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Austin Visitor Center

209 E. Sixth Street
Austin, Texas 78701

(512) 478-0098
(866) GO AUSTIN, (866) 462-8784
www.austintexas.org

Introduction

Despite its status as the capital of Texas, Austin is far from the state's largest city. Still, many Texans consider it the best place to live in the Lone Star State. This opinion is shared by many Americans outside Texas, and Austin ranks high on many national lists of the best places to live. If it's sometimes hard for Austin to live up to its reputation, it remains a place where creativity and maverick thinking are valued.... More

Features

Swim in the constant 68-degree waters of Barton Springs Pool, a spring-fed swimming hole in Zilker Park. Voted the "Best Swimming Hole in Texas." ... View Details

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