Red River Cultural District Travel Guide
Austin
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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 fascinating museums or attend a sporting event 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.
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.
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 Red River Cultural District
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Customer service was top notch. The tall guy at checkin has the best personality. I tried to get his name later but he was always working and moving quickly. Valet, 10/10, Room was the same. Will definitely stay here again. Close to everything
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG
The AC unit was super loud and smelly air was coming out of it. Room was clean and spacious but AC ruined it.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Downright Austin, a Renaissance Hotel
We love to stay at Downright in Austin. We love everything about this hotel. The gentleman that checked us in was very professional, kind and informative. The bar staff, Harrison and Maren, were exceptional, helpful with food recommendations and made us feel comfortable and welcome.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Hotel Indigo Austin Downtown - University by IHG
I really liked the location as it was literally next door to the music venue. Unfortunately I felt a bit misled as the hotel houses both the Indigo and Holiday Inn Express. I confirmed while checking in at the Indigo computer that the rates are also cheaper for the Holiday Inn Express side. The corridors ...
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Hyatt Centric Congress Ave Austin
Clean rooms.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hyatt Place Austin Downtown
Great Job!
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Red River Cultural District
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, Frost Bank Tower and Sixth Street are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
