Austin attractions for the culture lover

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Years ago, the city was known for little other than its eclectic music scene, but today there are a host of Austin attractions that should definitely feature on your itinerary if you want to explore its culture and heritage. From … Read more

Years ago, the city was known for little other than its eclectic music scene, but today there are a host of Austin attractions that should definitely feature on your itinerary if you want to explore its culture and heritage. From the mammoth granite structure of the Texas State Capitol (the largest state capitol building in the U.S.) and a similar three-storey structure housing the Texas State History Museum, to the culturally rich Harry Ransom Center that displays articles as diverse as Scarlett O'Hara's dresses and Jack Kerouac's notebook, and a treasure trove of European art at the Blanton Museum—there’s enough to explore in the city. Read less