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Attractions for Children/Families
- Austin Children’s Museum: http://www.austinkids.org/
- Austin Zoo: http://www.austinzoo.org
- Austin Nature and Science Center: http://www.austintexas.gov/department/austin-nature-science-center
- Texas Natural Science Center: http://www.utexas.edu/tmm/
- Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum: http://www.thestoryoftexas.com/
- Austin Duck Adventures: http://www.austinducks.com/
- Austin Steam Train Association: http://www.austinsteamtrain.org/
- Texas State Capitol Grounds: http://www.tspb.state.tx.us/SPB/capitol/grounds/grndmon.htm
Parks, playgrounds and greenspace downtown
Austin is home to hundreds of parks and greenspaces. Visit the City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department at for a list of parks and their amenities. Among the most popular are Zilker Park, the Barton Creek Greenbelt, and the Lady Bird Lake Hike and Bike Trail which passes right by the Holiday Inn.