Barton springs is a must visit for any local or visitor to Austin!…read more $5 for residents & $9 for non residents. Parking on weekdays is easy, weekends I recommend carpooling or ubering. Only thing to note is : "Prohibited items include all food, glass, alcohol, and snacks to reduce litter and pests." Water is cool all year, refreshing in the spring & summer and it's overall just a great spot to be!

Super fun place to hang out, especially on a hot Austin day. Once you get to the pool (which is a…read morebit of a walk from the parking lot in the midday heat), you can cool off in the spring water and spend a very leisurely few hours poking around, swimming laps, jumping off the board, whatever. It's great to see everyone peacefully enjoying themselves and there are lots of life guards. All ages, from young families with kids, to teenagers, bikinis, and older folks, too. I thought the water was a great temp, at least on that hot 90-something degree day. This was a Tuesday later in the afternoon and there were a lot of bathers but it didn't feel crowded. There was a lot of construction and temporary fencing, I hope it looks great when they're done. $5 for Austinites, $9 for out-of-towners. I'm not sure but there looked like another way to access the pool from the other side to the main entrance, not sure if there's a pay gate on that side, too.

Deep Eddy Pool is an Austin institution! I spent many years at deep Eddie pool with family, friends…read moreand colleagues. It's nothing like swimming on a hot summer day. Your first impression of the pool will probably be wow it's large with so many lanes and many areas where you can just swim or float to your hearts content. Another impression might be and it was especially for me the bright blue water of the pool. It looks refreshing, cool, and inviting. Deep Eddiy pool has a oblong shape typical of large pools of its size. The pool has architecturally clean lines with precise corners. When you stand on the pool platform the vastness of the pool rushes to the forefront. Everytime I stick my foot in the water of the Deep Eddy pool, that cool refreshing feeling envelopes my body. Entry fees are very reasonable and can beas low as $2 per day. Paid parking is available in front of the pool and on the street. Nice relaxing self-care day...

Ok if you're desperate for some water…read more The water was crisp and cool even on a 99° day in August Half the pool is designated for swimming laps. There are no lounge chairs so bring a blanket for the ground and expect it to get dirty because people have to sit in the grass/dirt. There are a few trees for shade. No alcohol or food/drink allowed. I brought in my water bottle and no one said anything so I guess water is ok There is a parking lot but you must pay to park and it gets filled quickly Bike trails lead up to it Locker rooms are half indoor/half outdoor and rather dingy. Several lifeguards on duty. periodically they make everyone get out of the pool for 5 min (one an hour?) There needs to be someone skimming the pool throughout the day..there's a ton of bugs/leaves that get in the water. Also, since people lounge on the dirt lawn, everyone's feet are dirty when getting in the pool. The pool ropes had some sort of black sludge caked into them. It was pretty gross. $5 for an adult. Free for veterans.

This is very good size park for people to walk, play, and fish! There are two large ponds and lots…read moreof parking! Great place for a picnic and take the kids to have some fun outdoors.

This park is a great place to walk your dog! Lots of walking trails, with areas along the way to…read moretake a break. The frisbee park is cool, and nicely tucked away. There are a couple of areas for kids to play, sand volley ball and basketball , The park is also well maintained. I have not taken advantage of all the amenities, but was impressed.

You can't beat the price for this drive thru lights show. They have restrooms and clearly marked…read morepathways.

Only the Christmas lights are taken into consideration for this review, and they were FANTASTIC…read more There are lights positioned every few hundred feet along a winding road that is only one lane wide and has been recently paved. This road extends for a number of miles. They even have signs advertising an AM radio station that plays Christmas music that you can tune into. The quantity and quality of the lights completely astounded me, and the atmosphere they created was incredible. The price of admission, which is only twelve dollars per vehicle and not per person, is actually quite affordable. They did in fact have a "Santa's Village," but it was closed when we went there, so we couldn't eat there or take our children on the ride.

Pease Park is one of Austin's most beautiful parks. Full stop! It has been thoughtfully designed…read moreand enjoyable green space to frequent. Stretching along Shoal Creek, the park offers a mix of shaded walking and biking trails, open lawns, and beautifully restored natural areas. It is hard to believe when you are in the park that you are in the heart of central Austin. The park is especially family friendly, with a large playground, splash pad, treehouse style observation area, and plenty of seating. While we were at the park a school was hosting a picnic for its students. The northern portion of the park is even more quiet and scenic, with winding trails, limestone bluffs, and creek views. It's a great area for dog walks, leisurely strolls, picnics, workouts, or just relaxing under the trees. The park is well maintained and welcoming to all ages. This park is very special.

Such a gem of a park. Big, beautiful, and genuinely fun for all ages. The giant troll made from…read morenatural and recycled materials alone is worth the visit -- it's impressive and so unique. The stream nearby adds a peaceful touch, and the overall design of the park feels really intentional and creative. Kids will go crazy for the massive playground and all the interactive installations. The hanging net sphere is a must, you can lie inside and bounce around, and honestly the adults were just as into it as the little ones. There are also food vendors including ice cream, so you can easily spend a whole afternoon here. One of the most well-done parks I've been to. Highly recommend.

This Saturday TXST tubes hosted my roller derby retirement party, we had blast! Thank you for your…read morehospitality and for sharing this beautiful part of the San Marcos River. Texas Roller Derby loves TXST Tubes!

First float of the season completed with tubes from here!…read more Floating down the San Marcos river is a staple austin activity in the summer and if you're looking to try it or try a new place to rent your tube from, check this place out. We reserved our tubes online and got a drink cooler float as well, showed some ID when we arrived to collect our tubes and walk down to the entrance -- right where you pick up the tubes from! Then enjoyed a leisurely float in their comfy tubes and exited the river to hop on a shuttle back to our car. Smooth, easy, fun experience I'd do all over again! A lot of places have you shuttle to the entrance of the river and then you exit where your car is (since it's not a loop) but we found it easier to shuttle back from the river instead of to it -- less stuff to carry with you after the float cause the drinks and food have been consumed. And you have some time to dry off on the shuttle before getting to your car which is nice. Would go here again next time I'm in the mood to float!

Quick and easy rentals through the student rec center. You don't even have to be a member. Lots…read moreof options...kayaks, canoes, paddle boards, tailgate games. They were helpful in processing a refund for an extra piece of gear we reserved but didn't end up needing. Reserve equipment in advance to make sure available since busy during the summer. Great find!

From the owner: We rent all the equipment you need for your next outdoor adventure from tents and sleeping bags to…read morestoves and coolers to boats and life-jackets. We even have a do-it-yourself bike maintenance station and convenience retail items including bike tubes and patches, water bottles, sunscreen and more.

Stopped by during my lunch break while working in Wimberley Texas. Very nice park with good hiking…read moretrails and parking lots. There's a visitor center, and several gardens and placards all along the trail to tell the history and ecology of the area. The well itself did not appear to be flowing or if it was it was flowing only slightly. The hike as you get close to the well is a little bit more treacherous, but not too bad. Once you are there, the well is dark emerald green in color. It looks kind of mysterious. lol Good spot for a short hike to explore some nature and see a natural wonder.

I'm sure that during its peak season and at its full potential, the well will be much more…read morecaptivating and visually appealing than my experience of it. But despite that notion, Jacob's Well overall is very underwhelming. The hike is probably the shortest and least challenging I've ever experienced. There are several mini trails that are great for kids to explore, along with a large tire swing at the front entrance. Jacob's Well is definitely very kid- and senior-friendly as it's not very strenuous at all to hike or walk around. It's a nice that it's there for everyone to experience nature but again, very underwhelming. We spent about half an hour there which was enough time to experience the entire area. Definitely worth a visit if it's your first time in Wimberley.

Yes! Batting cages for my son and I to have fun while training. Here in Georgetown, at good…read moreaffordable rates. So awesome. A absolute must if you're into baseball and or even just for a fun date night for y'all sports types.

The walk way just drops downhill out of No where almost fall everytime since I have my baseball…read morebag. The fields have no outfield turf which sucks if you where turf cleats.

I took the beginner bungee class Cata (sp) and had the best time! Highly recommend! Lots of laughs,…read moresome sweat and time just flew by.

This place is AWSOME for anyone 6+!…read more Sky Candy has very diverse classes and is good for adults and children alike. I love all the different props you get to use and lessons you get to take. Very organized and always has someone to greet you and tell you where to go at the front desk. My fav thing to do is the silks. I've only been a few times, but have already learned a lot and love going!