Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Round Rock

"Austin's most popular green space, the 351-acre Zilker Park is a favorite recreation area that sits alongside Lady Bird Lake. The park's grassy expanses and picnic sites are ideal for lazy afternoons, but there are also many recreational facilities for the public to enjoy. Riverside walking trails, volleyball courts, and a disc golf course are all within park boundaries."

"With 350 acres to roam, you can play Frisbee on the Great Lawn, feed ducks along Barton Creek or visit the Austin Nature Center and its kid-friendly Dino Pit. Zilker is also home to the annual Austin City Limits Music Festival. Continue to 5 of 10 below."

"Austin is not only the home of the University of Texas, but the Texas State Capitol Building. The Capitol is an extraordinary example of late 19th century public architecture and is widely recognized as one of the nation's most distinguished state capitols. It was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1970 and designated a National Historic Landmark in 1986 for its "significant contribution to American history." The Capitol grounds span 22 acres and feature historical buildings, 17 monuments, and beautifully landscaped lawns in addition to the Capitol building itself."

"Built in 1888 from sunset-red granite, this state capitol is the largest in the US, backing up the ubiquitous claim that everything is bigger in Texas. If nothing else, take a peek at the lovely rotunda – be sure to look up at the dome – and try out the whispering gallery created by its curved ceiling."

"The Texas flag can fly higher than the American one, in recognition Texas was its own country before (as most Texans like to remind the rest of America) they allowed the United States to join them. Address: 1100 Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78701, United States"

"Next, check out Zilker Park, a 360-acre oasis in the heart of downtown that’s the site of festivals and free music at Zilker Hillside Theater, plus it’s home to Zilker Botanical Garden, Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum and Barton Springs Pool, a spring-fed swimming spot with grassy hills for sunbathing. Make it a boozy afternoon and pull up a chair in the taproom of urban winery Infinite Monkey Theorem for a flight of Texas-made wine. Or head to Duchman Family Winery in Driftwood (just a half-hour drive out of Austin), where you can take a tour and sample wines in a lovely Italianate villa, including Duchman’s award-winning Vermentino. Stop in the North Austin warehouse and taproom of Austin Beerworks, where weekend tastings feel more like a backyard barbecue, with live music and bites from local food trucks."

"Although swimming in Lady Bird lake is prohibited, nearby Barton Springs Pool in Zilker Park is Austin's favorite place to cool off. A spring-fed pool along Barton Creek, it covers an area of three acres and has an average temperature of 70 degrees year-round. Locals and tourists alike enjoy the grassy tree-lined perimeter and perfect water that reaches up to 18 feet deep."

"When it comes to beaches in Austin, it doesn’t get more convenient than Barton Springs Pool. Located in the city center itself, this spot has a long history. It was considered sacred by Native American tribes, who used the waters for purification rituals, then used by Spanish settlers as a temporary mission site."

"Just 30 minutes outside of Austin, this man-made reservoir features hiking, swimming, fishing, and lots of family-friendly fun. Lake Pflugerville was originally built to provide the nearby residents with drinking water, but has since turned into a destination for locals and tourists alike to play by the water. There is a small pebble beach and roped-off swimming area, as well as a 3-mile jogging/walking trail, playground, and picnic pavilion."

"About 25 minutes out of Austin is called Lake Pflugerville, which is very popular for family outings. There is a walking trail, and you can also enjoy boating, fishing, or windsurfing!. The park is open and free for visitors, however, there are some key pieces of advice to make the most of your trip."

"Hippie Hollow is Texas’ only legally recognized clothing-optional public park, welcoming guests 18 years and older. This spot isn’t a beach in the most typical sense, with a rather steep climb down to the water. However, the rocky shoreline is a great place to spread out, sunbathe, and soak in the views, and you can also bring your own inflatables to float near the shore."

"I finally crossed off Hippie Hollow on my things to do in Austin list on my 30th birthday. The rumors are true, it’s a nude park so clothing is optional but you must ask for permission if you want to take photographs. The entrance fee is $15 per vehicle."

"As Texas’ only clothing-optional park, Hippie Hollow is one of the most unique beaches in Austin. Located on the shores of Lake Travis, the park itself is beautiful, and yes, full of nude people–and there’s a decades-long history as to why."

"Located 30-40 minutes from downtown, Sandy Creek Park sits on the banks of Lake Travis, in one of its quieter coves. Dense forest opens out onto a stretch of shoreline well-suited for swimming and boating, while hiking trails along the water offer lovely vistas of the lake. The park has 20 primitive camping sites operating on a first-come, first-serve basis that can be snagged for only $15 a night, in case you want to turn your Austin beach outing into a weekend getaway."

"Similar to several locations on the shores of Lake Travis, this beach is rocky but the view is so perfect that it’s nothing that a good pair of shoes can’t fix!. You can come and sit by the water and enjoy a quick lunch, or go fishing from the shallow waters. There are restrooms on-site with primitive camping sites if you wanted to turn your Austin beach outing into a weekend getaway."

"Mueller Lake Park is centered around, as the name implies, Mueller Lake, a large body of water that is surrounded by 30 acres of green space, trails, and other amenities. The park is centrally located within the Mueller neighborhood, and is part of a green space park system that aims to make sure no one in the neighborhood is ever more than 600 feet from a park. Mueller Lake Park has a fun playground for kids, and directly adjacent to the play area is a huge sculpture of a big blue sea serpent called Nessy."

"Mueller Lake Park is the perfect combo of green space and city amenities. You can easily eat lunch at a local restaurant and then take a short walk over to fresh green grass, tall trees, and the shimmering lake. Visit the open-air amphitheater, one of the many interactive playscapes, or take your pooch to the dog park."

"This lakeside park is set on 30 acres of green space in Mueller, a planned neighborhood. It has an open-air amphitheater and stage. Plus, there’s an interactive playscape, a picnic area, a loop trail, and public art work."

"Located 30-40 minutes from downtown, Sandy Creek Park sits on the banks of Lake Travis, in one of its quieter coves. Dense forest opens out onto a stretch of shoreline well-suited for swimming and boating, while hiking trails along the water offer lovely vistas of the lake. The park has 20 primitive camping sites operating on a first-come, first-serve basis that can be snagged for only $15 a night, in case you want to turn your Austin beach outing into a weekend getaway."

"Similar to several locations on the shores of Lake Travis, this beach is rocky but the view is so perfect that it’s nothing that a good pair of shoes can’t fix!. You can come and sit by the water and enjoy a quick lunch, or go fishing from the shallow waters. There are restrooms on-site with primitive camping sites if you wanted to turn your Austin beach outing into a weekend getaway."

"If you and your family enjoy the unusual and eclectic, you are sure to enjoy a visit to Sparky Park, where a disused electricity sub-station’s grounds have been transformed into a quirky little public park adorned with imaginative art installations. Local artist Berthold Haas was commissioned to transform the disused eye-sore into a serene and peaceful place where people can some to relax. Using a collection of bits and pieces, the artist has created a fantasy garden with a brilliant grotto for children to explore."

"Kick off today with a trip to the most visited presidential library in the United States, the LBJ Presidential Library and Museum. You’re sure to be moved by the exhibit about the president’s life, and may well up with tears when you walk into the JFK assassination exhibit, or feel a sense of pride at seeing the pen LBJ used in signing the Civil Rights Act. Follow up the LBJ experience with lunch at Rudy’s Country Store and BBQ for some smoky beef brisket. If it’s not over 100 degrees, make your way to Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve, which is close by."

"The official presidential library of Lyndon Baines Johnson, the museum offers a balanced view of this colorful Texan. Through exhibits, short films and audio recordings, the museum tells the story of the struggle to pass the Civil Rights Act as well as Johnson’s failed efforts to end the Vietnam War. The Social Justice Gallery covers Johnson’s lesser-known efforts to combat poverty as well as important legislation supporting Medicare, public broadcasting and consumer protection."

"The LBJ Presidential Library is a library and museum of Lyndon Baines Johnson, the 36th President of the United States and houses 45 millions of pages of historical documents. Explore multiple floors of historical events, documents, and items all from President Johnson’s life and presidential term. The museum is located in 2313 Red River at the University of St. Texas."

"The Austin History Center features interesting historical and photographic archives of Austin that chronicle its history from founding days to present time. Look out for the special themed exhibits on several topics exclusive to Austin that take place during the year. As part of the local history division of Austin Public Library, the museum shares information on local government, other institutions and establishments, and figures."

"DowntownHours: Always free Tuesday through Saturday, 10am to 6pm; and Sundays, noon to 6pmA treasure trove of historical and photographic Austin archives, the Austin History Center also features special programs and themed exhibits in its stately Reading Room."

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