- The list below includes 102 free or cheap things to do in or near Buda, Texas, including 79 different types of inexpensive activities like Arcades, Children's Play Area, Parks and Horseback Riding.
- From Buda City Park to Pinballz Kingdom, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Buda and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Austin, San Marcos, Dripping Springs and Wimberley.
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The Zilker Zephyr Miniature Train offers a 25 minute ride through Zilker Park with the help of a narrow-gauge light rain mini-train. Riders are able to take in the sights of Lady Bird Lake and Barton Creek on the train which departs every hour on the hour.
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Fed from underground springs and measuring almost 3-acres in size, Barton Springs Pool, has been attracting swimmers to its natural water for decades. Now listed as a federally protected habitat, the pool is open for year round swimming.
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Visitors swim, snorkel, scuba dive, tube, canoe, and kayak on the clear water of the San Marcos River, and along its banks are many popular campgrounds. The river is home to several endangered species including the Fountain Darter, San Marcos Gambusia, San Marcos Salamander, and Texas Wild Rice.
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Spanning a total of 31 acres in total, the Zilker Botanical Garden is a botanical garden filled with unique and picturesque flowers and other vegetation. The garden is also a popular location for events like weddings and receptions.
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Housed on 351 acres of publicly owned land, Zilker Metropolitan Park is a family destination that includes a spring-fed pool for swimming, picnic areas, hiking trails and a large playground. Visit the park's Zilker Botanical Gardens, or ride a miniature train. A theatre hosts outdoor concerts.
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2249 Airport Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666
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The Central Texas Wing of the Commemorative Air Force is a specialty museum at the municipal airport in San Marcos, Texas. The museum is a historical attraction for lovers of old warplanes and other collective memorabilia. The most exciting part about this facility is you have the opportunity to ride the B-25 a…
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Featuring 10 miles of manicured trails, Lady Bird Lake Hike-and-Bike Trail winds through the lush greenery surrounding the lake. The ideal way to spend an afternoon, walking, jogging or biking, and be sure to visit the Stevie Ray Vaughn memorial.
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Visitors of Town Lake are able to rent rowboats and canoes to enjoy Lake Austin on a more intimate level. It is possible to view the heart of downtown from the water-based vantage area with the help of this equipment rental company.
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100 Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78701
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The Congress Avenue Bridge / Austin Bats is your opportunity to observe up to 1.5 million bats leave their roost under the bridge each evening. This naturally occurring attraction will amaze you because of the sheer volume of bats flying into the night sky.
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The Austin Music Hall hosts concerts from performers like Sound Tribe Sector Nine, Bassnectar, and Weezer. The location offers both general admission and balcony seating to its guests, who can purchase alcoholic beverages from a number of bars.