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Travel to the Department of Astronomy The Dept of Astronomy and the Austin offices of McDonald Observatory are located on the 15th floor of Robert Lee Moore Hall (RLM), at 2511 Speedway, on the southeast corner of Speedway and Parking Open street parking, while available, is in high demand. University garages, both convenient to Astronomy and open to the public, are available until 11pm, for a charge of up to $8. Smaller, commercially run lots are also scattered around the Lodging Guests of the department can receive a discount by booking their stay through the department's travel office. The establishments we use most frequently are listed here. See also, the map at right.  Mansion at Judge's Hill Carriage House Inn Doubletree Guest Suites Austin LaQuinta Inn Austin Capitol Extended StayAmerica Austin - Town Lake Transportation University of Texas Shuttle and Austin public transporation schedules can be found at the Capital Metro website. Capital Metro By air, Austin is served by Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Austin Area Restaurants, music and community events are covered by a weekly and a daily newspaper. The Chronicle The Austin American-Statesman Public and community events, and a wealth of municipal information, can be found at Austin City Connection The current weather. |
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