Austin suburbs are definitely among some of the greatest places to raise a family! The Austin metro area includes some amazing, award-winning small cities and fantastic neighborhoods full of kid-friendly amenities, parks, play spaces, great restaurants, and some with a bit of that small-town-charm just moments from the big city.
Do512 has enlisted the help of a handful of parents, our Family Field Experts, share some of their top favorite things to do outside of the city limits. Take a look at what they love best about their communities, and make plans to check out some of these great spots when you’re exploring different parts of the Austin area.
Family Fun in the Austin Metro Area
— Round Rock: Amber Martinez-Vasquez says you can’t miss playtime in Play for All Park, grabbing giant donuts from Round Rock Donuts, checking out the Chisolm Trail Crossing Park and exploring downtown. Read more top picks for Round Rock!
— Georgetown: Jess Kilbane loves taking picnics to the Historic Georgetown Square, visiting Blue Hole and Sweet Eats Fruit Farm, playing a round of mini-golf at Centex, and more! Read all about family fun in Georgetown, TX.
Georgetown Square, photo credit: Jess Kilbane
— Pflugerville: Amber Martinez-Vasquez gives us the scoop on Lake Pflugerville Park, Wilbarger Creek Park, Duck Donuts, and more! Read all about what to do in Pflugerville!
Lake Pflugerville, photo credit: Heidi Okla
— Bee Cave: Robin Schuler shares info about taking her kiddos to Bee Cave Central Park & Library, the Hill Country Galleria, and the Bee Cave Sculpture Park. Read all about family life in Bee Cave!
Feeding the ducks in Bee Cave, photo credit: Robin Schuler
— Leander: Joanna Balisacan loves taking her three kids to Lakewood Park, Robin Bledsoe Park, and Casa Costa Bake Shop for treats! Read about some favorite spots in Leander!
Lakewood Park, photo credit: Joanna Balisacan
— Buda & Kyle: Shenika Mays says when you head south, you’ll want to check out Stagecoach Park, EVO Entertainment, 5 Mile Dam Park, and more! Read about these kid-friendly places in Buda & Kyle!
Stagecoach Park; photo by @maysfamilytravels
— Cedar Park: Jess Kilbane gives us the lowdown on riding the Austin Steam Train, visiting indoor waterpark Splash Shack, checking out a live show at H-E-B Center at Cedar Park, ice skating at The Crossover, and outdoor fun at Brushy Creek Lake Park. Find out more about kids activities in Cedar Park!
Riding the rails with Austin Steam Train; photo credit: Mays Family Travels
— Lago Vista: Joanna Baliscan recommends at visit to Arkansas Bend Park as well as Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge and offers some suggested places to get great brisket and fresh produce. Read about family fun in Lago Vista!
Paddling on Lake Travis at Arkansas Bend; photo by Joanna Balisacan
What other Austin suburbs would you like to learn more about?
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