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7 Days in Austin: A Texan Adventure

Ravi Patel

4 Dec 2023

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Embark on a thrilling 7-day journey through the vibrant city of Austin, Texas. Immerse yourself in the rich history, stunning nature, and captivating art scene. From hidden gems to iconic landmarks, this itinerary has it all!

Trip to Austin

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Enchanting Nature and Art

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$0

Mayfield Park and Nature Preserve

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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The Contemporary Austin - Laguna Gloria

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Day 2Unveiling Texas' History and Artistic Treasures

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$60

Bullock Texas State History Museum

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$30

5 - 8 min

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Blanton Museum of Art

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$30

Day 3Discovering Museums and the Heart of Texas

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$13

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$ 3

Neill-Cochran House Museum

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$13

11 - 14 min

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Texas Capitol

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

7 - 10 min

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The Contemporary Austin - Jones Center

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 4Sculptures, History, and the Weird Side of Austin

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$55

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$ 3

Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$25

10 - 12 min

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O. Henry Museum

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

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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Museum of the Weird

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$30

Day 5Outdoor Bliss and Mexican Art

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$13

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$ 3

Zilker Metropolitan Park

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

12 - 15 min

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Mexic-Arte Museum

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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$13

Day 6Botanical Wonders and Cultural Exploration

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$28

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$ 3

Zilker Botanical Garden

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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$15

11 - 16 min

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Austin Nature & Science Center

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

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

15 - 18 min

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Elisabet Ney Museum

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

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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$13

Day 7Unleashing Your Inner Scientist at Thinkery

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$25

Thinkery

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$25

Budget breakdown: $205 In total

Activities & Food:$193

Transport:$12