Family Life Fun Family Vacation Traveling with Kids Hometown Babies: Austin Every city has fun and educational attractions for baby and mom. Learn what raising a kid in Austin, TX is like. By Isadora Fox Published on January 17, 2011 Share Tweet Pin Email 01 of 07 Tour Guides Courtesy of Jessica Brzozowski American Baby's guide to Austin: Jessica Brzozowski, 29 and daughter 11-month-old Janice. "There's a wonderfully open vibe," says native Texan Jessica Brzozowski, who is raising daughter Janice in the state capital while studying to be a nurse practitioner. "Austin is home to so many different people: artists, musicians, and students attending the University of Texas." She tipped us off to some mom-and-tot hot spots! 02 of 07 Free for babies Courtesy of Austin Children's Museum The Austin Children's Museum caters to a (very) young crowd (and it's free). 03 of 07 Feel like a movie? Courtesy of Alamo Drafthouse Alamo Drafthouse, a theater chain that serves meals during shows, is the place to be on Baby Days. Munchkins younger than 3 are free! The idea is that you watch a flick, baby maybe naps, and if he fusses, no one minds. 04 of 07 Sunny Days No excuse not to get out for a stroller walk: "The weather in Central Texas is gorgeous all year," Brzozowski says. 05 of 07 Hit a high note John Noltner Live music is easy to find, including a kids' concert festival in September -- Austin Kiddie Limits! 06 of 07 Where to start... Courtesy of Zilker Botanical Garden Mom-and-baby boot camp classes, a fantastic playground, and the Barton Springs naturally fed swimming area make Zilker Park a favorite for families. Dinosaur tracks were found years ago at Zilker Botanical Garden, which is why it features this cool dino statue! 07 of 07 Delicious Eats When it's time for a treat, drop by Hey Cupcake! They sell goodies from four Airstream trailers spread throughout the city, along with a "real" store in North Austin. All the desserts are homemade and all-natural. Austin embraces healthy eats -- Whole Foods was founded here. Originally published in the February 2011 issue of American Baby magazine. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit