Things to do in Austin

Magnificent view of Colorado river and downtown Austin!!!

the Texas Capitol was truly a very memorable experience! I’m glad I was able to visit it and it’s absolutely free. there are also schedules for guided tours which are fee.

If you are not from the south, it can get really hot in Texas in the summer. I always recommend people who are not from the city to take a dip in Barton Hot Springs. It is funny because... people are not prepared for how cold Barton Hot Springs actually is. They usually don't realize there is algae and slime on the bottom until they step into the hot springs. Topless is allowed, which is always a surprise if you are not expecting it! Topless bathing is a cheap place to bring your kids when it gets really hot outside. You can bring blankets and floaties. Kids also have the option to explore the shallow end of the pool where they can splash around. Bring cash for parking and entrance fees, and remember, no cooling devices!

McKinney Falls State Park, located more than 20 kilometers outside Austin, the capital of Texas, is a great place for camping and hiking. A clear stream runs through the park, forming two waterfalls with a small drop on two huge rocks. The flowing water carves out many strange holes on the rocks, forming a very unique landscape.

Texas State History Museum The Texas State History Museum is located in the city center of Austin, the capital of Texas, USA. It opened in 2001. It is a history museum whose mission is to tell the history of Texas and let visitors understand the history of Texas. The museum is divided into three floors. The theme of the first floor is land, the second floor is identity, and the third floor is timing. The exhibits include costumes, tools, handicrafts, photos, pictures, books, etc. The first floor mainly introduces the first encounter between Native Americans and European explorers. From the exhibits and models, you can know how many ethnic groups there are among Native Americans, how the Spanish found this land, what the French did here, etc. Visitors can hear their voices and see historical items that reflect life. The second floor mainly introduces how Texas gained an independent identity and what major events have occurred in history; from the third floor, you can know how Texas adapted to the environment and used timing to develop medicine, science, etc. The Texas State History Museum is a museum that fully understands the history and culture of Texas. By visiting its three-story exhibition hall, you can tell the history of Texas into an interesting story for future generations.