Hamilton Pool is a gorgeous natural gem located just a short 45-minute drive from Austin to Dripping Springs, but its breathtaking beauty makes you feel like you’re so far from home. This fascinating recreation destination features a collapsed grotto with beautiful blue-green water, surrounded by …
Repurposed for the ATX 2023 Freeze to entertain your kids at home! At the beginning of the pandemic, we reached out to local organizations, experts, and cultural institutions to gather some great tips and hands-on suggestions for keeping the kids busy and entertained at home. …
The Mueller neighborhood of central Austin boasts a ton of great amenities including parks, trails, great farmers’ market, proximity to the Thinkery, etc., and their latest public space will have your kids begging to get rolling on over. A new skate park and cycle pump …
Located just 13 miles from the Capitol, McKinney Falls State Park can seem worlds away from the hustle and bustle of our growing city. This State Park offers camping, hiking, mountain and road biking, geocaching, bouldering, fishing, swimming, and picnicking. Onion Creek forms most of …
Austin suburbs are definitely among some of the greatest places to live, and family-friendly Round Rock is packed with fantastic neighborhoods, great parks, restaurants and attractions. Our Do512 Family Field Expert Amber Martinez-Vasquez, known on social media as Amber Takes Austin, shares 5 of her …
Turtle Pond can be found just north of the UT Tower. (Check out the campus map for reference). The pond has been a favorite spot since it was built in 1939, around the same time as construction of the UT Tower. It is home to …
When we’re looking for a fun activity for the whole family, we love going to Epic Fun, located in Southwest Austin’s Oak Hill Plaza. This bright and spacious family entertainment center is focused on active fun for kids, teens and adults — from climbing walls …
One of our editor’s go-to spots for free fun has always been the Austin Nature and Science Center (ANSC), located on the western edge of Zilker Park. It appeals to all ages from toddlers to adults, and it’s a great place to take the family …
If you grew up in Austin or have a child in elementary school, chances are you’ve been on a field trip to Crowe’s Nest Farm. We just love this charming 100-acre working farm and animal sanctuary located just a short drive to Manor, Texas. At …
Pastel, neon, or fuchsia, too — is pink a favorite hue for you? Does a mix of red and white, give your senses pure delight? If you or your kids simply love pink, there are many places in Austin where you can surround yourself with …
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.