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Austin Nature & Science Center

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★ 4.7 (401) on Google ↗

Free city-run nature center on the west edge of Zilker with a dino dig pit, live rescued raptors and reptiles, and trails leading to the Barton Creek Greenbelt.

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Neighborhood
Zilker & Barton Springs · South
Address
2389 Stratford Dr, Austin, TX 78746
Hours
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Website
austintexas.gov/department/austin-nature-science-center
Price
Free
Best time
Spring
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