What is Austin Like for Family-Friendly Vacations?

If you're looking for the ideal family-friendly vacation destination, you may want to consider Austin. Here you'll find a variety of family activities sure to appeal to both kids and adults alike. From the live music to the festivals, Austin has lots of things to see and do that everyone will enjoy. Spend a day checking out attractions like Sixth Street, Texas State Capitol and Frank Erwin Center. When it's time to relax after a day of sightseeing with the family, Austin has a variety of places to stay, such as family hotels with swimming pools and hotels with suites for families. You can pick from 555 Austin accommodations to find one you and the family will appreciate.

What Are Some of the Best Hotels in Austin?

Top hotel picks in and around Austin:

Fairmont Austin

4-star hotel with outdoor pool, near Austin Convention Center

• • 5 restaurants • 2 bars • Spa tub • 24-hour fitness center • Central location

Omni Austin Hotel at Southpark

4-star hotel with outdoor pool, near St. Edward's University

• • Free parking • Free WiFi • 2 restaurants • Spa • Central location

Omni Austin Hotel

4-star hotel with outdoor pool, near Paramount Theater

• • Restaurant • 24-hour fitness center • Rooftop terrace • Bar • Central location

Aloft Austin Downtown

City-center hotel, steps from Sixth Street

• • Free WiFi • 2 restaurants • 2 bars • Fitness center • Walkable location

The Westin Austin Downtown

4-star hotel with outdoor pool, near Sixth Street

• • Free WiFi • Restaurant • 2 bars • 24-hour fitness center • Central location

What Should I See and Do with Kids in Austin?

You'll find that Austin and the surrounding area provides lots of interesting things to do while you're in town with the kids. Here are some recommendations to make your stay both educational and lots of fun:

Parks
• • Lady Bird Lake
• • Zilker Park
• • Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center

Museums & Art Galleries
• • Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum
• • Blanton Museum of Art
• • LBJ Presidential Library

Sights & Landmarks
• • Sixth Street
• • Texas State Capitol
• • Frank Erwin Center

Food & Drink
• • Franklin Barbecue
• • Bouldin Creek Cafe
• • Home Slice Pizza