Austin has so many picturesque spots and beautiful places to enjoy the day with the family on a blanket under the blue sky. It could be a place as simple as the neighborhood park or even places surrounded by nature where you could also enjoy some learning afterward! Check out our top picks for places to enjoy a picnic with kids in Austin.
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1100 Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78701
Texas State Capitol
Texas Capitol is located in the heart of Austin and it provides plenty of space for a picnic and for kids to run around and play! Enjoy lunch under the shade of a tree, or with the view of one of the best architectural gems in Austin.2
3505 W 35th St, Austin, TX 78703
Mayfield Park and Nature Preserve
Imagine being with your kids enjoying a nice picnic surrounded by gardens and ponds, and suddenly, you see a peacock walking around. This is a total possible scenario if you choose Mayfield Park for your picnic!3
2100 Barton Springs Rd., Austin
Zilker Park
Zilker Park has plenty of green space to choose from for your perfect picnic! You will get to enjoy city views, as well as 351 acres of land for running, biking, enjoying gardens, trails, and so much more!4
9117 Anderson Mill Rd, Austin
Springwoods Park
This amazing park has it all! Tennis courts, walking trail, a great playground, picnic tables, restrooms and it’s very spacious so kids will run around for hours!5
900 W. Riverside Dr.
Auditorium Shores at Town Lake Metropolitan Park
Having a picnic here is one of the best ideas! You can enjoy lunch on the green grass and combine it with some kayaking at the lake or other physical activities such as jogging. You can stay for one of the many popular free music events!6
3809 W 35th St.
Laguna Gloria
Have a picnic with views of Lake Austin, magical sculptures, and gardens. Afterward, you can visit The Contemporary Austin museum and art school for some educational fun time!7
3830 Brushy Creek Rd, Cedar Park, TX 78613
Champion Park
Champion Park is a favorite when it comes to kids: it has a covered children’s play area with castings of dinosaur bones to discover, an amazing playscape, swings, and more! You can enjoy lunch on the picnic tables or in the covered picnic pavilions with built-in grills!8
1100 Kingsbury St, Austin, TX 78703
Pease District Park
Pease Park is the perfect place for picnics, recreation, art, nature walks, and family fun! You will find a playground for the little ones, as well as a splash pad, basketball courts, and so much more!9
4550 Mueller Blvd.
Mueller Lake Park
There is nothing better for a picnic with the family than some green areas, a lake where you can feed the ducks, and play structures for the kids! Mueller Lake Park is the perfect destination for a family fun time in the outdoors.10
4801 La Crosse Ave, Austin, TX 78739
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
If you were in the mood for a picnic surrounded by nature, this is the right choice. You’ll be amazed by the 284 acres of cultivated gardens, an arboretum, natural areas, caves, and so much more!11
1600 City Park Rd, Austin, TX 78730
Emma Long Metropolitan Park
One of the largest parks in Austin and a great place for a picnic! It features swimming spots, barbecue pits, and plenty of space for kids to run around enjoying the fresh air!12
4301 Rosedale Ave, Austin
Ramsey Neighborhood Park
This park offers a swimming pool during the summer months, tennis courts, a toddler playground as well as a regular playground, a basketball court, a baseball diamond, and picnic areas with barbecue facilities!13
2029 McCloskey St, Austin, TX 78723
Ella Wooten Park
Ella Wooten Park is a nice place for a family outing. You will find shaded picnic areas, a playscape, an open lawn, a sports court, a great pool for the summertime, and more!14
5808 McKinney Falls Pkwy
McKinney Falls State Park
If you want to go a little further, head over to McKinney Falls State Park and enjoy a unique picnic day! You can enjoy a day hiking and admiring nature, or stay overnight in the camping area!15
111 Sandra Muraida Way
