Harry Ransom Center (HRC) is one of The 11 Best Museums in Austin.

1. Harry Ransom Center (HRC)

9.0
University of Texas at Austin (300 West 21st Street), Austin, TX
Museum · University of Texas-Austin · 25 tips and reviews

Stephanie R.Stephanie R.: Really awesome exhibit space! #makinggwtw was so interesting and had so much to see

CultureMap AustinCultureMap Austin: Make sure to check out old locks Edgar Allen Poe's hair, as well as the rest of the Poe exhibit. There's even a section dedicated to "The Telltale Heart."

Carla T.Carla Thompson: One of the Guttenberg Bibles is here! Who knew?

The Art School of the Austin Museum of Art - Laguna Gloria is one of The 11 Best Museums in Austin.

2. The Art School of the Austin Museum of Art - Laguna Gloria

8.0
3809 W 35th St, Austin, TX
Museum · Tarrytown · 9 tips and reviews

Nadia S.Nadia Swan: Sculpture is beautiful and a great setting!

Nikon USANikon USA: When photographing at AMOA, don’t forget to utilize a wide angle lens – these are often needed for photographs of larger sculptures or exhibits, as well as the museum itself.

Traci P.Traci P: Keep an eye out for the peacocks here & in the park!

O. Henry House and Museum is one of The 11 Best Museums in Austin.

3. O. Henry House and Museum

7.5
409 E 5th St, Austin, TX
Museum · Downtown Austin · 8 tips and reviews

Jessica J.Jessica Jones: A very charming (and free) museum right in the heart of downtown. The staff is very knowledgeable and can answer any and all questions about O Henry!

Austin American-StatesmanAustin American-Statesman: Cottage home of short-story writer William Sydney Porter (whose pen name was O. Henry) and his family from 1893 to 1895. Museum displays many of the writer's belongings.

CultureMap AustinCultureMap Austin: Ask the staff about the museum's yearly "pun-off."

Neill-Cochran House Museum is one of The 11 Best Museums in Austin.

4. Neill-Cochran House Museum

7.5
2310 San Gabriel St, Austin, TX
Museum · West University · 2 tips and reviews

Social N.Social News Network: If you're on/around campus & feel like exploring, this is right in West Campus, often unnoticed. It has such a cool, diverse history in TX, from a Civil War hospital to a school for the blind & more!

CultureMap AustinCultureMap Austin: The house was built originally for an over-zealous couple that couldn't afford the exorbitant construction costs, and for a time, the Texas Asylum for the Blind moved in.

Bullock Texas State History Museum is one of The 11 Best Museums in Austin.

5. Bullock Texas State History Museum

9.0
1800 Congress Ave (at Martin Luther King Jr Blvd), Austin, TX
History Museum · Downtown Austin · 73 tips and reviews

Wendy K.Wendy Kalthoff: I learn so much every time I come, They have great rotating exhibits. The staff and volunteers are incredibly helpful as well.

Austin American-StatesmanAustin American-Statesman: 'The Story of Texas' museum offers exhibits, theaters, films and interactive computer displays. The museum, which opened in 2001, also has Austin's only IMAX theater.

HISTORYHISTORY: This museum was opened in 2001 and was designed by E. Verner Johnson, the designer of many famous museums in the U.S. $80 Million in bond revenues was donated for the construction of this museum.

Texas Military Forces Museum is one of The 11 Best Museums in Austin.

6. Texas Military Forces Museum

8.2
2200 W 35th St, Austin, TX
History Museum · 16 tips and reviews

Elena O.Elena Overlander: Museum and fun picnic areas with woody trails.

Austin American-StatesmanAustin American-Statesman: Camp Mabry's little-known museum features dozens of tanks, military vehicles, weapons and much more that highlight Texas' involvement in military engagements. Admission to the museum is free.

Brandon C.Brandon Cain: Closed mondays!!

George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center is one of The 11 Best Museums in Austin.

7. George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center

7.9
1165 Angelina St, Austin, TX
History Museum · Central East Austin · 10 tips and reviews

Sharick C.Sharick Crummell: Very touching and informative Museum. Has a beautiful section dedicated to the Juneteenth Commemoration.

BETBET: Dedicated to the collection, preservation & exhibition of African-American historical & cultural material. In honor of Black History, see more African-Americans' accomplishments: http://bet.us/BHM"

Austin American-StatesmanAustin American-Statesman: African American neighborhood history museum features artifacts, community-related photographs, oral histories, videos and archival materials.

Capitol Visitors Center is one of The 11 Best Museums in Austin.

8. Capitol Visitors Center

9.1
112 E 11th St (Congress), Austin, TX
Capitol Building · Downtown Austin · 6 tips and reviews

Shannon J.Shannon Jeropke: Absolutely worth a visit and the gift shop staff are super helpful!!

Peter T.Peter Tsai: You can buy my Austin coffee table photo book "Austin, Texas: A Photographic Portrait" in the Capitol Visitors Center gift shop. 128 pages of photos of Austin landmarks & attractions

TaylorTaylor: In the spherical room where you can see the ceiling of the tower, stand on the star in the center and speak. You have to hear it to believe it!

The Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum is one of The 11 Best Museums in Austin.

9. The Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum

9.0
2313 Red River St (at E Dean Keeton St.), Austin, TX
History Museum · University of Texas-Austin · 48 tips and reviews

Josh A.Josh A: Must do stop for Austinites and highly recommend for tourists. Al about LBJ but usually some cool temporary exhibit. Don't be afraid to learn something!

HISTORYHISTORY: This library was dedicated on May 22nd 1971. Over 45 million pages of documents are located in this museum, some of which were written by LBJ himself.

Austin American-StatesmanAustin American-Statesman: The presidential library for Lyndon B. Johnson includes the presidential archives with millions of documents, and an extensive museum open to the public.

The Blanton Museum of Art is one of The 11 Best Museums in Austin.

10. The Blanton Museum of Art

8.9
200 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd (at Congress Ave), Austin, TX
Art Museum · University of Texas-Austin · 74 tips and reviews

Brea S.Brea Simpson: The perfect size. Not too overwhelming. A good mix of different types of art.

Visit AustinVisit Austin: Admission is free every Thursday!

3MHalf Marathon3MHalf Marathon: After you finish running the race, stop by the Blanton Museum of Art on the University of Texas campus.

Thinkery is one of The 11 Best Museums in Austin.

11. Thinkery

8.8
1830 Simond Ave, Austin, TX
Science Museum · 47 tips and reviews

Lia K.Lia Koutelou: There are so many fun activities for kids of every age in the museum, my son loves it! And the neighborhood is awesome. Great area to spend time with your family!

♓June♓ M.♓June♓ Muñoz Niblett: Great place for the kiddos & parents!! Lots of great activities, exhibits, & an awesome outdoor playground. 👍👍

MattersOfGrey.comMattersOfGrey.com: Parking near the entrance is tough, but there is a free parking garage on the north side of the building