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Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #7 of 199 attractions in Austin

Established by the former first lady and the late Helen Hayes to preserve native North American plants, this garden of wildflowers is set on 42 acres and open to the public for touring.

Attraction type: Nature center; Garden; Other
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Congress Avenue Bridge
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #20 of 199 attractions in Austin

The Austin bridge is where nearly 1.5 million bats live.

Attraction type: Bridge
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Austin Zoo
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #44 of 199 attractions in Austin

Zoo in Austin featuring many animals.

Attraction type: Nature reserve; Zoo
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Westcave Preserve
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #56 of 199 attractions in Austin

A fragile ecosystem with diverse landscapes and temperatures: a park so delicate that it can only accommodate 30 visitors a day.

Attraction type: Nature reserve
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Austin Nature & Science Center
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #70 of 199 attractions in Austin

Donations only, so give what you can, as there is no set admission fee.  Great little zoo area with local animals.  Water area (creek) that they are in the process of beautifying.  The highlight is...

Attraction type: Nature center
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Wild Basin Preserve
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #81 of 199 attractions in Austin

Home to two species of endangered birds, golden-cheeked warbler and the black-capped vireo.

Attraction type: Nature reserve; Other
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City of Austin Nature Preserves
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #84 of 199 attractions in Austin

Beautiful woods and caves protected by the city of Austin.

Attraction type: Nature reserve
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