CHEAT SHEET: AUSTIN’S GUIDE FOR LITTLES
Whether you call Austin home or you’re here on vacation, enjoying the Texas Capital with your family means entertaining the little ones, too. From restaurants and activities to parks and museums, we’ve curated a list of kid-friendly spots around town that all ages will love!
PARKS
Unlike other urban centers, Austin is a unique combination of city and nature. No matter what part of town you’re in, you are never too far from a playground or green space for your kids to explore!
ALLIANCE CHILDREN’S GARDEN
1000 Barton Springs Rd., Austin, TX 78704
WATERLOO GREENWAY PARK
500 E 12th St., Austin, TX 78701
PEASE PARK
Kingsbury St., Austin, TX 78703
RAMSEY PARK
4301 Rosedale Ave., Austin, TX 78756
MUELLER LAKE PARK
4550 Mueller Blvd., Austin, TX 78723
EMMA LONG METROPOLITAN PARK
1600 City Park Rd., Austin, TX 78730
REED PARK
2614 Pecos St., Austin, TX 78703
LAKEWAY CITY PARK
02 Hurst Creek Rd., Lakeway, TX 78734
LADY BIRD JOHNSON CENTER *Editors Pick
4801 La Crosse Ave., Austin, TX 78739
PLAY FOR ALL ABILITIES
151 N A W Grimes Blvd., Round Rock, TX 78664
INDOOR ACTIVITIES
When Austin’s weather forces you inside, there is still fun to be had! Perfect for a rainy day or those afternoons when you want to escape the Texas heat, these indoor activities are perfect for keeping little ones entertained!
AUSTIN AQUARIUM
13530 US-183 Hwy #101, Austin, TX 78750
THINKERY *Editor’s Pick
1830 Simond Ave., Austin, TX 78723
MUSEUM OF ICE CREAM
11506 Century Oaks Ter. #128, Austin, TX 78758
AUSTIN PUBLIC LIBRARY
Multiple locations
ALTITUDE TRAMPOLINE PARK
6800 West Gate Blvd., Austin, TX 78745
RESTAURANTS WITH PLAYGROUNDS +/OR PATIOS
Dining with kids doesn’t have to be stressful! Explore the local food scene at these family-friendly Austin eateries that you and your littles are sure to love.
MATTS EL RANCHO
2613 S Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 78704
PATRIZI’S *Editor’s Pick
Vortex location: 2307 Manor Rd., Austin, TX 78722
Cuernavaca location: 1705 Cuernavaca Dr., Austin, TX 78733
HAT CREEK
Multiple locations
PHIL’S ICEHOUSE
Multiple locations
TOSS PIZZERIA
2901 S 1st St., Austin, TX 78704
11905 Bee Caves Rd. #100, Austin, TX 78738
LITTLEFIELD’S
2401 Winsted Ln., Austin, TX 78722
EASY TIGER
Multiple locations
BRENTWOOD SOCIAL HOUSE
1601 West Koenig Ln., Austin, TX 78756
THE HIVE
10542 Menchaca Rd., Austin, TX 78748
OZ. TAP HOUSE
10601 Ranch Rd 2222. Ste H, Austin, TX 78730
BREWERIES
Austinites know a thing or two about craft beer, which means there is no shortage of breweries that are perfect for you and your family! With plenty of space for your littles to play, you’ll be stree-free while you enjoy a frosty pint or two of Austin’s finest brews.
DREAMLAND PLAYGROUND *Editor’s Pick
2770 W Hwy 290, Dripping Spring, TX 78620
BEERBURG BREWING
13476 Fitzhugh Rd., Austin, TX 78736
FRONTYARD BREWING
4514 Bob Wire Rd., Spicewood, TX 78669
INFAMOUS BREWING
4602 Weletka Dr., Austin, TX 78734
MEANWHILE BEER
3901 Promontory Point Dr., Austin, TX 78744
AUSTIN BEERWORKS
3001 Industria Ter., Austin, TX 78758
FUN & UNIQUE
Austin is known for being unique and so is the fun you’ll have while you’re here! Kid-friendly and loved by locals, these activities are the perfect way to keep your littles busy.
KK’S ART CLUB *Editor’s Pick
7913 Tusman Dr., Austin, TX 78735
THE NEST
8907 Bee Caves Rd. #104, Austin, TX 78746
THE FIELDHOUSE AT THE CROSSOVER
1717 Scottsdale Dr. Suite 170, Leander, TX 78641
ROUND ROCK EXPRESS
400 E Palm Valley Blvd., Round Rock, TX 78665
PETER PAN MINI-GOLF
1207 Barton Springs Rd., Austin, TX 78704
BUTLER PITCH & PUTT
201 Lee Barton Dr., Austin, TX 78704
AUSTIN ROWING DOCK: KAYAK & CANOE ON LADY BIRD LAKE
2418 Stratford Dr., Austin, TX 78746
OUR FAVORITE ACCOUNTS TO FOLLOW
Gain some valuable insight from local Austin moms, and get some great ideas for fun in Austin that the whole family will love!
@SECRETSOFAWORKINGMOM *Editor’s Pick
@CHANDLERHATCHETT *Editor’s Pick
