It's hardly a coincidence that the word "muse" is in "museum!" Museum of Natural & Artificial Ephemerata aims to inspire, educate and entertain visitors, so squeeze it into your itinerary.

There's an entry fee to Museum of Natural & Artificial Ephemerata. Check if you can buy your tickets online to save time, because there's a lot more to see around the leafy neighborhood of Chestnut. Zilker Park, Texas State Capitol and Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum are close to the museum and also a hit with travelers.

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Frame Hotel - SoCo

South Congress

$776

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Mar 5 - Mar 9

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