Museum District Travel Guide
Austin
Visit Museum District
Popular places to visit
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 fascinating museums 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.
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.
Moody Center
Catch an event at Moody Center during your trip to Austin. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Zilker Park
After visiting Zilker Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Austin. Experience the lively festivals and great live music in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Museum District
Hampton Inn & Suites Austin @ The University / Capitol
Great stay! Will highly recommend
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Omni Austin Hotel
Great place! Great stay!
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
It was spacious and quiet!!!! It also had lots of lobby space and also outdoor seating area by the pool. The bed was comfortable as well. It was in a good central downtown location but about a block away from all the loud craziness of downtown.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown
Had a great time - good location, comfortable beds and very friendly staff!!
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Aiden Austin City Hotel
I only interacted with a couple staff members but theybwere very helpful and friendly. The room was clean and well kept. I did not partake of the pool, hot tub of gym but the parts of the hotel i saw were clean.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Austin - University Area
Ahhhmazing location, clean, quiet chill
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Museum 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.
Central East Austin
If you're spending some time in Central East Austin, UFCU Disch-Falk Field and George Washington Carver Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
