Zilker Park
(512) 974-6700
2100 Barton Springs Rd
Austin,
TX
78746
30.2658
-97.7662
Neighborhoods: Barton Hills, South Lamar
What People Are Saying About Zilker Park
The Editor
Joshua Hinsdale
Citysearch
In Short
Just a stone's throw from downtown, this is the place for hiking, canoeing, picnicking and more outdoor activities. Kites color the sky at the annual kite festival and little goblins trick-or-treat around the grounds on Halloween. At Christmas, walk the Trail of Lights or take a spin under the famous Zilker Tree. Sports enthusiasts enjoy sand volleyball courts and soccer and rugby fields. The Botanical Gardens offer walking paths and the beautiful Taniguchi Oriental Garden.
User Reviews
travia
May 08, 2006
The only problem I have with Zilker is that the playground is extremely small for such a large park not to mention the abundance of traffic.The park doesn't have a seesaws, not enough swings, merry go round etc... While I've noticed that most parks have done away with the things mentioned above it seems that there would be other things in place of them. I do love that they have an operating train for the kids and beautiful scenery which almost makes up for the flaws noted.
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nathanstull_citysearch
January 05, 2004
I like how you can do pretty much everything here: hike, bike, swim, play sports, barbecue, ride a train--you name it. It's also the perfect spot to park your car and jump on the Lake Austin trail.
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lwoo
June 27, 2002
This park has many activities to choose from. Go for a swim at Barton Springs, rent a canoe on Town Lake or check out the Botanical Gardens. There is no way to get bored. It's a popular place so make sure to get out their early on the weekends to get a good spot and parking.
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The Extras:
Ride through the park aboard the Zilker Zephyr; weather permitting. It operates year-round, seven days a week. Or rent a canoe at Zilker Park Boat Rentals.
Know Before You Go:
The north side of Zilker Park makes a great starting point for a walk on the Town Lake Hike and Bike Trail.
When to Go:
The Zilker Hillside Theater hosts evening music, dance and theater performances.
Look Good:
The Zilker Christmas tree is illuminated the first Sunday of December and the Trail of Lights starts the second Sunday of the month.
