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 acclaimed art galleries 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.
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
A real Austin icon, Sixth Street has brewery bars, nightclubs and live music venues that are always pumping.
Zilker Park
Paddle a canoe, hike along the extensive trails or unwind in the thermal springs of this idyllic park on the banks of a beautiful lake.
South Congress Avenue
“SoCo” could stand for So Cool. Its quirky, neon-lit 1930s shop fronts help Keep Austin Weird, as the city’s slogan goes.
Activities
Lake Austin Scenic History Tour 2-Hour, Fully Shaded, All Ages
Austin: Lake Austin Scenic Guided Boat Tour - Full Sun Shade
Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide
Boat Shuttle to Ski Shores - Scenic Water Taxi Tour
Our pick of the best Central East Austin Hotel Deals
DoubleTree by Hilton Austin - University Area
Perfect location for a concert at Moody. Clean hotel and the staff was nice.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Super 8 by Wyndham Austin Downtown/Capitol Area
Clean room, well lit, comfortable bed & pillows.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Hyatt Centric Congress Ave Austin
Property was under construction and was only there one night solo for work so didn’t get to check out all amenities but super friendly, helpful staff. Clean and updated rooms, but kind of small if more than more person were to be staying in one room.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Hyatt Place Austin Downtown
It was great
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
The Code Hotel
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Spacious rooms and clean hotel
Reviewed on 14 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 Frost Bank Tower 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.
