Capitol District Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

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.

University of Texas at Austin
Explore the campus of University of Texas at Austin, a top university in Austin. Experience the lively festivals 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 lively bars and its great live music.

Austin Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Austin Convention Center during your trip to Austin. Discover the entertainment choices in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.

South Congress Avenue
During your trip to Austin, you can search for that perfect souvenir at South Congress Avenue. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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.
Top hotels in Capitol District

Hilton Garden Inn Austin University Capitol District
Clean rooms and courteous staff.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown Capitol
The staff needs to pay more attention to details on cleaning the bathroom especially and bedding there was hair everywhere!
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Austin Capitol / Downtown
Peaceful
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Everything was perfect
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown
Friendly service
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Omni Austin Hotel
Clean, comfortable, good amenities and good location
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Capitol District

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
