Round Rock Travel Guide

Texas is a state full of different natural settings, prairies, lakes, dry deserts, and much more. To explore this great natural diversity then definitely plan a trip to Round Rock. Round Rock is a big city in Texas, in Williamson County and is a part of the Greater Austin Metropolitan Area. Ever since Round Rock was settled it was used for agriculture because the black soil of the prairie is very fertile and perfect for farming. First it was used for cotton fields which brought money to the city and made it pretty wealthy, then various crops took over the farms. Round Rock was settled by Americans in 1851. Round Rock was named after the landmark of a round rock which marks the sport where settles moved through the shallow waters with their wagons.

Things to Do in Round Rock

The city of Red Rock offers a great variety of things to do to for visitors, including various historical sites, museums, and outdoor activities. There are many great parks and outdoor spaces to visit, such as the Old Settlers Park which is a not just a regular park, it also offers amenities like tennis courts, baseball diamonds, soccer and rugby fields, and playgrounds for children. There is also a small, but beautiful lake to walk around. Additionally, the Memorial Park is an excellent park to visit because it is the home of Round Rock, the town's namesake. It also connects to Chisholm Trail Crossing Park. Both of these parks are good for families or for just some relaxing time in the sun. The Chisholm Trail is a very good trail for hiking so do not miss it. Furthermore, to explore something amazing and unique then definitely visit Inner Space Cavern, which is a gorgeous geological formation deep in the town's natural caves. In addition, for a great day to beat the heat visit Rock ’n Rover Family Water Park. The water park has lots of slides, various pools, and water tunnels. Furthermore, Round Rock also has some great shopping centers, such as the Round Rock Premium Outlets.

Best Places to Stay in Round Rock

Great locations to stay in Round Rock include Legends Village, Rhodes, Metroparke, and Sunrise Vista, all of which are close to nice parks, lakes, green areas, and plenty of amenities such as cafes, restaurants, stores, and bars.

Best Time to Visit Round Rock

The best time to visit Round Rock is April or October when the weather is nice and warm but not overly hot. The average temperature in April, May, October and November is 70 degrees. August tends to be extremely hot with temperatures rising above 95 degrees.