Visittexasnow.com » Austin http://www.visittexasnow.com One Stop Shop for Texas Travel Fri, 05 Mar 2010 18:43:13 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum http://www.visittexasnow.com/bob-bullock-texas-state-history-museum/ http://www.visittexasnow.com/bob-bullock-texas-state-history-museum/#comments Thu, 03 Dec 2009 17:00:50 +0000 Austin Hatfield http://www.visittexasnow.com/?p=1192 Texas State History Museum

Texas State History Museum

The The Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum shows the history of Texas via three different interactive exhibits. Each exhibit has its own floor in the building and they include: Land, Identity, and Opportunity. The museum also features an IMAX theater and the Texas Spirit theater.

For anyone that has an interest in history this is the place to go. This museum covers everything that has to do with Texas history including The Alamo. Be sure to visit the capitol building as you will only be a few blocks away after visiting the museum.

Hours:
Monday-Saturday: 9:00 AM-6:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 PM-6:00 PM

Admission:
Prices can vary depending on which package you get. For complete pricing information visit their website.
Adult: $7
Youth (ages 5-18): $4
Seniors (65+0)/Military/Students: $6

Contact Information:
Website: www.thestoryoftexas.com
Phone: 512-936-8746
Ticket Reservations: 512-936-4649
Location: Downtown Austin
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Hours:
Summer Schedule (June 1-Labor Day):
Monday-Friday: 11:00 AM & 2:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM, & 4:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM, 2:00 PM, & 4:00 PM

Regular Schedule:
Monday & Tuesday: 2:00 PM
Wednesday-Friday: 11:00 AM & 2:00 PM
Saturday & Sunday: 11:00 AM, 2:00 PM, & 4:00 PM

Admission:
Adults: $25.95
Children (ages 3-12): $15.95
Seniors & Students: $23.95

Contact Information:
Website: www.austinducks.com
Phone: 512-4-SPLASH
Location: All tours depart from the Austin visitors center
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There are several places that you can view the bats from and there is an information kiosk on the north bank of the river, on the east side of the bridge. Be sure to get there early enough that you will be able to find a place to watch from.

Video of Bats Flying From Congress Bridge

Hours:
The bats leave the bridge at dusk.

Admission:
The bats can be seen for free but there are also segway tours and cruises available.

Location:
Congress Bridge
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Tours will generally last ~45 minutes so you will have plenty of time visit the rest of downtown Austin as well.

Hours:
Visitor Center hours:
Monday-Saturday: 8:30 AM-4:30 PM

Admission:
FREE

Contact Information:
Website: www.visitthecapitol.gov
Tour Booking
Location: Downtown Austin
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6th St is not just a popular tourist destination, it is also a place frequented by the locals. Who knows, you might even see a few interesting characters there. If you follow the link that is Lesli an infamous transvestite that roams 6th street at night.

This area is not really considered a family attraction. It is not too bad during the day since most of the activity is at night, but 6th street is meant more for adults so make sure to leave the kiddos at home for this one.

Hours:
Normal business hours. With the bars and clubs staying open until 2 AM.

Admission:
Some of the more popular bars and clubs will charge a small cover fee.

Contact Information:
Website: www.6street.com
Location: Downtown Austin
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