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Austin offers ample chance to explore history, legend, museums, parks and other recreational activities both for adults and children. Without wasting much time in the hotel room, you must start your Austin tour right away.

Tip 1 - Texas State Capitol is the major attraction for the tourists coming to Austin. Its architecture and history is something not to be missed. Take an insight into the major legends and historical events associated with this building. It is often said the way to White House goes through Austin's Texas State Capitol building.

Tip 2 - If you are traveling with your kids then Austin zoo and Austin children's museum must be at the top of your do see places. Kids will have a lot of fun and you too can see some of the rare species of animals.

Tip 3 - Being a nature lover you will be drawn to the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center that houses some of the native flowers, plants and wild plant species of Texas.

Tip 4 - The downtown Austin is the place, which has gained a national reputation for a rocking nightlife. You can hear a lot of giggles while passing by the Esther's Follies famous for its musical comedy shows.

Tip 5 - Paramount Theaters situated at Austin is a world famous name where world-class stage performances are held. Along with this you must not skip the chance to see the contemporary art of the twentieth century at the Austin Art Museum.
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Getting Familiar with Famous Festivals and Special Events at Zilker Park in Austin

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The Zilker Park is an expansive recreational park right at the heart of Austin. Spread over 350 acres, the park houses several attractions like the Barton Spring pool, Zilker Botanical Garden, Zilker Hillside Theater, Nature Center, Zilker polo and soccer fields and Zilker Summer Musical to name a few. Families of Austin spend their weekends and holidays in the Zilker Park for a wholesome family entertainment. The park also plays host to many special events and festivals all through the year

Overview of Zilker Park

http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/zilker/

One of the most famous festivals held in the Zilker Park is the Austin City Limits Music Festival. Usually held in the last week of September every year, there are more than 130 bands from various genres of music like rock, country, Americana, country, reggae, blues and hip hop.

The concert passes are sold online and a 3 day pass allows you to enter and leave the venue any time you want. Please be informed that cars are not allowed near the venue during the festival and you would need to take a shuttle from the downtown cark park to the concert venue.

Austin City Limits Music Festival

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Austin_City_Limits_Music_Festival

Zilker Park Kite Festival is another popular festival held in March every year. The participation is open and free of cost for all and you can bring your own kite or make one at the kite making workshops in the park during the festivals. Remember that there are strict rules in the kite flying festival like no cutting of strings, or crossing the fences. The best part of this festival is that you can treat it like a day out for your family with a picnic basket and even your dog.

Zilker Park Kite Festival

http://www.zilkerkitefestival.com/Webpages/index.php

Another popular festival at the Zilker Park is the Austin Shakespeare Festival. Held in September every year, the festival celebrates the life and works of the master writer with theaters, plays book festivals and reading groups.

Austin Shakespeare Festival

http://austinshakespeare.org/drupal/?q=about

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