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Austin Central Library (Children's Area)

Austin Public Library

Austin's flagship downtown library with a large children's area. Parking garage on West Ave: first hour free.

Babies–12 yrsFreeDowntownMon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM; Fri 9 AM–5 PM; Sat 10 AM–5 PM; Sun noon–5 PMIndoor
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Austin's flagship downtown library with a large children's area. Parking garage on West Ave: first hour free.

Ages
Babies–12 yrs
Price
Free
Hours
Sat 10 AM–5 PM; Sun 12–5 PM; Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM; Fri 9 AM–5 PM
When
Sat 10 AM–5 PM; Sun 12–5 PM; Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM; Fri 9 AM–5 PM
Days
Saturday, Sunday, Weekdays
Setting
Indoor
Where
710 W. César Chávez St., Austin, TX 78701Downtown · 78701
Open in Maps library.austintexas.gov

Good to know

  • Parking

    paid

  • Typical hours

    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM; Fri 9 AM–5 PM; Sat 10 AM–5 PM; Sun noon–5 PM

  • Season

    All Austin Public Library locations close for city holidays — 2026 remaining: Nov 11 (Veterans Day), Nov 25 closes 5 PM, Nov 26–27, Dec 23 closes 5 PM, Dec 24–25, Dec 31 closes 5 PM, Jan 1, 2027.

Parent tips

  • Underground garage (entrance on West Ave, 140 spaces) is free for the first hour, then $5 up to 2 hours; parking is not validated. If full, try City Hall garage.
  • Café Crème is now inside the library if you need a snack break.

Details come from the organizer's public website. Times and prices change — please verify before visiting. Last checked Oct 26, 2026. Source

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