Rethink Your Summer

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From the archives: June 16, 2006

From a picnic in a unique locale to an unusual cocktail, try something different this summer in Austin.

On this page:Austin Ideas, More Austin Favorites.

Austin Ideas

  1. 1 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Zilker Park
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    2100 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78746 (map)

    Head to the park for a picnic, a long walk or take a ride on the miniature train that circles the park.

  2. 2 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Barton Creek Greenbelt
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    Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78701 (map)

    Spend your summer day hiking through the trails at this Austin gem or bring your swim suit and go for a swim to cool off.

  3. 3 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Barton Springs Pool
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    2100 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78746 (map)

    Go for an icy swim on a hot day at this chemical-free pool that draws sunbathers, hippies, musicians and kids.

  4. 4 4 Star Rating: Recommended Roaring Fork Austin Llc
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    701 Congress Ave (InterContinental Stephen F. Austin Hotel), Austin, TX 78701 (map)

    Take in the Wild West decor--including animal-antler chandeliers--while cooling down with their signature huckleberry margarita.

  5. 5 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Hippie Hollow Park
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    7000 Comanche Trl, Austin, TX 78732 (map)

    Feeling bold? Get an awesome all-over tan at this clothing-optional lakefront spot.

  6. 6 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
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    16710 Ranch Rd 965, Fredericksburg, TX 78624 (map)

    Pack a picnic and hike to this once-thought-to-be-haunted rock formation in scenic Texas Hill Country.

  7. 7 3.5 Star Rating: Average Schlitterbahn Waterpark Resort
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    305 W Austin St, New Braunfels, TX 78130 (map)

    Cool off at this mega waterpark and enjoy on the world's first surfing machine.

  8. 8 3 Star Rating: Average Lone Star Riverboat-Town Lake
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    PO Box 160608, Austin, TX 78716 (map)

    Take a one hour relaxing cruise on an old fashioned riverboat through downtown Austin.

  9. 9 2.5 Star Rating: Below Average Mountain Star Lodge and Hotel
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    3573 Ranch Rd 620 S, Austin, TX 78738 (map)

    Enjoy a summer getaway without the travel time by reserving a room at this scenic lodge overlooking Lake Travis.

More Austin Favorites

  1. 10 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Hamilton Pool Preserve
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    24300 Hamilton Pool Rd, Dripping Springs, TX 78620 (map)

  2. 11 3.5 Star Rating: Average Oasis Gift Shop
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    6550 Comanche Trl, Austin, TX 78732 (map)

  3. 12 3.5 Star Rating: Average San Jose Hotel
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    1316 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704 (map)

  4. 13 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Alamo Drafthouse Cinema at the Ritz
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    320 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78701 (map)

    Catch a movie and a brew at this bar and theater that showcases independent and classic films.

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