Kid-Friendly Ideas In Austin

Austin is a fun city to visit with kids! Here are some of the best restaurants, hotels, and activities for the whole family.

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12 Best Playgrounds In Austin (Ranked By My Kids)

By Kelsey Kennedy | September 17, 2025

Austin has some of the best playgrounds in Texas, and lately the city has been busy giving a few of them major upgrades. The Parks Department has poured millions into places like Pease Park,…

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The Best Breakfast Spots In Austin With Kids

By Kelsey Kennedy | September 15, 2025

You know where Austin really shines? Casual breakfast spots! My kids love going out on Saturday mornings for a big stack of pancakes, and luckily, Austin has plenty of options. If you’re looking for…

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Where To Stay In Austin With Kids

By Kelsey Kennedy | September 11, 2025

When a friend tells me she’s visiting Austin with her little ones and wants to know where to stay in Austin with kids, this is exactly what I tell her: An awesome airbnb, centrally…

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The Best Coffee Shops In Austin With Playgrounds

By Kelsey Kennedy | September 5, 2025

I can’t count how many play dates I’ve done at coffee shops in Austin! They’re great spots to meet up with a fellow mom friend, let the toddlers play, and enjoy a caffeinated catch-up…

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The Best Austin Restaurants With Playgrounds, According to a Local Mom

By Kelsey Kennedy | September 4, 2025

As a mom of two young boys, I’ve learned that the easiest way to enjoy a family meal in Austin is to choose a restaurant with a playground. When the kids have a place…

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Cool Indoor Play Places In Austin For Toddlers + Big Kids

By Kelsey Kennedy | June 6, 2025

When it’s way too hot or way too rainy or you just want a new indoor play place to explore, here are some good ones.

FREE in Austin: 9th Street BMX Trail

By Kelsey Kennedy | March 7, 2025

Tucked into the heart of downtown Austin is an unassuming park of dirt mounds and hills. You might drive by it a few times without noticing it (especially if it’s empty), but if you…

Play For All Abilities Park Is One  Of The Best Parks In Austin

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 18, 2025

If you haven’t had the chance to visit yet, Play For All Park in Round Rock is truly one of the best parks in the greater Austin area. This MASSIVE, state-of-the-art park covers a…

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Jester King Brewing: Austin’s Best Kid-Friendly Brewery

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 8, 2025

I’ve visited Jester King Brewery more times than I can count, and most of those times were before I became a parent. But since bringing two little boys into the world, I can confidently…

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The Best Austin Breweries With Playgrounds

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 8, 2025

Craft breweries in Austin are a family event. Here are some of the best breweries with playgrounds.