Austin Zoo:

Located in the Hill Country, the Zoo provides sanctuary for both exotic and domestic animals.

Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center:

This 42-acre botanical garden features plants native to Central Texas Hill Country. Texas Governor's Mansion: Since 1856, every Texas governor has called this antebellum dwelling home.

Texas State Capitol:

Gardens, statues, and memorials surround this 26-acre complex. Tours every 15 minutes.

Treaty Oak:

The last of the Council Oaks, where, according to legend, treaties with Indians were signed. Although this 600-year-old tree was poisoned in 1989, one massive branch of greenery still survives.

Texas Memorial Museum:

Displays of Texas and natural history include gems and minerals, paleontology, wildlife dioramas, Indian artifacts, and the original Goddess of Liberty statue.

Umlauf Sculpture Gardens & Museum:

Over 130 sculptures by internationally known artist Charles Umlauf are displayed throughout the xeriscaped garden and museum.

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