The Contemporary Austin - Laguna Gloria

Thursdays are free! So you know, as a free experience this was fun. The art is interesting to read about, even if I didn’t understand most of it. It’s a cute place. Near the lake. Fun to wander around. Right next to the peacock park, so do two things at once if you’re in the area.

A really amazing experience, walking at the park at sunset. Just can't miss it, this is one of my happy places in the city. Thursdays are free! But in case you go on another day, the fee is $10.

Hermoso jardín botánico combinado con arte. Vas caminando entre la naturaleza y encontrando esculturas increíbles en el camino. Todo en juego con el lago es un paseo muy recomendado. Tienes un muy buen café adentro con opciones para comer un buen snack

Very nice place! It was a good choice of placement for the lake was just in eye sight. Majority of art there were installations which I like personally the most. My favorite was "Looking Up," by Tom Friedman which is the pinned tall aluminum man in the fountain area. A lot of the art was in the forest, and it was very relaxing and refreshing to go to an art museum that wasn’t indoors. Overall the experience was amazing, and they have an art school and summer camp for kids 4-17. I would suggest 10 out of 10 great place to go.

What a beautiful walk at sunset! The sculptures are AWEmazing and the trails and water views, just gorgeous! If you see this review one day, Jenny, thank you for the recommendation. You are such a beautiful person! Thank you for that way too brief but wonderful exchange when we were watching the peacocks. If you have an afternoon to do something in the Austin area, visit this place. You will not be disappointed!

October 2024 This was my first visit to the Contemporary Austin at Laguna Gloria and enjoyed it. I loved the walking trails though the woods and along Lake Austin seeing all the artwork in the Betty and Edward Marcus Sculpture Park. I was impressed by all of it including the grounds with the Driscoll Villa, Visitor Center/Shop, Art School and Spread and Co. Café. The only drawback is finding a parking spot along the street since there is no lot on site. However, I did plan my visit by seeing it during the week around lunchtime where easily found a spot and parking is free. It was very relaxing and peaceful felling you were away from the busy Austin city life. The staff was very friendly and like it so much I purchased a membership.

Laguna Gloria is an absolute gem! The Italianate villa and sculpture park offer a truly enchanting experience right on the lake. I was so impressed by how thoughtfully the contemporary art was displayed throughout the beautiful grounds – it's the perfect peaceful and inspiring escape in Austin.