After a bit of a dip in the summer heat this July, we’re back into the mid to high-90s and a nice swim in cool water is sounding pretty essential right now. If you’re wondering which public pools are open around Austin, we have you …
Ready for a swim? The City of Austin Aquatic Division operates 44 facilities ready to cool you down — including seven regional pools, three community pools, 21 neighborhood pools, Barton Springs Pool, and 11 splash pads, and also offers youth and adult swim lessons. Many …
There’s just a little over a month left of summer vacation before school begins again in most ATX area districts, so we’re here with our Ultimate Guide to Summer to help you make the most of it! When you inevitably hear “I’m bored!” echoing in …
If you’re looking for an awesome, water-filled outing with the family, take a trip to Volente Beach Resort just a short drive from Central Austin on Lake Travis. This waterpark is small — and wonderful — and uses lake water for its pools and waterslides. …
What better way to relax and cool down than floating down a lazy river? We’re big fans of taking it easy on an oversized tube float, so we did a little research on where to find lazy rivers in the Austin area. From water parks …
Having a getaway to look forward to is always a welcomed escape from day-to-day life. Central Texas boasts some amazing resorts with children’s amenities galore — lazy rivers, water slides, s’mores by the fire, day camp activities, horse rides, and more. Here’s a list of …
Texas beaches might just be the perfect driveable vacation destination! From the quiet expanses of Mustang Island to the liveliness of South Padre Island, here is your overview of Texas Beaches to hit up this summer. — Boca Chica Beach Drive from Austin: 6 hours …
With all the end-of-school-year mayhem behind us, it’s time to breathe a sigh of relief and welcome in summer. Here’s your list of June Family Events to enjoy in Austin. Don’t forget to check out our Ultimate Guide to Summer for even more ideas of …
From boating to camping, dining with sunset views, and even zip lining, Lake Travis offers a fun range of water activities. Here’s a list of some of our favorites. Top picks for activities to do on Lake Travis — Travel the Water by Kayak or …
Nothing beats the relaxed feeling of a beach vacation. But when there’s no time or budget to head to the coast, you can improvise right here in the Austin area. Just use a little imagination and these local destinations will give you those beachy vibes. …
Do512 Family is all about what to do in Austin with kids. We love to be out and about in Austin and are always looking for fun things to do with the family.