Central Austin Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Central Austin
Where to stay in Central 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.
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.
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.
North Central Austin
Consider a visit to Highland Village Shopping Center and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in North Central Austin. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Crestview Station or Highland Station.
Civic District
If you're spending some time in Civic District, Sixth Street and Governor's Mansion are top sights worth seeing.
Clarksville
While visiting Clarksville, you might make a stop by sights like West Sixth Street and Confederate Soldier Monument.
Omni Austin Hotel
Great, close to 6th street and restaurants.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Comfortable
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown
Everything was perfect!!
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Placemakr Downtown Austin
Placemakr was a chill-vibe location within walking distance of many downtown Austin hot spots and things to do. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Austin Condo Hotel
Everything was outstanding. From the valet to the room it was wonderful. Heads up and be prepared to spend 40 a day for valet. If not you’re going to try to find somewhere to park and good luck on that.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Kasa 2nd Street Austin
Great location and room had everything I needed.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Texas State Capitol
After visiting Texas State Capitol, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Austin. Discover the great live music in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Austin Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Austin Convention Center during your trip to Austin. Discover the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum in Austin. Discover the great live music in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Rainey Street
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Rainey Street during your visit to Austin. Discover the lively bars and great live music in this vibrant area.
- Moody Center
- Texas State Capitol
- Moody Theater
- Austin Convention Center
- Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium
- Rainey Street
- Blanton Museum of Art
- Paramount Theatre
- Governor's Mansion
- Mike A. Myers Stadium
- Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge
- Austin Central Library
- Lee and Joe Jamail Texas Swimming Center
- Frank Erwin Center
- West Sixth Street
- Austin City Hall
- Stevie Ray Vaughan Statue
- St. David's Medical Center
- Moody Ampitheater at Waterloo Park
