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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 205 attractions in Austin

This chain of spas is known for pampering clients by creating European personal skin care regiments to enhance their health.

Attraction type: Spa
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 205 attractions in Austin
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 205 attractions in Austin

Founded in 1883, this university is steeped in history.

Attraction type: Educational site
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #4 of 205 attractions in Austin

Botanical Gardens includes 31 acres of land with plants that thrive in arid southwestern conditions.

Attraction type: Garden
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #5 of 205 attractions in Austin

Sculptor Elisabeth Ney spent the last years of her life working in this building, which still contains some of her most beautiful sculpted pieces.

Attraction type: Art gallery; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #6 of 205 attractions in Austin

This famous museum explores the life and service of the former president through exhibits and memorabilia.

Attraction type: Historic site; History museum; Library; Museum; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #7 of 205 attractions in Austin
Attraction type: Architectural building; Historic site; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #8 of 205 attractions in Austin

A National Historic Landmark, the Texas Capitol is the largest state capitol in the United States.

Attraction type: Government building; Historic site; Architectural building
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #9 of 205 attractions in Austin

The Governor's Mansion is closed for major deferred maintenance on the historical structure. Tour information will be posted on the official website when tours resume.

Attraction type: Government building; Historic home; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #10 of 205 attractions in Austin

Museum that chronicles the history of Texas with three themed exhibits: Land, Identity and Opportunity.

Attraction type: History museum
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #11 of 205 attractions in Austin
Attraction type: Bar/club
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #12 of 205 attractions in Austin

Swinging rock 'n' roll bar recalling the music and the attitude of the 1950s.

Attraction type: Bar/club; Blues bar; Country western bar
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #13 of 205 attractions in Austin

Kids tired of those historical tours? This museum entertains - and painlessly educates - children of all ages.

Attraction type: Children's museum; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #14 of 205 attractions in Austin

Established by the former first lady and the late Helen Hayes to preserve native North American plants, this garden of wildflowers is set on 42 acres and open to the public for touring.

Attraction type: Nature centre; Garden; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #15 of 205 attractions in Austin

Sculptor Charles Umlauf's home and studio, featuring over 250 sculptures.

Attraction type: Art gallery; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #16 of 205 attractions in Austin

Busy street lined with clubs, restaurants, pubs and galleries.

Attraction type: Neighbourhood; Street
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #17 of 205 attractions in Austin

Over the years, people have come to this 1,000 foot long natural limestone pool, fed by several underground springs, for everything from fishing and swimming to baptisms and beauty pageants.

Attraction type: History museum; Pond; Hot spring/geyser; Library; Waterway
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #18 of 205 attractions in Austin

The state's oldest office building now houses a tourist center, full of brochures to help you get the most out of your trip.

Attraction type: Tourist/visitor centre; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #19 of 205 attractions in Austin
Attraction type: Comedy club
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #20 of 205 attractions in Austin
Attraction type: Art gallery; Speciality shop; Other
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