Austin, TX

Visit the Elisabet Ney Museum, where the studio of the celebrated European sculptress has been transformed into a showcase of her works. Her commissions include notable European luminaries and those who shaped early Texas history. Learn more...

Address: 304 East 44th St., Austin, Texas 78751 - MAP
Phone: (512) 458-2255
Web: www.ci.austin.tx.us

Start your tour of one of the tallest capitols in the U.S. at the Capitol Visitor's Center. You'll learn about the drama of how the building was constructed and see amazing artifacts of Texas history. Learn more...

Address: 112 E 11th St., Austin, TX 78701 - MAP
Phone: (512) 305-8400
Web: www.tspb.state.tx.us

See a pristine specimen of the largest flying animal ever found, the Texas pterosaurs at the Texas Memorial Museum in the Texas Natural Science Center at UT-Austin. Amateur geologists and paleontologist can explore the more than 5,000 square foot hall in the museum's first floor. Learn more...

Address: 2400 Trinity St., Austin, TX 78705 - MAP
Phone: (512) 471-1604
Web: www.utexas.edu

Everything's bigger in Texas, including its history. Take an interactive trip through time at the The Bob Bullock State History Museum and learn about the early settlers, the Texas Revolution, the oil boom years, and more. Learn more...

Address: 1800 N. Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78701 - MAP
Phone: (512) 936-8746
Web: www.thestoryoftexas.com

Explore the elegant side of Austin at the Neill-Cochran House, considered to be one of the city's three most important historic residences. Built in 1855, the home is decorated throughout with sumptuous furnishings dating from 1780-1925 in period rooms. Learn more...

Address: 2310 San Gabriel St., Austin, TX 78705 - MAP
Phone: (512) 478-2335
Web: www.nchmuseum.org

Who knew? More than 18,000 works of art are on display at the Blanton Museum of Art, located at the University of Texas at Austin. Whether you prefer works from the United States, Europe or Latin America, you'll find one of the most pre-eminent collections the world over. Learn more...

Address: 200 East MLK, Austin, TX 78701 - MAP
Phone: (512) 471-7324
Web: www.blantonmuseum.org

Browse the Lyndon Baines Johnson Presidential Library & Museum, featuring exhibits on the life and times our our 36th President. Learn more...

Address: 2313 Red River St., Austin, TX 78705 - MAP
Phone: (512) 721-0200
Web: www.lbjlibrary.org

Take in 20th-century and contemporary American art at the Austin Museum of Art. The museum focuses on informal and informative art experiences for all. Learn more...

Address: 823 Congress Ave. Ste. 100, Austin, TX 78701 - MAP
Phone: (512) 477-0766
Web: www.amoa.org

Tour and explore the Mexic-Arte Museum, a tribute to the art and culture of Mexico and Latin America. Learn about the Mexican Revolution through representational art, or attend a lecture on a contemporary topic like religion or politics. Learn more...

Address: 419 Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78701 - MAP
Phone: (512) 480-9373
Web: www.mexic-artemuseum.org

Explore the life of famed short story writer O. Henry, best known for his piece "Gifts of the Magi." Located at the short-story writer's former home in Austin, the exhibition contains artifacts and archives related to his life.

Address: 409 E 5th St., Austin TX 78701 - MAP
Phone: (512) 472-1903
Web: www.ci.austin.tx.us

Visit the final resting place of Governors, Senators, Legislators, Congressmen, Judges and other legendary Texans at the Texas State Cemetery. Icons such as Stephen F. Austin, Governor Allan Shivers and Lieutenant Governor Bob Bullock are buried here.

Address: 909 Navasota St., Austin TX 78702 - MAP
Phone: (512) 463-0605
Web: www.cemetery.state.tx.us

Stroll through the Bremond Block Historic District for a glimpse into the opulent homes of Victorian-era movers and shakers of Austin. The 11 historic homes were constructed from the 1850s to 1910.

Phone: (866) GO-AUSTIN
Web: www.austintexas.org

Tour the French Legation Museum, whose original structure was built to accommodate the French diplomat to the Republic of Texas. Special events like the Wine & Cheese Soiree and Hallow's Eve will inspire you to return for another visit. Learn more...

Address: 802 San Marcos St., Austin, TX 78702 - MAP
Phone: (512) 472-8180
Web: www.frenchlegationmuseum.org