East MLK Travel Guide
Austin





Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.

Texas State Capitol
After visiting Texas State Capitol, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Austin. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Top hotels in East MLK

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Great location
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown
Nice people. Good room and bed
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Omni Austin Hotel
Rooms are always great and the staff is top notch. Very accommodating
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Austin Capitol / Downtown
All of the above.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown
Great location! We were able to walk anywhere in popular locations of Austin
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Austin South
Everything was great!
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East MLK

Central East Austin
If you're spending some time in Central East Austin, UFCU Disch-Falk Field and George Washington Carver Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Holly
If you're spending some time in Holly, East Sixth Street and Lady Bird Lake 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.

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.

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.
