Make sure also to visit Longhorn Cavern State Park which is a short drive from Inks Lake and a great tour. Hold on to your feed bag because the bigger animals will take the whole thing. The Adventure is best for families with young children or those who arent interested in crawling into tight spaces. So that was upsetting since they didnt have that anywhere. Our guides Lucy and Orion were energetic and kept the whole tour exciting. Will definitely be back! Museum & visitor center featuring exhibits on the Old West & Texas frontier life, plus a theater. Overall, highly recommended. Very informative and highly recommend. It was an enjoyable experience. We camped here two nights and had lots of fun. This museum has a lot to offer to keep little children interested and entertained for a few hours. Not only can you admire them in gigantic tanks and pools, but you can pet, play and take pictures with them through special interactive programs!. Well worth the money! They allowed me to use an air-conditioned room set up with family portraits and heirlooms in which to get ready, without us even asking. One of the best gameday atmospheres in the nation. At the river, you can swim. The worst part? All power is generated by solar. The Thunder Zone is a family-oriented mini-amusement center, The speedway track is where the action is, and children of all ages can test their mettle in go-karts on the speedway course. Home to thousands of birds, reptiles, amphibians and sea creatures, the Austin Aquarium is one of the best places to visit for animal lovers. The Austin Aquarium opened in 2013 and quickly became one of the top family-friendly things to do in Austin. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. There's some hiking involved, but the good news is that "what hikes up gets to zip down!" Neat little museum with a bit of history of the area. Take a speedway to the Thunder Zone. Thank you, Lake Brownwood SP staff and volunteers! You could check out Paramount Theatre and Frontier Texas!, or the always popular Historic Fort Phantom Hill! This is a popular park which books quickly but for good reason. It was a short hike of 15-20 mins to the pool. The drive through zoo takes over an hour to drive through it all. It looks amazing and we will come back and do it at another point (either when the kids are older or as an adult date). Once you get to the bottom, its so serene. If you look online, you can usually find a coupons for buy one adult, a kid gets in free. It was a good environment for them to run around and explore. Kids love it. Much of this comes from Tim doing what he loves (sailing!) It was probably the best park I've been to, but then again, I haven't gone to many. Feed stingrays, tropical birds, fish, sharks, caiman, octopus, and much more. Museums. The top stops along the way from Austin to Lubbock (with short detours) are Lake Travis Zipline Adventures, Hamilton Pool Preserve, and Inner Space Cavern. It depends on when you visit! MENU. A great place for families with kids, or just adults. Very fun experience. Just around the shore from Hippie Hollow you can zoom across the canyons at Lake Travis Zipline Adventures. Great food and many kinds of beer on tap. Love this hike. So that was upsetting since they didnt have that anywhere. It had many trails to walk and some of the structure is still there. I cant recommend it enough! Will return and took a few bottles to last until then. National Ranching Heritage Center The National Ranching Heritage Center, a museum of ranching history, is located on the campus of Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas. The Adventure is best for families with young children or those who arent interested in crawling into tight spaces. Texas Technological University is the jewel of West Texas colleges and universities. I highly recommend a visit. The staff were very accommodating and professional. Definitely a great tour for the whole family!!!! I will definitely be back. and leave at 4:44 pm. Overall, highly recommended. Very good price, also. From the moment I contacted Captn Tim expressing interest in booking a private charter for my friends birthday, he was kind, responsive and helpful. I brought my one year old here with no expectations and I was blown away! Seriously, this app does it all! Goats love people and some babies will fall asleep in your lap. My friend was in tears with how amazing the whole experience was which is how I know I outdid myself finding this charter (by chance!). World class wines. Their lines arent the only things that they have going for them, however. 4020 Avenue Q. Lubbock, TX 79412. O'Ryan and Andrew were our guides and they did a great job for our group. 4200 S I-35 Frontage Rd, Georgetown, TX 78626, USA. The best part is you can pet and feed them all. Lubbock is my hometown. Other popular stops include Texas Civil War Museum, Frontier Texas!, and Dinosaur World. Peaceful even when busy. I'm not a connoisseur so I can't judge the quality of their wines except to say they tasted great to me. The historical buildings were neat, especially the one with the observation deck. Although the tours arent cheap, they are well worth the money and give you a good amount of time underground. Thank you for having our families out and giving me a awesome wedding anniversary! Longhorn Cavern doesn't have the giant cave formations, but I think it's just as enjoyable in its own way. We were happy that there's a viewing pavilion. Always something happening with a fantastic selection of drinks and food. Not only can you admire them in gigantic tanks and pools, but you can pet, play and take pictures with them through special interactive programs!. and wanting to share that experience with others. They select excellent films for the big screen. 6 bottles and we were on our way home. Park setting hosting 600 animals, a safari train, giraffe feeding, classes, concessions & more. Tickets range from $20 to $95 (plus taxes and fees), depending on seating. Food bags are an amazing bargain at just $1 a bag. My only complaint is that Gates close at 8pm and Im young and like to go see night life especially if there are strict rules already about quiet hours. A very good look at different styles of this art. And don't stay just in the pool, it is also worth walking to the other side where you will have a 0.75 mile hike by the creek to get to the river. We got there just as they opened and Moira made us feel quite welcome. Swimming is allowed down river and I hear lovely though personally I have not done it. Beautiful park with great trails! The museum in a collection of buildings depicting life throughout the history of Texas. They also had very clean bathrooms. Visited Dell Diamond stadium for a clean culture hosted car meet and got the pleasure of seeing the enormous baseball field first hand!! Amazing!! He really enjoys what he's doing and it shows it's super relaxing and fun, just a great experience to have. The color of the water is very impressive. The Austin Aquarium has a rather inauspicious location at a strip mall, but within youll be surprised by the sheer number of species. Only cash in person. Photo: Travel Texas. The owners welcomed myself, photographer/ hairdresser, and sister for my bridal pictures. We were here for 3 hours, and I could have stayed longer. Offering a different take on Texas's cowboy days, the Briscoe Western Art Museum embraces contemporary artists' views on the wild west. Plus, new mammals like kinkajous and Lemurs. The drive from Lubbock to Austin is 383 miles (617 km). Texas Tech Centennial Boots & Bow Ties: Kick off the 2-day Texas Tech Centennial celebration with a night out, featuring alumni performances, food, and cocktails. Highly recommend the trip to Lometa, TX. She has a great gift for making the tour a memorable experience! It was more difficult than I expected with bigger rocks and steeper hills, but it followed the Pedernales river and had beautiful sites. Very impressive. Came here on a weekend camping trip and it was great! Our favorite things to do on road trips are to see natural wonders and unique, curiosity type things. Riverside park featuring a 60-ft. waterfall & caves, plus areas for hiking, fishing & camping. Considering staying the night? 14529 Pocohontas Trail, Volente, TX 78641, USA. And most of all, I felt completely safe the entire time with amazing views of Lake Travis. The petting zoo was okay just goats. We had our Tige kids Christmas party yesterday. This place is very neat wife and I loved seeing all the history there and learning more about the surrounding area. Hoping we can do the same for other local treasures like Stubbs, the Flatlanders, the Maines family, + Terry and Jo Harvey Allen. Pet friendly. It was a very educational place to see & loved all the interactive tools for learning. Home of the Round Rock Express, affiliate of the Major League Texas Rangers baseball team. Much of this comes from Tim doing what he loves (sailing!) We had a great experience and our sweet boy on the spectrum who is 8 felt welcome and had a soda while we tasted a few wines to decide what we wanted to purchase. It was nifty, great little break from the COVID lockdown and there was nobody there. The Hidden tour is a medium challenge for anyone over age 7, and is the one we did. There are literally thousands here, and they include corals, tropical fish, sharks and rays, as well as tropical birds and reptiles, and mammals like lemurs and sloths. This outlet is beautiful and clean. Sarah and Nathan were fantastic guides/instructors. I was born in Abilene but moved away in grade school. There were 8 kids among us and this park is great for kids. Lovely little vineyard with friendly personable Employees. My husband and I went on Labor Day, and it wasn't too crowded in the morning, but the place definitely got busier after lunch. Very informative and highly recommend. Will definitely be back! The map on the wall was so detailed and made me want to explore the cave. Our kids 10/15 loved it too. A beautiful place and friendly people. See time and distance between places, and optimize your route to get the most of your day. May take brother and sister in law next time they are in Texas. Forget the Hill Country--Lubbock/West Texas is where the good Texas wine lives. Suggest also taking younger generations to show them what the Greatest Generation did. Try it out, theres something for all! Can be crowded. A wonderful day and gorgeous landscape of the waterfall and gardens. Forested park & campground with 32 natural springs, swimming holes, waterfalls, pool, trails & more. Old hospital and blacksmith labeled by signs. The terrain is exposed and decomposed granite outcroppings and trails. Get inspired for your trip to Lubbock with our curated itineraries that are jam-packed with popular attractions everyday! Where to begin?! 12. For BIG 12 conference games this place can be ear splitting. If you look online, you can usually find a coupons for buy one adult, a kid gets in free. A literal hidden gem right off of I-35. I had a great time, I can only imagine how great it would be with an actual baseball game! Explore the various interactive activities and get hands-on with your favorite animals. Check the picture. It depends on when you visit! For our family of 5, we ordered a large and a personal for our two young boys to share. The scenery and sunsets alone is worth the visit.. the kids loved the open areas that are spikey free and go right up to the water. Highly recommended! Wonderful people! The staff let our group ride the Carousel twice so we could use our tokens. My husband had the ros and enjoyed it!! We will be back. Anyone who passes through San Saba should definitely stop by the Wedding Oak Winery and check it out. Cant wait to come back and spend more time. A bit pricey in my opinion. Recommend arriving early to avoid the biggest crowds! It is a welcome respite of water in dry West Texas. Unfortunately, swimming is not allowed in the pool due to fallen rocks and bacteria. Although I had visited Fort Phantom lake as a child, I had never seen the fort ruins. We rank this one of the best museums we have visited. The camping, picnic, swimming, and fishing areas were all very well maintained and very clean. They have trails for all experience riders. We fed the Giraffes and ducks. We went in cold weather and fared well with just one bottle water each but if its hot definitely take more water and some snacks maybe to eat while enjoying the views at the falls. Two winding spiral staircases. We had a fabulous time talking to the staff about the wine selections and were pleasantly surprised that they didnt make us feel silly in spite of how unfamiliar we are with wines. I will share what I did take tho. The one the water was low so we were able to crawl all over the rocks and explore. The wine inventory dates back a couple decades, and the quality is the same. There are 3 floors of exhibits and it looks like they are upgrading some of their areas as well. My husband and I went on Labor Day, and it wasn't too crowded in the morning, but the place definitely got busier after lunch. The boat itself is magnificent and impressive (I think its the largest sail boat on the lake). The petting zoo is a large area with tons of goats to feed and pet. We got there just as they opened and Moira made us feel quite welcome. Two winding spiral staircases. Family had a BLAST! Great day at a outdoor mall! Fast services. It was a very educational place to see & loved all the interactive tools for learning. 4200 S I-35 Frontage Rd, Georgetown, TX 78626, USA. 6211 Park Road 4 S, Burnet, TX 78611, USA. The cave tours are what you have to pay for, which I did not. They pack a LOT of things into the space. If you want a truly quiet and relaxing time camping and rving this place is the best bang for your buck with the springs near by. Good trails, clean restrooms, boat ramp, camping. Easy to spot and fun to watch, black-tailed prairie dogs and the occasional burrowing owl frolic everywhere here. Painted sunsets and rainbow lake its stunning. The service was quick and pleasant, and we felt very welcome. Our kids 10/15 loved it too. I think we may have found a place that my hubby and I can have date nights closer to home. We will tell others to visit when they are in Lubbock. 4 years old and under is $5 . Very cool. Great views and atmosphere. My friend was in tears with how amazing the whole experience was which is how I know I outdid myself finding this charter (by chance!). Hill country must see. 200 State Hwy Park Rd 15, Brownwood, TX 76801, USA. The lake sits in a canyon , most of the vegetation is man planted. and is chock-full of lots of fun outdoorsy stuff, too. Seriously, this app does it all! (806) 747-6206. First class all the way. The only problem we ran into was when we brought $10 tickets but all the birds but a select few were not in the zoo due to the bird flu. Lots of stone structures were built by he CCC here that you can still enjoy today. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. There is quite a few of them though. I got in over 6 miles of hiking all together and I was happy with all that I saw. The main building contains over 100 fully restored American windmills of all types and models. I had the syrah which was outstanding and my wife had the viognier which was very good. Reservation is required to visit this place which is $12 per car. We've compiled data from NASA for each month of the year: see the links below for more information. Recommend arriving early to avoid the biggest crowds! Checking out the Buddy Holly sculptures and monuments is one of the things to do in Lubbock for rock and roll fans. It was fun to see the seated zipline outside before we made our way inside. We had hundreds of parents and kids attend. Sometimes a small museum, with a narrow focus, can do far far better than a larger museum. Planning travel has actually been fun instead of tedious because of this app. My kids loved it. I know they were for the games but still, organized. Our tent only campsite is gorgeous. We did take one trail from the Falls back to the parking but I cant remember the name of it. Its pretty cool to see such big animals come to your window and stick there whole head and neck in your car. Make sure bring your fishing tackle or rent/borrow some from the camp store which is well stocked. Press the question mark key to get the keyboard shortcuts for changing dates. They have a large selection of beer on tap and wine to choose from to build flights, and often have live music. We stayed here 6 days this visit, and could not have been happier with our visit. The site offers the museum the opportunity to interpret and showcase its tremendous collection in both outdoor and, Along the brick streets of Texas Avenue sits McPherson Cellars, which sets the standard for design in Lubbock: it. We had an awesome time! Highly recommend. It was a windy & cold day but still enjoyed my visit. The Austin Aquarium has brought the ocean sea life to your fingertips, you and your family will step into hands-on exhibits. The exact latitude and longitude coordinates are 31 51' 18" N and 99 36' 6" W. The total driving distance from Austin, TX to Lubbock, TX is 383 miles or 616 kilometers. We purchased 30 bags and they're good size but they go fast. Spring Sound! It was clean. Get to the park early when the animals are still hungry. Amazing!! Underground expanse highlighted by natural rock formations, with guided tours & ranger programs. Plenty of seating and beautiful scenery. A great variety of different exhibits. Delicious wines, gorgeous barrels for sale for decor! And it's beautifully restored. It was fun to see the seated zipline outside before we made our way inside. Hold on to your feed bag because the bigger animals will take the whole thing. I definitely want to come back to visit again. The park has very nice trails to go hiking/walking and a very beautiful large swimming beach. but well worth the visit. Very impressive. customize this trip Day 1 11:00 am start in Austin drive for about 1 hour 12:07 pm Lampasas stay for about 1 hour and leave at 1:07 pm drive for about 1.5 hours 2:26 pm Brownwood stay for about 1 hour and leave at 3:26 pm The experience is affordable for a captained charter on Lake Travis and an incredible value for the experience you get. At first when we walked in we thought it was going to be small. Thanks so much for the great time Topsey!!!! Regional heritage, including ancient projectiles & 18th-century attire, is the focus at this museum. Food vendors are situated in the center, and open-air pathways let you catch a breath of fresh air in the midst of all the dedicated expeditions. We thoroughly enjoyed our time at this museum. We had a fabulous time talking to the staff about the wine selections and were pleasantly surprised that they didnt make us feel silly in spite of how unfamiliar we are with wines. Coming from the northeast Take the back road and head west on TX 114 for a look into the quaint, small-town Texas culture. We had panini sandwiches and they were excellent. There is an outside area that is absolutely beautiful, wish I would have took more pics. Water was cool and clean (though a bit murky in the main pool just from getting stirred up by swimmers). It is quite relaxing to just hang out there. Its pretty cool to see such big animals come to your window and stick there whole head and neck in your car. Theres lots of shade and the lake is constant level so you can always cool off in the water. This is the crme de la crme of planning apps! We will be back next time in town! I liked the challenge and length of it. The best part? Admission to the trails and buildings is free. 0:04. The petting zoo was okay just goats. Very good price, also. Beautiful views, especially around sunset. Feed stingrays, tropical birds, fish, sharks, caiman, octopus, and much more. Anyone who passes through San Saba should definitely stop by the Wedding Oak Winery and check it out. Tim took the time to answer all my questions and then some, looking up the moon phases to provide evidence that our night sail would be as beautiful as promised. Learn about one of Lubbock's most famous residents at The Buddy Holly Center, Buddy Holly House, Buddy Holly Statue & Buddy Holly Gravesite. Beautiful historical building run by the nicest people. Really enjoyed going to the game Sunday. Exactly what I needed to plan a trip. The lady behind the counter gave me some great history of what I drank and what I bought and was super amazing. Holographic stories from the people, an 360 theater to watch stories of the wild west. Awesome experience! We like the hiking trails here. An absolutely amazing and informative tour, including the history of the discovery, of the caverns and their importance to both the geological and paleontological records, as well as a nesting place for the local bat colonies. I appreciated everything - clean bathrooms, able to lock valuables, water bottles provided throughout, wonderful trip on the boat. Why Youve Got to Go: If you are looking for some indoor fun, especially if you have come upon inclement weather, Austin Aquarium does not disappoint. I was able to buy 2 hot dogs, 2 Gatorades and a bag of chips for $9 . The Wild requires participants to be over 13 and involves crawling and getting into and through tight spaces. Beautiful winery! There is a wine for everyone and they are delicious! The inside is warm and welcoming with a variety of wedding themed wines. Sun City Texas is a 4,750-acre age-restricted community located in Georgetown, Texas, a city 35 miles north of Austin off Interstate 35. Try your skill on the 20 obstacle courses which include climbing walls, bridges, and balance beams. Written by Lana Law Jul 27, 2020 We may earn a commission from affiliate links This vibrant West Texas university city is a wonderful place for arts and culture and is a genuinely fun and interesting place to visit. (Fingers crossed) I love singing karaoke and look forward to joining them on karaoke night. A literal hidden gem right off of I-35. Absolutely amazing wheeling destination! Wanderlog makes planning a trip so effortless. . For the most part it is like any outlet but the one thing I really liked was the mother lounge they had near the restrooms by the Food Court. Small, family-friendly aquarium with many varieties of sea life, plus touch tanks & frequent events. Wanderlog makes planning a trip so effortless. This is a great little brewery/winery in Salado! We did take one trail from the Falls back to the parking but I cant remember the name of it. Such a beautiful building and historic site. Lubbock is located on the Southern High Plains of Texas, 300 miles west of Dallas/Fort Worth, and 320 miles southeast of Albuquerque, New Mexico. I am not a baseball fan, always seemed boring to me watching it on TV. Bathrooms were warm (on the super cold & windy day we visited) and clean. The organization this app provides has taken a huge weight off my shoulders. Pay a little extra and you can take part in a range of animal encounters, feeding iguanas, stingrays, sharks, lorikeets and tortoises, or just hanging out with the playful lemurs. Find things to do in Lubbock, TX. Lubbock Downtown Farmers Market 5 Farmers Markets By TexasNurseMom35 Now for the wine. They do tastings and you can purchase t-shirts, wines, etc. There is an outside area that is absolutely beautiful, wish I would have took more pics. I may come back in the future for the cave tour, but other than that, I probably wouldnt. Finally doing it. The worst part? Hiked a couple different trails with the last one being the Gorman Falls trail. 945 Co Rd 118, Copperas Cove, TX 76522, USA. Very sweet!! Sea life, ringtail lemurs, lizards, turtles, fish and birds! Fortunately we found the building but made sure to stop back in and buy a few bottles of wine before we headed back to Austin. Ticket prices were very affordable. We did the easy trails first but they proved a little flat although beautiful. I did not wanna leave. This waterpark and challenge course on the water makes for an adventure-packed day. Underground expanse highlighted by natural rock formations, with guided tours & ranger programs. I would highly recommend a visit to anyone interested in historical sites and Texas history. 11 Top-Rated Things to Do in Lubbock, Texas. Also, you will die long before then. The Austin Aquarium has brought the ocean sea life to your fingertips, you and your family will step into hands-on exhibits. There were tons of animals out there. Only cash in person. The camping, picnic, swimming, and fishing areas were all very well maintained and very clean. Once inside, I was amazed! Making beelines to Calvin Klein, Burberry, BCBG Max Azria, Coach, Swarovski, and Calphalon, eager folks scan racks and shelves for quality merchandise at reduced prices. Pet friendly. We just spent 3 nights here in campsite 211. It is part of the chain of Sun City communities started by Del Webb. The ambience was warm and inviting. Best advice if you are interested in river is to time a trip after seasonal rain. Home to thousands of birds, reptiles, amphibians and sea creatures, the Austin Aquarium is one of the best places to visit for animal lovers. Although, the camel reached his head in and grabbed one of our bags! If in the area during baseball a must visit. Today, we bring you Lubbock, Texas! Nice place to stop and stretch your legs! Beautiful venue. There are three levels of tours. There is no refunds or rain checks. It was a very surprising visit to say the least. Landscape is stunning. Nicely marked and clean trails. Definitely a great tour for the whole family!!!! Our tour guide, Tawny, was friendly and very knowledgeable. 5 years old and up $7 ( if you live in Killeen). View of the pool is very beautiful. So much to see and its beautiful! There are plenty! When feeding the giraffes, they give direct instructions. This place is very neat wife and I loved seeing all the history there and learning more about the surrounding area. Special shout out to Rachel, our tour guide par excellence! Yes! Driving from Austin,TX., then Lubbock, TX, then Albuquerque, New Mexico, then Ouray,c Does anyone know of any fun things to do along the way, like must-see sights, restaurants, etc. This wine is spectacular. This is a great park with many trails passing through woods, fields and of course the river area. Its kind of pricey, as follows the price of maintaining a cave system etc. The only negative point about it is the price. Even just seeing the buildings built by the Civilian Conservation Corps (free) is interesting and would be a nice short side stop on a road trip. There are plenty of great restaurants in Abilene too, including Belle's . My daughter and I loved this park. We are a family of 5 and we loved it! It was our first time! The owners welcomed myself, photographer/ hairdresser, and sister for my bridal pictures. It was quite the trek, especially at the end, but so worth it. The staff is friendly and helpful. It was a windy & cold day but still enjoyed my visit. It was a short hike of 15-20 mins to the pool. Very nice employees. Watch with your eyes how these relatives of squirrels dig their holes leading to their homes. Came here on a weekend camping trip and it was great! Very loud. Missy & Pablo were very kind and helpful today. The park personnel was also friendly and just great! Clean park. The marine life is the main attraction of the aquarium, of course, and you wont be disappointed by all of the tropical fish and softly-glowing jellyfish. I would highly recommend a visit to anyone interested in historical sites and Texas history. Although I did not drink any wine, the best part of my time there was meeting Belle the manager. They have curated a selection of affordable gifts and their gem and geode prices are half what you'll find elsewhere. Great people, great wines, great atmosphere! I've been to other caves including Carlsbad Caverns and Timpanogos Cave (multiple times for each). Apart from that, you can take another long hike which will lead to the river. Seasoned shoppers find the promise of bargains intoxicating; as a result, they flock to this outlet center north of town to score great deals on designer goods. It was my first time to off road. Great wine! If youre looking for some indoor fun and a place where you can interact with marine life, Austin Aquarium does not disappoint. The neighbors still got in and enjoyed the water. Cyril & Methodius Czech Catholic Church. Captain Tim was awesome had a long charter 130 to sunset about 8ish and sailed a while stoped in a cove to swim and brought our own food and had a nice meal sailing and got an amazing sunset. My fiance and I are getting married here in April 2021 and we love how beautiful the the church is inside and out! Three of these are the longest and fastest ziplines in the entire state. 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