Downtown 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 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.
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.
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.
Lady Bird Lake
Explore the lovely green spaces of Lady Bird Lake and enjoy the cycling trails in Austin. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Rainey Street
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Rainey Street during your visit to Austin. Discover the lively bars and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Downtown Austin
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Everything was perfect
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Omni Austin Hotel
Clean, comfortable, good amenities and good location
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG
Staff were nice, however, the check in is in a different hotel which is inconvenient.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
citizenM Austin Downtown
Really enjoyed my time at Citizen M. Checked in at 1am super fast and easy. My favorite feature was the tablet which controlled all the setting to the room very convenient and comfortable. Would absolutely stay again when in Austin!
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Austin Downtown
Yes
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Austin Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels
Design, ambience, and downtown location
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Austin
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.
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
If you're spending some time in Central East Austin, George Washington Carver Museum and Franklin Barbecue 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.
Bouldin Creek
While visiting Bouldin Creek, you might make a stop by sights like South First Street and Long Center for the Performing Arts.
