- The list below includes 107 free or cheap things to do in or near Austin, Texas, including 78 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Historic Districts, Landmarks and Music Venue.
- From Town Lake Hike-and-Bike Trail to Town Lake, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Austin and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Cedar Park, Pflugerville, Dripping Springs and Round Rock.
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Students create their own spin on the featured painting during BYOB events; art supplies are provided
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Rent a tube and explore the Comal River with Texas Tubes, where a two hour float allows you to take in the scenery.
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One of the shortest rivers in the world, the two-mile Comal River is located entirely within the town of New Braunfels. The river is popular with swimmers and for water tubing.
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At Loma Falls, visitors can rent a tube, and take a tubing trip down the Comal River. Tours start at the Wurstfest grounds, and most tube rentals are done by the day.
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The 51-acre Landia Park can be explored by walking on the .8-mile walking path, by riding the miniature train, or by paddleboat. Some favorite activities at the park include a playground and an arboretum.
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Braunfels Square is part of the historic main plaza in downtown New Braunfels. It features a prominent bandstand and is the venue for many family-friendly events like the downtown tree lighting, Wassailfest, and the Wein & Saengerfest.
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A city park located on 51 acres, Haley Nelson Park features an amphitheater for events along with soccer fields and a disc golf course. It also provides picnic areas, open areas and trails suitable for hiking.
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Offering a wealth of information about the establishment of New Braunfels and its surrounding area, The Sophienburg contains numerous historical artifacts and memorabilia. The museum is also home to a gift shop where souvenirs are sold.
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801 West San Antonio Street, New Braunfels, TX 78130
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The McKenna Children's Museum is designed to help children use all their senses. Some popular areas of the museum include the Grocery Store, Hill country campgrounds, Lend-a-Hand ranch, New BraunFit, The Great Outdoors, Town Square, Kid's Clinic, Art Studio and Aquarium.
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Laubach Bowling Club is a nine-pin bowling alley and club that has been in place since 1902. It offers facility rentals for parties and special events, and hosts league bowling and tournaments.
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Opening in 1966 by the Army Corps of Engineers, the 8,230-acre Canyon Lake is designed to protect the cities below it from floods. Visitors find opportunities to boat, fish, and swim in the lake, while along its 80 miles of shoreline, people can camp, hike, picnic, and hunt.