Central East Austin Travel Guide

Tourist 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 entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

Huston Tillotson University

UFCU Disch-Falk Field

Catch an event at UFCU Disch-Falk Field during your trip to Austin. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

UFCU Disch-Falk Field

George Washington Carver Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at George Washington Carver Museum during your trip to Austin. Discover the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.

George Washington Carver Museum

Our Lady of Guadalupe Church

After visiting Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Austin. Experience the lively festivals and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

Our Lady of Guadalupe Church

French Legation Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at French Legation Museum during your trip to Austin. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music in this vibrant area.

French Legation Museum

Texas State Cemetery

Find out about the history of Austin with a stop at Texas State Cemetery. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.

Texas State Cemetery

Activities

2023 Bentley Tritoons with a cooler ice and water bottles

Lake Austin Sunset Boat Cruise – 1 - Hour Scenic Tour BYOB

AU$59
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Austin Sunset Boat Cruise – 1 - Hour Scenic Tour BYOB
Austin: Single or Double Kayak Rental

Austin: Single or Double Kayak Rental

AU$48
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Austin: Single or Double Kayak Rental
Austin Murder Walk

Austin Murder Walk

AU$53
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Austin Murder Walk
Goats

Birds, bees, plants and goats.

AU$59
per adult
Birds, bees, plants and goats.
Austin: Sunset Bat Watching Kayak Tour

Austin: Sunset Bat Watching Kayak Tour

AU$68
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Austin: Sunset Bat Watching Kayak Tour
Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin

Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin

AU$195
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin
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Our pick of the best Central East Austin Hotel Deals

DoubleTree by Hilton Austin - University Area

DoubleTree by Hilton Austin - University Area

4 out of 5
1617 Interstate Hwy 35 N, Austin, TX
The price is AU$255 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$255
per night
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,018 reviews)
"It was great!"

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Austin - University Area
citizenM Austin Downtown

citizenM Austin Downtown

4 out of 5
617 COLORADO ST, Austin, TX
The price is AU$279 per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
AU$279
per night
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,112 reviews)
"It's an interesting concept. Very small rooms, good for solo travelers. The rooms are too small for couples with luggage. Under-bed storage, but there isn't enough space to open up more than one or two bags at a time. No hand towels available. It's just a place to sleep, treat it as such. Friendly ..."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

citizenM Austin Downtown
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

3.5 out of 5
901 Neches Street, Austin, TX
The price is AU$254 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$254
per night
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,047 reviews)
Homeless
"Although this hotel is walking distance from 6th, very doable, we found it to be very uncomfortable with all the homeless people milling around."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Hotel Van Zandt

Hotel Van Zandt

4 out of 5
605 Davis Street, Austin, TX
The price is AU$473 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$473
per night
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (967 reviews)
"Loud property lot of clubs close by so just be aware. Great place to stay swanky and all that."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Hotel Van Zandt
Fairmont Austin

Fairmont Austin

4 out of 5
101 Red River St, Austin, TX
The price is AU$610 per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
AU$610
per night
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Austin. Enjoy a full-service spa, 6 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,188 reviews)
"The hotel itself was very nice. The rooms and pool were outstanding."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Fairmont Austin
Hyatt Place Austin Downtown

Hyatt Place Austin Downtown

3 out of 5
211 E 3rd St, Austin, TX
The price is AU$381 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$381
per night
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,240 reviews)
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Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Hyatt Place Austin Downtown
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Other neighbourhoods around Central East Austin

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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.

Waller Creek District
Downtown Austin which includes street scenes and an administrative building

Downtown Austin

4/5(23 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Austin
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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.

Congress Avenue Historic District
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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.

East Cesar Chavez
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Holly

If you're spending some time in Holly, East Sixth Street and Lady Bird Lake are top sights worth seeing.

Holly
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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.

Rainey Street Historic District

Central East Austin Travel Guide

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