When it comes to the holiday season, you will find that there are so many different activities and events to share with your friends and family. Part of the fun is creating memories that everyone will take with them long after the holidays have ended. One of the best ways to cherish your memories with family is by having a holiday photo taken during the holiday season. You can do just that and much more when you spend your holiday season with us here in Austin. The city features plenty of fun murals and photo opportunities exclusive to the holiday season. Here is where you can take your family to for holiday photos in Austin.
Where to Take Family Holiday Photos in Austin
Austin is home to some huge holiday events that come with the season and offer the perfect spot to get a picture of the family. Perhaps one of the most exciting places to do just that is the Trail of Lights. This annual event originated as the Yule Fest way back in 1965 and has since evolved into the giant event it is today. The Trail of Lights is visited by over 300,000 people every year, making it a popular spot to take the family. As the name suggests, this is a trail of holiday lights that you are able to walk through. The Trail of Lights is 1.25 miles in length, but most visitors will take two laps during their visit. You will find that the incredible display of holiday lights is mesmerizing to see up close. Snap a family photo in front of one of these displays to show off the attractions you visited during your stay in Austin. The holiday lights are bright enough to give you a clear photo that will be remembered for years to come. Tickets are now available for purchase and will allow you to pick what day you would like to visit the Trail of Lights here in Austin.
Zilker Holiday Tree
Another great spot to enjoy a photo with the family for the holidays is in front of Austin’s very own holiday tree, the Zilker Holiday Tree. Most cities offer some kind of holiday tree that is lit up for the season for everyone to see. However, you have not seen anything quite like the Zilker Holiday Tree, which is larger than life. The Zilker Holiday Tree is a massive 155-foot-tall tree that is covered with over 3,300 holiday lights. The star on top of the tree itself is 10 feet wide, helping you get an idea of just how big it is. The Zilker Holiday Tree features a unique spiral pattern for the lights and frosted bulbs that provide it with a winter ambience. The Zilker Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony takes place on December 1st, when the tree is lit up for the first time this year. Come visit the tree during your stay after the tree lighting ceremony to get a picture with the family in front of it. The Zilker Holiday Tree is a part of the Trail of Lights, so only certain days are available for free visitation to the tree without purchasing a Trail of Lights pass. A surface parking lot is found close by so you can easily walk up to the tree. The Zilker Holiday Tree will make for a wonderful holiday card this season!
Pics with the Austin Murals
Austin is a sprawling city with so much to see and do. One of the worst kept secrets is our wonderful murals that can be found all over town. These murals are expertly painted on the side of buildings in several different neighborhoods. While there are no holiday murals to find, you can dress up in your best holiday attire and take a picture in front of one of the murals. One of the most popular murals to get a picture in front of is the ‘Greetings from Austin’ mural found on the side of Roadhouse Relics. It is a mural of a vintage postcard perfect for a pic depicting your visit. Another great mural to snap a family photo in front of is the ‘Love From Austin’ located over on the side of Prima Dora, a local souvenir shop. The black and white mural provides a perfect backdrop for your family photo. There are plenty more murals to find, so make it a fun holiday game to locate them all!
The Holidays Are Almost Here in Austin
Get ready for the upcoming holiday season by reserving your stay in Austin today. Our vacation rentals are sure to provide a comfortable stay for the whole family! Contact us to book your stay today. Browse our rentals by view here.
