Austin Meeting Planner & Destination Guide 2008

GROUP TOUR PLANNING Select from one of Austin’s many downtown restaurants for a noontime meal or bring a picnic lunch to enjoy in Zilker Park. Suggestions available. Texas State Cemetery — Stroll quietly through the final resting place of Stephen F. Austin, Governor Ann Richards, Barbara Jordan, James Michener and other distinguished Texans. Suggested time: 1 hour. Free attraction. Zilker Botanical Gardens — Wander through the naturally beautiful Zilker Botanical Gardens, a 22-acre hideaway featuring a variety of gardens, pioneer cabins and dinosaur tracks. Suggested time: 1 hour. Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center — This 284-acre native plant botanical garden is dedicated to preserving and re-establishing native plants. Hike in the meadow, tour the Butterfly Garden, picnic in the shade, bird watch, snap photos or shop for souvenirs. Suggested Time: 1 hour. Docents available. Cypress Valley Canopy Tours — This thrilling eco-adventure allows you to fly through the canopy of old growth cypress trees, some up to 100 feet tall. Soar through the trees, harnessed in climbing gear, for an exciting look at Texas Hill Country nature from a completely new perspective. After your canopy zip tour, enjoy a picnic and swimming at a private lake. DAY 3 Texas Governor’s Mansion — Step inside the stunning official residence for the First Family of Texas since 1856. Tours available on a limited basis. Suggested Time: 1 hour. Guided tour required. Free admission. Call for reservations at least one business day in advance. Austin City Limits Studio — Visit Studio 6B, home to the longest running live music program on television — Austin City Limits. The list of artists who have appeared on the show is legendary; now is your chance to see backstage, where it all takes place. Suggested time: 1 hour. Guided tours and advanced notice required. Free public tours available on Friday mornings. Umlauf Sculpture Garden — View an extensive selection of sculpture at the Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum, containing more than 130 works by the late Charles Umlauf. Suggested time: 1 hour. Docents available. Devour mouth-watering Texas barbecue at The Salt Lick, Stubb’s or County Line restaurants. Make sure to take in live Texas music. For additional options, go to the Activities & Attractions or Day Trips Worth The Drive sections. Visit www.austintexas.org for expanded itineraries and other CVB services including online RFP for accommodations. Top Left: Austin has a number of well-known murals. Bottom Left: The Texas State Cemetery. Bottom Right: Outdoor shopping in the Texas Hill Country. ©Richard Cummins, ©Weaver/Denise Chambers, ©Weaver/Andrea Golod 66 AUSTIN CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU http://www.austintexas.org

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