Vacation Inspirations

Visit the capital of Texas with a great vacation from Vacation Inspirations, Austin is a terrific destination. Austin is a world famous destination for live music and features an eclectic country, blues and rock scene. Beyond the excitement of the bars and music halls downtown you will find numerous parks and lakes perfect for boating, hiking and swimming. McKinney Falls State Park is one such destination, the biking & fishing there are fantastic and the park is famous for its resident 500 year old cypress tree, "Old Baldy". Barton Springs Pool is another popular outdoor recreation area, one that features a pool that is filled completely with natural spring water; it maintains a comfortable swimmable temperature year round. The Texas Capitol is a worthwhile visit as well, the impressive granite and marble structure is an architectural beauty. Stop by the Bullock Texas State History Museum to learn "the Story of Texas" and make sure to visit the Lyndon Baines Johnson Presidential Library and Museum as well. The Blanton Museum of Art is another top attraction, there you can browse Renaissance paintings, Latin American art and Greek & Roman sculpture. For something off the beaten path try the Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum, it is dedicated to the artistic works of American sculptor Charles Umlauf. Bring the kids to the Austin Zoo or Thinkery Interactive Children’s Museum. Contact the Vacation Inspirations member services department today to inquire about available vacation packages to Austin Texas; you can also learn more about Austin at the cities official travel portal, https://www.austintexas.org/.