2100 Avenue of the Stars, Cedar Park
Texas Stars Phone: 512-GOSTARS
H-E-B Center at Cedar Park Phone: 512-600-5000
texasstars.com
Texas Stars is a Dallas Stars affiliate hockey team, playing at the Cedar Park Event Center. For schedule and tickets, please visit their website.
3400 East Palm Valley Blvd, Round Rock
512-255-2255
roundrockexpress.com
The Dell Diamond is the home of the Round Rock Express Baseball Club. For more information on the season line up and tickets, please visit the website above.
18500 TX-130 Service Rd, Pflugerville
TyphoonTexas.com/austin
An outdoor waterpark, open summers and some weekends. Please check their website for hours and more information.
3777 FM 972, Walburg
512-863-8440
walburgrestaurant.com
The Walburg Restaurant brings you a truly authentic German experience in dining and entertainment. Their chefs continue the legacy of German cuisine from Bavarian heritage. The 1882 vintage structure seats over 250 which easily accommodates large parties. Just behind this antique dining establishment, nestled in oak trees, is a Biergarten including a large open tent with two stages for live entertainment. This area also includes an open picnic area, outdoor bar and kitchen and arcade for the kids. All together, the beirgarten can hold over 800+ people. Check the website for live bands and specials!
I-35, Exit 256 – University Boulevard
512-863-6688
PremiumOutlets.com
Discover an impressive collection of designer and name brand outlet stores offering savings of 25% to 65% every day including Adidas, Burberry, Calvin Klein, Coach, Gap Outlet, J. Crew, Kenneth Cole, Michael Kors, Nike Factory Store, Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store, Theory and more. Conveniently located just south of Georgetown in Round Rock.
254-947-8634
visitsaladotexas.com
Salado is a charming old town located just 20 miles North of Georgetown on I35. In the early 1800s it was a frequent stopping point on the cool spring fed Salado Creek for Indians, Spanish, and Mexican travelers. In the mid 1800s it became an Overland Stage and Pony Express stop on the Chisholm Trail. Today the Stagecoach Inn marks the spot with a Texas historical medallion. The nearby homes and mansions have become a shopping mecca with art, antique, specialty shops and restaurants.
8711 FM 487, Florence
254-793-3114
thevineyardatflorence.com
The Vineyard is a destination for weddings and bridal parties, corporate retreats and private functions. They offer indoor and outdoor spaces for events, including rental villas and tower. Experience luxurious relaxation at their spa and then enjoy a delicious lunch offered by their cafe. Check out their website for directions, classes, and entertainment!
101 County Road 257, Liberty Hill
512-778-5990
thirstymule.com
9201 Circuit of The Americas Blvd, Austin
512-301-6600
circuitoftheamericas.com
“Circuit of The Americas is the premier destination for world-class motorsports and entertainment in the United States. Set on 1,500 acres in the rolling hills just outside downtown Austin, Circuit of The Americas has hosted the biggest names in racing, action sports and music since 2012. At its heart is a 3.41-mile racetrack that was designed to challenge the world’s most exacting competitors while providing a thrilling spectacle for audiences.” Please go to their website for a list of upcoming events and more information.
16231 IH-35, Pflugerville
512-670-9600
AustinsPark.com
Attractions include an arcade, laser tag, go-karts, bumper boats, mini golf, batting cages, a rock-climbing wall and more.
4333 Teravista Club Drive, Round Rock
512-651-9850
teravistagolf.com
Teravista is a Championship 18-hole golf club that captures the beauty of the Texas Hill Country with views that span for over 50 miles. The rolling terrain provides a challenging 7,200-yard layout and offers 5 different sets of tees that will challenge golfers of all ages and abilities.
1 Congress Avenue, Austin
austinbats.org
Austin is home to the largest urban bat colony in North America. These Mexican free-tailed bats hide out under the Ann W. Richards Congress Bridge, waiting to take flight during the summer months at dusk. For the best seats in the house, go early to the Austin-American Statesmen parking lot and plot a blanket in your chosen spot in the grass. For updates and approximate emergence times, please call Bat Conservation International’s home office number 512-327-9721.
601 North Interstate 35 Frontage Road, Round Rock
From March through November, near dusk underneath the Interstate 35 overpass at McNeil Road in Round Rock, about 10 miles south of Georgetown, you can enjoy a batty night of fun with the Round Rock Bats. Do show up early, and bring bring your blankets, covers, and a hat or some other head covering. And remember, never attempt to handle or capture bats at any time. There is available free parking located near this location. For more bat watching locations and proper etiquettes, please read Texas Parks and Wildlife’s Publication on Bat-Watching Sites of Texas.
4801 La Crosse Avenue, Austin
512-292-4100
wildflower.org
The Wildflower Center is a botanical garden in Austin, Texas, dedicated to native plants. Their vision for the future is to preserve and restore the natural beauty and biological richness of North America by inspiring people to love the land.
Cedar Park Depot
401 E Whitestone Blvd C-100, Cedar Park
512-477-8468
austinsteamtrain.org
The Hill Country Flyer and Bertram Flyer run nearly every weekend of the year providing riders with a memorable journey on a great rail adventure! Remember to check their Special Rides for not-to-be-missed theme adventures. Seating is limited and goes fast, so reserve your spot early.
443 Waterway Lane, Burnet
512-756-6986
vtrc.com
The Vanishing Texas River Cruise is the premier ecological tour of central Texas. You’ll take a 2-hour cruise on a 150 passenger, three-deck excursion vessel through the scenic wilderness along the historic Colorado River Canyon. You’ll cruise past beautiful waterfalls and sheer cliffs. Wildlife viewing and birding are spectacular.
1100 Congress Avenue, Austin
512-463-0063
Capitol Visitors Center
The Texas Capitol offers free thirty minute tours which are a great way to learn about the history of the building, walk the historic halls and take pictures. If you prefer to tour at your own pace, you can pick up a free self-guided tour pamphlet from the Capitol Information and Guide Service room or the Capitol Visitors Center.
The Bullock Museum offers the richness of hundreds of artifacts, culture, and groundbreaking innovations,as revealed for all ages in exhibitions, films, symposiums, community events, field trips, and fun, family-centered programs.