All nature & natural history museums and attractions to visit in Austin

Austin (Texas) has a lot to offer for people that like animals, plants and anything else related to nature and its history. Below we list all 6 nature and natural history museums that are located in Austin.

Is nature and the natural world something that interests you and are you looking for the best nature museums to visit in Austin? These are the ones:

  1. Austin Aquarium1

    Austin Aquarium

     Austin, TX
    The Austin Aquarium, a for-profit institution, is situated in Austin, Texas, United States. It was officially opened to the public on December 12, 2013. The aquarium offers a unique opportunity for visitors to explore a diverse range of aquatic life.
  2. Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum2

    Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum

     Austin, TX
    The Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum, often referred to as the UMLAUF, is a unique combination of a museum and an outdoor sculpture garden. The main focus of the museum is on the artistic creations of the renowned American sculptor Charles Umlauf. The museum is a testament to Umlauf's artistic prowess and offers visitors a chance to explore his diverse range of works.
  3. Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center3

    Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center

     Austin, TX
    The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, located 10 miles southwest of downtown Austin, is the state botanical garden and arboretum of Texas. It is home to more than 900 species of native Texas plants in both garden and natural settings. The center is dedicated to inspiring the conservation of native plants and promoting the environmental benefits of native plant landscapes. It is also home to the most comprehensive native plant database in the U.S.
  4. Zilker Botanical Garden4

    Zilker Botanical Garden

     Austin, TX
    The Zilker Botanical Garden, located in Austin, Texas, is a 31-acre botanical garden that specializes in local plants. This expansive garden is situated in a region with varied topography on the southern bank of the Colorado River, close to downtown Austin. The garden was established as a non-profit organization in 1955 and serves as the central hub of Zilker Park.
  5. Austin Zoo5

    Austin Zoo

     Austin, TX
    Austin Zoo is a non-profit rescue zoo situated in the southwestern unincorporated Travis County, Texas, to the west of Austin. As a rescue zoo, it provides a safe haven for a variety of animals, making it a unique destination for animal lovers and conservation enthusiasts.
  6. Austin Nature & Science Center6

    Austin Nature & Science Center

     Austin, TX
    Amazing venue that lets the kids to get literally hands on the exhibits to learn about the nature and its history. Free entrance.