Austin Nature & Science Center is a renowned destination that combines the wonders of nature with the excitement of scientific discovery. Located in Austin, Texas, the center offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore and appreciate the beauty and complexity of the natural world. With a variety of exhibits and interactive displays, Austin Nature & Science Center aims to inspire curiosity and foster a deeper understanding of the environment and its inhabitants. From studying animals and fossils to observing birds of prey and digging in sand pits, there are countless experiences to engage both children and adults alike. Moreover, the center welcomes donations to support its mission of education and conservation. Whether you're a nature enthusiast or simply looking for an educational outing, Austin Nature & Science Center promises an unforgettable experience that celebrates the wonders of the natural world.
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Beautiful nature & science center!!-- AND there's an awesome trail (or two!) to hike behind the birds of prey area!! It's a win win win. I don't know if we were supposed to pay!? I didn't see anything. They do take donations. Bathrooms are clean. Things for small kids to interact with. (Vending machine but no food or drink for sale) Peaceful park. Dino dig area for smaller kids to dig for "fossils". Beautiful park. And do that riverbed hike (moderate to difficult) behind the birds of prey area. Bring water. Have fun!!! Hope to go back when kiddo is even bigger one day.
My son loves it!! Great for families and children. Would definitely recommend it. Free to the public. They have a Dino dig pit, where the children can dig for Dino “bones”. They have a animal exhibits, a lot of educational interactive activities. They have a pond were you can catch fish and release of course. Over all a great experience would definitely recommend and come back.
The area is very clean and it has many birds and animals in it. Not only that, it includes a small playground for kids while also having many cool things in the buildings. I would most definitely recommend this at some point.
This is such a fabulous and free nature and science center in Austin!
There were tons of hands-on activities for kids as well as exhibits suited for all ages.
You’ll spend about an hour here (or more if you explore the trails). I could definitely recommend to anyone thinking about visiting.
They also offer free parking under the bridge.
Fun place to see wildlife and the science behind it! They had birds of prey, honeybees, a dino sand pit, animal skeletons, and a nice walk around a pond!
A wonderful place to visit to see the natural side of Austin, perfect for kids and adults who love nature! There are multiple exhibits along the pond; insects, reptiles, birds, and local animals. You can also learn about all the native trees and flowers with beautiful gardens around every turn.
There is free parking across the street and free to visit with donations coving the operating costs. In the main building, you can find restrooms and a discovery area with rocks, fossils, and multiple animal information stations.
Nice calm and relaxing place for visit, not as we expected as a scienze museum but I outside is exciting to see birds and some other animals as well. For sure in the summer it schools even more beautiful to see all the blooming trees! Recommend who loves science, nature and quite places.
What a great spot for kids and adults! Nice paths, lots of signage, cool birds, a bobcat, turtles, and lots of different trees and flowers. Even with school field trips, it was a relaxing area. The staff were super friendly and helpful, one even providing a bit of info on some of their owls while she tended to them.
Parking is free but across the street, under the highway in a dirt lot. After a short hike, you get to the main building. The cost is cheap, but hopefully you feel compelled to donate more to help with their operating costs and improvement plans. There are a couple exhibits in the building, restrooms, and a discovery area (different rocks, fossils, small animal skeletons, etc). Outside, there are several play/picnic areas. Lots of benches on the trails, many in the shade. Simply a great place to spend a day.
Location
2389 Stratford Dr, Austin, TX 78746, United States
Hours
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Monday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Tuesday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Wednesday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Thursday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Friday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Saturday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Sunday
12:00 PM - 05:00 PM
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