Central East Austin Travel Guide
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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 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.
Zilker Park
After visiting Zilker Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Austin. Experience the entertainment choices and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
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 Central East Austin
DoubleTree by Hilton Austin - University Area
The $40 parking fee was ridiculous!
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Omni Austin Hotel
This hotel was lovely! The staff was absolutely amazing and helped with anything we needed. Very clean room. Would definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Everything so clean and the staff so friendly.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Austin
The staff was amazing,
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
citizenM Austin Downtown
Room was very clean, loved the high-tech functionality of the room. Room was on the small side made it a little difficult maneuvering but we managed. Only drawback pool closed every night by 8:30. Would’ve liked to be able to sit at the pool more in the evening.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
The LINE Austin
Staff was excellent. Rooms however
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
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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.
Holly
If you're spending some time in Holly, East Sixth Street and Lady Bird Lake 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 Travel Guide
- Texas State Cemetery
- Our Lady of Guadalupe Church
- Franklin Barbecue
- Victory Grill
- French Legation Museum
- Oakwood Cemetery
- Austin Panic Room
- Lake Travis
- Austin Convention Center
- Kalahari Indoor Water Park
- Circuit of the Americas
- Moody Center
- Texas State Capitol
- Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium
- Moody Theater
- Lady Bird Lake
- Barton Springs Pool
- Rainey Street
- Round Rock Sports Center
- Palmer Events Center
- Austin City Limits
- Q2 Stadium
- Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
