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Zilker Park and Barton Springs Pool
NatureVisit: ~150 minFree
Municipal park of about 350 acres on the banks of the Colorado River, donated to the city by Andrew Jackson Zilker in 1918. Its jewel is Barton Springs Pool, a natural spring-fed pool of about three acres, with water at 20-21 degrees all year and home to the Barton Springs salamander, an endangered species. There are meadows, trails and views of the Austin skyline.
Add it to your trip on Wanloria →Things to do at Zilker Park and Barton Springs Pool: 2 missions
- Take a dip in the waters of Barton SpringsEnter the natural spring pool and swim for a few minutes or simply wade in up to your knees. Check the constant temperature of the water.
- Look for the meadow with a view of the Austin skylineWalk across the park's great central meadow until you find a spot from which the city-centre skyscrapers show above the trees.
Near Zilker Park and Barton Springs Pool
Willie Nelson Statue2.9 km awayCongress Avenue Bridge and its bats3.0 km awayParamount Theatre3.2 km awayCathedral of Santa María3.6 km awayBarton Creek Greenbelt3.9 km awayBullock Texas State History Museum4.1 km away
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to visit Zilker Park and Barton Springs Pool?
Visiting Zilker Park and Barton Springs Pool is free.
How much time do you need for Zilker Park and Barton Springs Pool?
Allow about 2 h 30 min for the visit.
Source: Web oficial - Ciudad de Austin