Austin Adventure

Jean Carlos Perez (ItzCarlos)

9 Jan 2024

Embark on an 8-day journey through the vibrant city of Austin, Texas. Discover botanical wonders, delve into local history, and explore intriguing museums. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

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Day 1Gardens and Art: Zilker Botanical Garden, Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum, and more

$80

$ 6

31-acre garden in Zilker Park with plants, ponds & trails, plus educational programs for kids.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$30

14 - 21 min

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Exhibition of Charles Umlauf's works with an outdoor collection of touchable bronze sculptures.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$50

14 - 17 min

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12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Nature Escapade: Zilker Metropolitan Park and O. Henry Museum

$ 6

351-acre, urban park with botanical gardens, a spring-fed pool, a theater & sports facilities.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

15 - 18 min

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Preserved Victorian cottage where short story writer "O. Henry" resided with his wife & daughter.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 3Science and Oddities: Austin Nature & Science Center, The Contemporary Austin - Jones Center, and Museum of the Weird

$60

$ 6

80-acre nature center features educational exhibits including replicas of fossils & dinosaur tracks.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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Contemporary museum dedicated to promoting Texas-based artists, plus regular events.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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Museum featuring an array of curios & oddities, from Bigfoot to shrunken heads, plus a gift shop.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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$60

Day 4Ghostly Thrills: Haunted ATX and Austin Ghost Tours

$250

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$125

6 - 9 min

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The only locally owned, Original Austin Ghost Tours and Investigations

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$125

Day 5Historical Gems: Neill-Cochran House Museum, Texas Capitol, and Mexic-Arte Museum

$50

$ 6

Greek Revival mansion built in 1855 with architect Abner Cook's trademark portico & balustrade.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$25

12 - 15 min

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The 1888 granite & marble structure has a significant rotunda & dome, plus House & Senate chambers.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Venue spotlighting Mexican & Latino art & host of an annual Day of the Dead festival & parade.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$25

Day 6Museums Galore: Texas Science & Natural History Museum and Bullock Texas State History Museum

$100

Exhibits include a Texas Pterosaur skeleton hung from the ceiling & a giant blue cut topaz jewel.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$40

12 - 18 min

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Exhibits, IMAX films & educational experiences aim to tell & interpret the story of Texas.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$60

Day 7Artistic Delights: The Contemporary Austin - Laguna Gloria, Mayfield Park and Nature Preserve, and Elisabet Ney Museum

$25

$ 6

Contemporary art museum featuring rotating, innovative exhibits & offering educational programs.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Quiet 21-acre grounds with walking trails & a wildlife habitat with free-roaming peacocks.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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1892 studio & residence of celebrated German artist who fled Europe's anti-intellectual movement.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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$25

Day 8Cultural Finale: Blanton Museum of Art

$60

Renaissance to 20th-century American paintings, Latin American art, plus Greek & Roman sculptures.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$60

Budget breakdown: $655 In total

Activities & Food:$625

Transport:$30