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Texas Military Forces Museum

Museum · Austin

Last checked: Oct 29, 2026 · official sitesource

A free museum on Camp Mabry with tanks, helicopters and planes outside and dioramas inside. Bring your ID and get there before 3pm to clear the gate.

Ages

  • Ages 3–5
  • Ages 6–9
  • Ages 10–12

Best for vehicle-loving 4+; free tanks and aircraft outside

Price

Free

Free admission.

Hours

Opening hours
Monday10 am – 4 pm
Tuesday10 am – 4 pm
Wednesday10 am – 4 pm
Thursday10 am – 4 pm
Friday10 am – 4 pm
Saturday10 am – 4 pm
Sunday10 am – 4 pm

Good to know: On Camp Mabry, an active base: adults 18+ must show a US photo ID at the Visitor Control Center, which closes at 3pm (arrive by 2:55). Outdoor exhibits open dawn to dusk.

Setting

Indoor + outdoor

Getting there

3038 W 35th St, Austin, TX 78703

Rough drive times

  • about 45 min from Dripping Springs
  • about 15 min from Oak Hill / SW Austin
  • about 20 min from Bee Cave
  • about 60 min from Wimberley
  • about 40 min from Driftwood

Estimated from distance, not live traffic.

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