My husband had a work trip in Austin, TX and the kiddos (ages 11, 13 & 16) and I got to tag along. The kiddos and I had never been to Texas before and we were really excited to spend 3 days exploring. The whole trip started with a big snafu… my husband used his … Continue reading Exploring Austin, Texas with Tween/Teens
Barton Spring Pool & Bats of Congress Avenue Bridge – Austin, TX
I really wanted to check out the natural hot spring, Barton Spring Pool while visiting Austin and we weren’t traveling in our travel trailer, so I knew we needed some towels to dry off that would be compact enough to fit in the suitcase and then fit in a daypack. I ended up ordering this … Continue reading Barton Spring Pool & Bats of Congress Avenue Bridge – Austin, TX
Zilker Botanical Garden – Austin, TX
I ended up deciding to visit Zilker Botanical Garden for our last day in Austin, TX. The other option was Bullock Texas State History Museum where I’m sure we could’ve spent an entire day. If we’d had another day in Austin, I would’ve gone there next. My husband’s conference ended today and I was hoping … Continue reading Zilker Botanical Garden – Austin, TX
The Blanton Museum of Art – Austin, TX
After visiting the Texas Capitol we continued walking to The Blanton Museum of Art. Admission tickets are free on Tuesday so I had already printed tickets to take advantage of that deal. Here are a few of my favorite pieces. I really enjoyed seeing how much my oldest son enjoyed this piece made from reclaimed … Continue reading The Blanton Museum of Art – Austin, TX
Texas Capitol – Austin
Our second day in Austin was dubbed “museum day” and “walk instead of Uber day”. The art museum was only a mile and a half from our hotel and the Texas Capitol was on the way. St. Mary’s Cathedral reflection on our walk to the Texas Capitol TX & USA flags reflection on our way … Continue reading Texas Capitol – Austin