Central East Austin Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Huston Tillotson University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Huston Tillotson University during your trip to Austin. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
University of Texas at Austin
Explore the campus of University of Texas at Austin, a top university in Austin. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Sixth Street
When you visit Sixth Street, a popular shopping spot in Austin, you can enjoy some retail therapy. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its great live music.
Zilker Park
After visiting Zilker Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Austin. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Lake Austin
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Austin during your travels in Austin. Stroll along the lakeside in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Moody Center
Catch an event at Moody Center during your trip to Austin. Experience the great live music and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Central East Austin
DoubleTree by Hilton Austin - University Area
Very courteous staff, nice people, good room.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Everything was great. Sergio was amazing and helped us with whatever we needed. We enjoyed our stay and would stay again.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Omni Austin Hotel
The staff and the clean room
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown
Y'all! This was seriously one of the cleanest hotels that I've ever stayed at!! I was blown away at how clean, organized and fresh every area was. Not a speck of dust anywhere and everything smelt fresh and clean. Room was super comfortable- bathroom was spotless. Great variety at breakfast and food ...
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown
The amenities were so clean and so well kept. The staff was so helpful an made the stay extremely warm. Stayed here for the Marathon weekend and accessing the whole city and the race venue was incredibly simple and easy. Great location and truly an amazing experience.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
citizenM Austin Downtown
The hotel is located in the heart of downtown Austin. I was able to walk to the Capital, Paramount Theatre, Austin Visitor Center, and restaurants. The hotel staff was welcoming and friendly. The hotel is modern and everything in the room is controlled by the IPAD. The decor in the lobby is colorful, ...
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Central East Austin
Waller Creek District
While you're in Waller Creek District, take in top sights like Sixth Street and jump on the metro at Downtown Station to see more of the city.
Downtown Austin
Downtown Austin is popular for its fantastic nightlife. Explore top sights like Sixth Street and Paramount Theatre, and you can get around town on the metro at Downtown Station.
Congress Avenue Historic District
If you're spending some time in Congress Avenue Historic District, Sixth Street and Frost Bank Tower are top sights worth seeing.
East Cesar Chavez
While you're in East Cesar Chavez, take in top sights like East Sixth Street and jump on the metro at Plaza Saltillo Station to see more of the city.
Rainey Street Historic District
The abundant dining options and lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Rainey Street Historic District. A stop by Rainey Street or Lady Bird Lake might round out your trip.
Holly
If you're spending some time in Holly, East Sixth Street and Lady Bird Lake are top sights worth seeing.
