Downtown Austin Travel Guide
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University of Texas at Austin
Explore the campus of University of Texas at Austin, a top university in Austin. Experience the great live music 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 entertainment choices.
Austin Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Austin Convention Center during your trip to Austin. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Texas State Capitol
After visiting Texas State Capitol, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Austin. Discover the fascinating museums in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Lady Bird Lake
Explore the lovely green spaces of Lady Bird Lake and enjoy the cycling trails in Austin. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Rainey Street
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Rainey Street during your visit to Austin. Discover the lively bars and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Downtown Austin
Omni Austin Hotel
Very nice room, attentive staff, excellent amenties.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Great. I stay here every year for AFF
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG
The room and service were amazing, great location, a few blocks from 6th Street.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Austin Downtown
Very pet-friendly hotel. Everyone was exceptionally nice.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
The LINE Austin
Everything you can think of was great!
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Hotel Van Zandt
Fun atmosphere! The staff is very nice.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Austin
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.
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.
Capitol District
If you're spending some time in Capitol District, Texas State Capitol and Capitol Visitors Center are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Central East Austin
If you're spending some time in Central East Austin, George Washington Carver Museum and Franklin Barbecue 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.
Downtown Austin Travel Guide
- Places of interest
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- Austin Convention Center
- Texas State Capitol
- Moody Theater
- Rainey Street
- Paramount Theatre
- Governor's Mansion
- Lee and Joe Jamail Texas Swimming Center
- Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge
- Austin City Hall
- Austin Central Library
- Frank Erwin Center
- Stevie Ray Vaughan Statue
- Austin Visitor Center
- Austin Children's Museum
- First Baptist Church
- Shoal Beach
- Moody Ampitheater at Waterloo Park
- Capitol Visitors Center
- Millett Opera House
- Comedy Mothership
- Austin Museum of Art
- Caswell House
- Scottish Rite Children's Theatre
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