Austin Adventure

Alysson Henrique

18 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling 9-day journey through the vibrant city of Austin. Discover fascinating museums, enchanting parks, and captivating art. Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture while exploring the hidden gems of this dynamic city.

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Day 1Unveiling History: Neill-Cochran House Museum & Bullock Texas State History Museum

$22

$ 5

Element Austin Downtown

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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7 - 9 min

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$15

Day 2Artistic Wonders: The Contemporary Austin - Jones Center & Mexic-Arte Museum

Element Austin Downtown

Depart from your stay 🏨

2 - 3 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Day 3Masterpieces Galore: Blanton Museum of Art & O. Henry Museum

$15

$ 3

Element Austin Downtown

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$15

8 - 10 min

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Day 4Thrills and Chills: Haunted ATX & Museum of the Weird

$47

Element Austin Downtown

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 15 min

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8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$31

6 - 9 min

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$15

Day 5Nature's Oasis: Mayfield Park and Nature Preserve & The Contemporary Austin - Laguna Gloria

$ 3

Element Austin Downtown

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Day 6A Journey Through Time: Elisabet Ney Museum, Thinkery & Austin Visitor Center

$19

$ 5

Element Austin Downtown

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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11 - 14 min

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Interactive kids' museum with science exhibits, art, indoor & outdoor play spaces & story time.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$13

15 - 18 min

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12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 7Sculptures and Gardens: Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum & Zilker Botanical Garden

$20

$ 3

Element Austin Downtown

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$13

15 - 22 min

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

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Day 8Escape to Nature: Zilker Metropolitan Park

$ 3

Element Austin Downtown

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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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

Day 9Unleashing Curiosity: Austin Nature & Science Center

$ 3

Element Austin Downtown

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $152 In total

Activities & Food:$128

Transport:$24