Travel with your Pet to Austin!

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Getting Out and and Into it in Austin!

Ticket Network has great fun things to do in Austin! This Sea Skimmer Rental on Lake Travis in Austin allows you to arrive and pickup your rental at the shop and use it on the lake for your day of fun! You can choose from 3 different options for renting so if your staying for a short period of time or all day you can enjoy the fun in the sun. Book some fun!

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Get a Groupon for a fun activity in Austin! So many different types of activites - Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, Paint and sip events, etc. How about a spa treatment?

 

 

 

1) Glass Bottom Illuminated Night Kayak Tour - Book it here! $54.13 -

This guided Glass Bottom Illuminated Night Kayak Tour takes place on Lady Bird Lake in Austin Texas. Your guide will show you around the lake for one and a half to two hours at nighttime.

Highlights -

• Close encounter with wildlife
• See the underwater world without getting wet
• See the sights illuminated at night

 

2)The Broken Spoke is Texas' most definitive dance hall. It's has a musical history that dates back to Bob Wills and The Texas Playboys. If you're ever in Austin, stop by for some traditional country music by some "real" country musicians. While you're here, check out our site and have yourself a big Texas Time. 3201 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704 (512) 442-6189 - map
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3) Small-Group Tour of Austin and Texas Hill Country-Experience Austin's urban scene, hip shopping districts and beautiful natural scenery on this sightseeing tour by luxury Mercedes van. See top Austin attractions like Lady Bird Lake, the Texas Capitol, the Driskill Hotel and Mayfield Park, and enjoy picturesque views of rolling hills and lakes in Texas Hill Country. You’ll learn about all the sites you see from your knowledgeable guide. Book it!

 

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4) Best Haunted Austin and Bat Bridge Segway Tour -Experience Austin’s haunted past and present on this guided Segway tour. When dusk falls, visit haunted and spooky downtown sites like the Driskill Hotel, where ghosts have been sighted, and Congress Avenue Bridge, home to one of the world’s largest urban bat colonies that emerge at night! You’ll also see the still-standing Austin Moonlight Towers, built in the 19th century after a serial killer plagued the city. Throughout your tour, you’ll hear entertaining stories and facts about Austin from your knowledgeable guide. The bats! Enjoy the spectacle of the Congress Avenue bats, the largest urban bat colony in North America, as 1.5 million Mexican free-tailed bats depart nightly at sunset, April through October, from beneath the bridge. 512-327-9721 map - Book it!

 

5) Austin Sightseeing Segway Tour- Cruise through Austin in style on this sightseeing Segway tour. Follow your guide down Congress Avenue and see several historical sites like the Texas State Capitol Building, the Driskill Hotel and the Bob Bullock Museum. You’ll also learn fun facts about the city and stop for photo opportunities. Book it!

 

6) Ultimate Austin Segway Tour: Historical Sights and Modern Highlights - This ultimate 2.5-hour Segway tour of Austin will take you to the city’s many historical sites, scenic locations and modern-day cultural hubs. Explore the trendy Warehouse District, pedestrian-friendly 2nd Street District and 6th Street, the heart of the live entertainment scene. See the Driskill Hotel, Austin Convention Center and Texas State Capitol Building, and reach Lady Bird Lake with the city skyline in the background. You’ll zip through the city with ease, making stops along the way to snap photos and learn about the sights from your knowledgeable guide. Book it!

 

7) The Alamo Drafthouse: Come see your favorite movie like you’ve never seen it before at the Alamo Drafthouse.   "Best movie theater in America, hands down!" "The food and drinks are amazing and the service is outstanding!" 3 Locations:

320 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78701 - (512) 861-7020;
1120 S Lamar Blvd Austin, TX - (512) 861-7040;
5701 W Slaughter Ln Austin, TX - (512) 861-7060

 

Tether Tug Fun!

Tether Tug is the newest most fun product for your dog. Comes in all sizes for all sizes of dogs. Let them wear themselves out while you watch! phew! got a puppy? Watch the movie on the site to see how fun it is! This line of Tether Tug Dog Toys are the perfect choices to keep dogs physically and mentally engaged while providing hours of energy burning play. Check out both our indoor and outdoor toy versions, and check back with us as we continue to develop more unique toys to keep your dog healthy, happy, and entertained. $49-$69

 

8) Longhorn Caverns - About an hour northwest of Austin, the undulating walls of Longhorn Cavern State Park offer an almost other-worldly experience. The cavern has been used as a prehistoric shelter, a hiding place for stolen loot, and a Confederate stronghold. "It was an awesome tour, and our tour guide was great!" The cave is 68 degrees year-round. The park offers guided tours that last approximately 1 hour and 25 minutes (a 1.25-mile round trip) Tours are conveniently scheduled throughout the day.  For more information on  tours and fees, call (877) 441-CAVE (441-2283), Marble Falls, TX 78654 or visit  Longhorn Cave Tours, Inc.   map 

 

9) Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center -See the natural beauty of the Texas Hill Country at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, where planting areas, wildflower meadows, exhibits and observation tower pay homage to Lady Bird’s devotion to native landscaping and preservation. Go see some texas bluebonnets! Not petfriendly. Open Tuesday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Sunday, 12-5:30 p.m. 512-232-0100. 4801 La Crosse Ave, Austin, TX 78739 - map

 

10) Barton Springs Pool - Swim in the constant 68-degree waters of Barton Springs Pool, an artesian spring-fed swimming hole in Zilker Park. Open daily 5 a.m.-10 p.m. Closed Thursdays, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Nominal admission charge. 512-476-9044 70 degrees. 2201 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78746 - map Petfriendly

 

11) Lady Bird Lake Hike and Bike Trail - The heart of Austin is found along the Lady Bird Lake Hike and Bike Trail, a 10.1-mile path bordering the lake on its flow through downtown. 512-974-6700.

• First Street Bridge at Lady Bird Lake
• Austin TX 78701 - map

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12) Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum - Relive the pages of Texas history at the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum. Interactive exhibits, artifacts, an IMAX Theatre and the multi-sensory Texas Spirit Theatre bring the myth, legend and fact of Texas all together under one roof. Open Monday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sundays, 12-6 p.m. 512-936-8746. 1800 Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78701- map

 

13) Texas State Capitol - Completed in 1888, the pink granite Texas State Capitol stands 302 feet high and is 14 feet higher than our nation's capitol. Guided tours are offered weekdays, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Saturdays, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; and Sundays, 12-3:30 p.m. Free admission. 512-463-0063. 1100 Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78701 - map

 

14) Hippie Hollow Park is a park located on the shore of Lake Travis in northwest Austin. It is the only legally recognized clothing-optional public park in the State of Texas. Address: 7000 Comanche Trail, Austin, TX 78732 Hours: Open today · 9:00am – 7:00 pm - map

 

15) McKinney Falls State Park is a state park located at the southeastern edge of Austin, Texas, United States around the confluence of Onion and Williamson Creeks and is administered by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. 5808 McKinney Falls Pkwy, Austin, TX 78744 - map Dogfriendly

 

16) Whip in Beer - "Very cool spot with 60 beers on tap and yummy Indian food."

"Great beer selection, amazing food, awesome vibe" 

Address: 1950 S I H 35, Austin, TX 78704 Phone: (512) 442-5337 - map

 

17) Mexic-Arte Museum is a fine arts museum in Austin, Texas. The Mission of the organization is to enrich and educate the community through the presentation and promotion of traditional and contemporary Mexican, Latino, and Latino art and culture.  419 Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78701 Phone: (512) 480-9373.map

 

18) Hamilton Pool - Pack a picnic and head to gorgeous natural swimming grotto Hamilton Pool. Featuring a gorgeous grotto and natural swimming area, Hamilton Pool Preserve is a glorious place to swim in cool, clear waters (so clear that you can see the fish as they brush past your legs). Hamilton Pool Preserve, 24300 Hamilton Pool Rd. Dripping Springs, TX  78620 - map

 

19) Paramount theater - The Paramount Theatre is a live theatre venue/movie theatre located in Downtown Austin, Texas, United States of America. The classical revival style structure was built in 1915. The building was listed in the National Register of Historic Places on June 23, 1976. In the Paramount's 90-year history, it has played host to a wide variety of acts ranging from vaudeville legends The Marx Brothers, to the premieres of such films as 1966's Batman and 2005's Sin City. 125 4th Ave NE Austin, MN 55912 - map

 

20) Mayfield Park Peacocks  - Mayfield Park and Preserve is an island of restful respite located in the middle of Austin, Texas. Mayfield Park is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. This entire estate was presented to the city of  Austin in 1971 by Mary Mayfield Gutsch for all Austinites to enjoy as a park. Mayfield Park includes an historic cottage, 2 acres of colorful cottage gardens with towering palm trees, brilliant peacocks and delicate water lilies, all blending in beautiful harmony. Mayfield Preserve is the 21 acre natural area that surrounds the park, containing walking trails and wildlife habitat. 3801 W 35th St, Austin, TX 78703  (512) 974-6700 "What a fantastic hidden gem this little park is!" - map

 

21) Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum - Visit the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum - also called the LBJ Presidential Library )to see copious volumes of presidential papers, a scale replica of the Oval Office during his presidency, and a First Lady's Gallery devoted to the work of Lady Bird Johnson. Open daily, except Christmas, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free admission and parking. 512-721-0200 2313 Red River St, Austin, TX 78705 - map

 

22) South Congress Avenue - Head to South Congress Avenue to discover eclectic shops, trendy restaurants, unique accommodations and popular music venues. On the first Thursday of each month, merchants keep their doors open until 10 p.m., playing host to an array of events and activities.

1600 S Congress Ave
Austin, TX - map