The Best Outdoor Art Destinations in Austin

Get to know the eclectic artwork of Austin, Texas, in this rundown of the city's best spots for public art.

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Austin is dappled with a constellation of outdoor sculptures and installations. The city’s rolling hills, glistening lakes, water-holes, and the blueness of the immense Texas sky are the perfect environment for artists working in large scale. Austin’s abundant artwork garners support from institutions all across the bustling arts community, and is a major component in the struggle to “Keep Austin Weird.” Below is a glimpse into some of the most outstanding sites to visit—a series of destinations that will have you crisscrossing the city. By the end of your visit, you’ll be in need of Austin’s other outdoor art form—the icehouse.

The Contemporary Austin’s Betty and Edward Marcus Sculpture Park at Laguna Gloria

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Hope Outdoor Gallery

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Monochrome for Austin

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Cathedral of Junk

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Art in Public Places

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The Color Inside

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Circle With Towers

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