Seeing those Texas bluebonnets pop up around Austin is such an exciting sign of spring. Every year, from March to early April, Central Texans flock to their favorite fields to find our state flower, the bluebonnet. If you’re ready to get out there and snap …
This is your guide to figuring out where to camp in Austin. See how far it is, how much it is and what is offered at each campsite.
Want to frolic in fields of flowers? You can pick colorful zinnias this spring and sunflowers this summer, or choose fresh-cut bouquets from one of these many pretty flower farms within a short drive of Austin! Here’s where you can plan a beautiful bloom-filled day …
When you think about visiting medieval castles, Texas might not be the first place to come to mind. However, there are a handful of amazing castles in Central Texas that wow with a European grandeur. Some you can rent and live like royalty for a …
The Austin metro area is packed with opportunities for interesting family field trips, memorable adventures, and many places to explore the natural beauty of Central Texas. If you’re looking for motivation to get out and about, here are 50 Ideas for Fun Things to Do …
When we think of spring break and summer, water parks and amusement parks are some of the first things that come to mind. We have so many attractions within driving distance from Austin and you can pick how big you want to go. Just want …
Let’s be honest: we may be adults, but there’s something about the ice cream truck jingle that still inspires us to break out into a full-on sprint down the street. It’s not even our fault: the reaction to the instrumental version of “Pop Goes the Weasel” is practically Pavlovian, and if there’s one thing that’s going to inspire most of us to engage in any sort of cardio, honestly, it’s probably ice cream. Oh, and the kids love it too.
One of our favorite day trips is back again this spring! The Sherwood Forest Faire begins March 1 and is open every weekend through April 20. This Medieval-themed Faire is packed with merriment and features more than 150 live performances per day and more than …
Mini-golf is such a wholesome family activity and a spring and summer staple. No matter if you’re good at putt-putt, or just out there giving it your best, it’s great bonding time for the fam. Here’s where you can score a (potential) hole-in-one in Austin. …
It feels like spring in Austin and you know what that means — it’s Sno Cone Season! According to our unofficial kid-tested research, we’re not surprised to report the top pick for sno cones is rainbow flavor, i.e., anything that mixes a ton of syrup …
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.