Central East Austin Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Huston Tillotson University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Huston Tillotson University during your trip to Austin. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Moody Center
Catch an event at Moody Center during your trip to Austin. Experience the entertainment choices and great live music in this vibrant area.
University of Texas at Austin
Explore the campus of University of Texas at Austin, a top university in Austin. Experience the fascinating museums 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.
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
"I loved everything about this hotel: clean, friendly, great location for Moody Center concerts, advise pedicab for transport, good walking distance during the daytime-not advised for those with any physical impairment, restaurant on property, bar and restaurant inside hotel; my only EXCEPTION was ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Super 8 by Wyndham Austin Downtown/Capitol Area
"Free parking is the highlight. The beds are updated. That's the best plus. They actually meet the Wyndham standard. But everything else is so run down. Not to mention the mold on the shower curtain. I showered standing on a towel. The location is good for the Moody Center and the staff was super ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Omni Austin Hotel
"Loveeed everything about the stay! Very clean, loved the pool! Customer service top tier!! Celebrated my husband’s 40th and they upgraded our room to a suite!!"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hyatt Place Austin Downtown
"Awesome place to stay!"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hyatt Centric Congress Ave Austin
"The staff was so amazing. Every door was opened upon walking in/out, they were accommodating beyond measure, not to mention the hotel was immaculate. Will stay again, every time!"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
"The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. The AC appeared to be out in the lobby and they had a make-shift unit (so that was okay). The worst part is that on the same street as the hotel are a couple of bars that had live music that played late at night and it was hard to sleep with the noise ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
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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 Paramount Theatre 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.
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.
Holly
If you're spending some time in Holly, East Sixth Street and Lady Bird Lake are top sights worth seeing.
