Zilker Park: A 351-acre park that features a variety of recreational activities, including hiking, swimming, and kayaking on Town Lake, as well as the Zilker Botanical Garden and the Umlauf Sculpture Garden.
Lady Bird Lake: A recreational area that offers a variety of outdoor activities, including kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, and fishing.
Barton Springs Pool: A natural swimming pool that is fed by underground springs and offers a refreshing and cool dip on a hot summer day.
Mount Bonnell: A popular spot for hiking and picnicking, with scenic views of the city and the surrounding hills.
Congress Avenue Bridge: A popular spot for watching the bats that live under the bridge, as well as the downtown skyline.
The State Capitol: A historic building that offers tours and has a beautiful park surrounding it.
The Bullock Texas State History Museum: A museum that tells the story of Texas and its history through interactive exhibits and artifacts.
The Blanton Museum of Art: A museum that houses a wide range of art from around the world, including contemporary and modern art.
The Austin Museum of Art: A museum that features contemporary art and special exhibitions.
The Texas Memorial Museum: A museum that showcases the natural history of Texas and the surrounding region.
The Austin Zoo: A small zoo that features a wide variety of animals, including exotic animals and native Texas species.
The Austin Aquarium: A family-friendly aquarium with a wide variety of sea life from around the world
The Austin Nature & Science Center: A nature center that offers interactive exhibits, hands-on activities, and guided nature walks.
The Austin Steam Train Association: A vintage train that takes visitors on scenic rides through the Texas hill country
The Austin Symphony Orchestra: A professional symphony orchestra that performs a wide variety of music throughout the year.
Please note that this list is not exhaustive and there are many other recreational options available in Austin depending on the visitor's interests.