The Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum (512) 936-8746 is located at 1800 N. Congress Avenue on the north side of the Capitol Building. Museum hours are Monday through Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Sunday 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. This brand new museum occupies 41,000 square feet and has interactive exhibits, a special effects Texas Spirit Theater and Austin’s only IMAX Theatre.
The unbelievable multimedia technology creates an astonishing adventure in the feature presentation, "The Star of Destiny." You can feel the terror of the 1900 Galveston Hurricane as wind blows through your hair, lightning flashes and thunder rumbles through the theatre and hold tight as a gusher explodes from an East Texas oil derrick.
The current IMAX production is "Extreme" featuring world-champion athletes as they challenge the most intimidating forces of nature. Beginning September 15th, IMAX will be showing "Gold Fever" the search for precious metals.
There are more than 700 Texas artifacts housed here, including Stephen F. Austin’s diary and Neil Armstrong’s space suit.
You can purchase tickets for the exhibit areas only for $5.00, the IMAX for $6.50 and the Texas Spirit Theater for $5.00, but the best value is the Combination Ticket for all exhibits and both theaters for $12.50 adults, $10.00 seniors, and $6.00 18 and under. For a complete listing or admission prices, go can go online at www.TheStoryofTexas.com
Visit the University of Texas Tower. The Tower stands 307 feet tall and was completed in 1939. It has served as the University’s most distinguishing landmark. The Observation Deck was reopened in September 1999, after being closed for over 25 years. It offers a spectacular view of the University of Texas Campus and the Austin area in all directions. Tours are available by reservations only through the Texas Union Information Center. You can call toll free 877-475-6633 for information.
Austin Zoo (512) 288-1490 or (800) 291-1490. A great hill country zoo perfect for family, corporate or convention functions, offering pony rides, train rides, zoo facility and picnic facilities. The Zoo can cater your special events.
Governor’s Mansion of Texas (512) 463-5516 is located at 1000 Colorado Street. Since 1856, every Texas governor has called this gracious antebellum dwelling home. Free tour Monday thru Thursday 10 a.m. to 11:40 every 20 minutes. Reservations are required.
Lyndon B. Johnson Presidential Library and Museum (512) 916-5136 is at 2313 Red River, one block west of IH 35 on the University of Texas Campus. Open daily 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Admission is free.
Old Bakery and Emporium (512) 477-5961 located at 1006 Congress Avenue. This building has been beautifully restored to its original Victorian appearance in 1876 when it housed the popular bakery of Charles Lundberg. Stop for lunch or home baked goods and coffee. Open Monday thru Friday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Saturday 10:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. in December only. Free Admission.
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center (512) 292-4100. The Center is located at 4801 LaCrosse Avenue and is the only institution in the nation dedicated exclusively to conserving and promoting the use of native plants in North America. Grounds are open Tuesday thru Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and the Visitors Gallery hours are Tuesday thru Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Admission is $5.00 for Adults, $3.50 for children and seniors.