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Austin Travel Tips

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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Entertainment being a vital source of life in Austin, citizens are seen to take great enthusiasm in festivals and events which include weekend live acts at the different bars like the Canvas Bar and Gallery. The Hyde Park theatre is another favorite as while you are in Austin, events can be experienced with a unique feel here. Movie premiers are also a part of the local thrill, as is New Year and Christmas which allows tourists to experience en enjoyable time at the various venues. If you are looking for more information you can read our travel articles.
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Love Your Vacation - Best Family Friendly Events in Austin

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For a family to enjoy in Austin there's a huge possibility to pick options, which is readily available. You would find many destinations in the city where you and your kids, and also the entire family of yours would be able to have a great time enjoying together.

However, you need to know these locations in order to find them.

Unless you are a local, it's obviously very difficult to select best family friendly events in Austin.

Best kid's friendly travels are the best place to find family entertainment events location. They provide you with destinations, family resorts, and the names of the park and themes which would be ideal for a family.

Travel guide for families in Austin

http://bestkidfriendlytravel.com/

If your family has a teenage daughter or a son, then make arrangements to go to a live music concert.

The city of Austin has a history of music. Residents of Austin love music, and like to watch live music shows, along with families and friends.

Family.com provides you with a list of places where you may have a great time along with your family.

List of family events in Austin

http://family.go.com/travel/vacations/texas/austin/best-austin-vacation-for-teens-282149/

Austin has a lot of other activities for family, such as Volente beach Water Park, and Dinosaur Park in cedar creek.

List of family activities in Austin city

http://www.10best.com/interests/the-other-family-vacation-destinations/

Halloween events are also a great way to enjoy as a family. You could call your friends and family and make merry.

how to enjoy with your family in Austin

http://austin.about.com/od/annualevents/tp/austin_family_halloween.htm

Austin Events Calendar

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Austin has an exciting calendar all through the year. Austin has a boat show that features more than 20 boat dealers. Austin Texas travels advises you to check out the booths at the convention center. Every year a boat race is held in Lake Travis which is hosted by the Austin yacht club. Take part in the Austin annual marathon held in the month of February. In this month Austin also celebrates the carnival brasileiro held at the palmer events center.

http://www.austintexas.org/now_playing/events/

Austin rodeo

The capital 10,000 is held in March and hosts thousands of runners through the streets of Austin. Also in March is the star of Texas rodeo. The Austin fine festival art is held in April. The Austin automobile show is also held in this month. In may we have the Old Pecan Street arts festival? This festival is a favourite to many.

http://www.austin360.com/calendar/content/events/index.html

Hyde Park tours

Participate in the Hyde Park Austin historic home tours and the republic of Texas bike rally held in June. The month of July hosts the Austin symphony held during the Independence Day. August hosts the grape stomp held in the legendary fall creek. Children will immensely enjoy the bat festival and the Old Pecan festival held in the month of September.

http://www.downtownaustin.com/events

Zilker park lighting

Enjoy a spectacular Halloween party at the seven block street in Austin during October. Austin celebrates Thanks - giving in November with a Victorian look and style. December ushers the lighting of Zilker Park lighting. It is a loved tradition and hundred of revelers come to see the park and its lighting. In Austin the first night changes stores and art galleries into performing arts stages. The first night is held all across the downtown areas of Austin.

http://www.austineventcalendar.com/

Austin Christmas Events

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Before your Austin Texas travel you should first find out how you can keep yourself busy in the city.

So if you are planning to take your trip to the city during the Christmas week, then you should first find out what the city is up to during the Christmas time.

What are the main Christmas events in the city?

Armadillo Christmas Bazaar: takes place in the Austin Music Hall, and you will find great gifts on sale there.

Cedar Park Tree Lighting Ceremony: Takes place in Cedar Park, where the largest Oak tree in the city is illuminated along with carols and hymns being sung.

Santas Workshop: This takes place in the Heritage Oak Park, with Yule and Christmas trees and music and games, the perfect way to celebrate Christmas with family

Last Chance Arts and Crafts bazaar: This is in the Palmer events Center where you can complete your shopping for Christmas along with carnival rides and gift and crafts booths and also Santa.

http://austin.eventguide.com/#dec

How to find other Christmas events?

There are numerous other Musical and Theater events etc that take place in Austin during Christmas time. You can find out about these events in the city by keeping in touch with the citys annual calendars that are available online.

http://austin.citysearch.com/list/89551
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