Austin Nature & Science Center

Austin Parks and Recreation

Free nature center in Zilker with animal exhibits, trails and the Nature Exchange trading counter.

Babies–12 yrsFreeZilker / Barton SpringsMon–Sat 9 AM–5 PM; Sun noon–5 PM. Trade Counter Wed–Fri 10 AM–1 PM, Sat 10 AM–4 PM, Sun 1–4 PM.Indoor & outdoor

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Free nature center in Zilker with animal exhibits, trails and the Nature Exchange trading counter.

Ages: Babies–12 yrs
Price: Free admission
Hours: Mon–Sat 9 AM–5 PM; Sun 12–5 PM. Trading counter: Wed–Fri 10–1, Sat 10–4, Sun 1–4
When: Mon–Sat 9 AM–5 PM; Sun 12–5 PM. Trading counter: Wed–Fri 10–1, Sat 10–4, Sun 1–4
Days: Saturday, Sunday, Weekdays
Setting: Indoor & outdoor
Where: 2389 Stratford Dr., Austin, TX 78746Zilker / Barton Springs · 78746

Open in Maps austintexas.gov

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Restrooms
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Parking
free
Typical hours
Mon–Sat 9 AM–5 PM; Sun noon–5 PM. Trade Counter Wed–Fri 10 AM–1 PM, Sat 10 AM–4 PM, Sun 1–4 PM.
Accessibility
Accessible parking spaces near the main entrance off 2389 Stratford Dr connect to an ADA-compliant entry sidewalk.

Parent tips

Free admission. Park in the lot under MoPac at 2389 Stratford Dr and cross Stratford to the entrance.
Bring a found rock, shell or feather — kids can trade nature items at the Trade Counter. No pets allowed.

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