The Edwards Aquifer, Austin’s main source of water, is fed by a variety of underground creeks filtered through a large layer of limestone. You’ll feel as though you’re entering one of this vast ecosystem’s sinkholes when you walk into this dimly lit enclosure—formerly the bathhouse at Barton Springs Pool—where a variety of interactive displays grab kids’ attention. Young visitors can make it rain on the city, identify water bugs, or peer through a periscope at swimmers. Splash! is part of the Beverly S. Sheffield Education Center, which has rotating exhibitions—perhaps one on the endangered Barton Springs salamander—and partners with the Austin Nature and Science Center on special educational programs.
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Splash! Into the Edwards Aquifer
Zilker Park, 2201 William Barton Dr. , Austin, TX, USA
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Neighborhood
Zilker Park
Hours
Tues–Sat 10am–5pm; Sun noon–5pm
Transportation
Bus: 30 (Barton Creek Square)
Phone
512/974-6350
Prices
Free admission
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Splash! Into the Edwards Aquifer

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Zilker Park, 2201 William Barton Dr. Austin TX USA AustinNote: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.