Austin is the capital of the U.S. state of Texas. It is a city in the Hill Country region of Texas. The original name of the city was ‘Waterloo’, because of the abundance of springs and creeks in the area. Austin is one of the most vibrant cities with a rich historic past. An area of stately 19th century mansions, the antebellum Governor's Mansion and more than 220 other landmarks. Austin is also a very green city, with a river running through it and a mild year-round climate and prides itself on natural beauty. Greenbelts, waterways and pockets of undeveloped land create a unique verdant landscape. Austin is a major cultural hub. FlightsFlights offers you the best valued tours to this discount destination Austin by saving money too. All you have to do is log in to www.FlightsFlights.com.au and plan your discount holiday with a few clicks. It is one of only of U.S. cities, with professional ballet, symphony, opera and theatre companies. Having more than twenty museums, nearly three dozen galleries and 35 theatre companies, the city is really a tourist paradise.

The Texas State Capitol is a must-see for new visitors, is a beautiful building wrapped in Texas pink granite. It is interesting to stroll through the halls, look at the paintings and sculptures. The new Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum also helps chronicle the colourful history of the state. The Ladybird Lake, a series of seven manmade lakes along the Lower Colorado River, bisects the heart of downtown. Miles of hike-and-bike trails encircle the lake .The Lake Austin and Lake Travis attracts boaters, fishermen, water-skiers, windsurfers and scuba divers. So why not plan a discount holiday to this tremendous city with FlightsFlights.

Austin is also home to the University of Texas, one of the largest universities in the U.S. Visit the Blanton Museum of Art, the Harry Ransom Centre, the Texas Memorial Museum of Science and History. LBJ Presidential Library always seems to have something interesting on display. Home to more than 50 public swimming pools, Austin has parks and pools throughout the city. These include Deep Eddy Pool, Barton Springs Pool. Barton Springs Pool is spring-fed. Barton Springs Pool is one of Austin's most attractions, a beautiful spring-fed pool over 3 times longer than a football field, nestled in the heart of the city at Zilker. Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Centre showcases flowers and plant life of the area. The centre is a bit southwest of downtown and worth the drive, especially during spring.

The Hippie Hollow Park, a county park situated along Lake Travis. Activities include rock climbing, kayaking, swimming, exploring, and hiking along the greenbelt, a long-spanning area that runs through the city. Zilker Park, a large green area close to downtown, forms part of the greenbelt along the Colorado River. Hamilton Pool is a pool and wildlife park. Austin's Congress Avenue Bridge is home to about 1.5 million Mexican free-tailed bats. This is the largest urban bat colony in the world and one of the largest Mexican free-tailed bat colonies in North America.

Go tubing the San Marcos River. There is no more quintessentially Central Texan thing than enjoying, floating down the river. McKinney Falls State Park, A 744 acre state park located in southeast Austin is rich in local history. The Town Lake has hike and bike trails. Tour a big loop around Town Lake, enjoy the beautiful scenery. Mt. Bonnell, the third-highest point in Austin city limits at 780 feet. Several trails make for pleasant short hikes and points to experience incredible views of Town Lake and the city.

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