# Statesman Bat Observation Center > Observation point offers views of downtown skyline and river horizon with sunset ambiance and live music. Bats emerge at sunset, creating a unique natural spectacle. Kayak and boat rentals provide alternative ways to experience the scene. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/StatesmanBatObservationCenter - Address: 305 S Congress Ave, Austin, Texas, United States - Phone: +15123279721 ## What it is good for - Nice View — 10/10 - Cool — 10/10 - Unique — 10/10 - Interesting — 10/10 - Scenic Views — 9.6/10 - Sunset — 7.2/10 - Tourist — 7/10 - Parks — 6/10 - Parking Available — 5.7/10 ## What people say - "I saw thousands of bats emerge at sunset from under the bridge." - "I found parking to be fairly priced at $18." - "The parks here fill up with hundreds of people." ## Good to know - Parking costs $18 for two hours, which is quite expensive. - Arrive between 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. to see the bats at sunset. - Bats typically come out almost exactly at sunset. - There are no restrooms nearby, so plan accordingly. - Expect large crowds as hundreds attend to see the bats. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.