Civic District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





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Popular places to visit

Governor's Mansion
After visiting Governor's Mansion, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Austin. Discover the great live music in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.

Bremond Block
Stroll through this city area to view houses of a bygone era. The architectural styles are indicative of a prosperous time and high society.

University of Texas at Austin
Explore the campus of University of Texas at Austin, a top university in Austin. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Sixth Street
A real Austin icon, Sixth Street has brewery bars, nightclubs and live music venues that are always pumping.

Austin Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Austin Convention Center during your trip to Austin. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.

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.
Activities

Guided Sunset Bat Kayak Tour in Austin

Public Lake Austin Boat Tour with Full Sun Shading - 2 Hours

Austin: Lake Austin Guided Boat Tour with Full Sun Shading

Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin

From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle
Our pick of the best Civic District Hotel Deals

Omni Austin Hotel
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

citizenM Austin Downtown
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Hyatt Place Austin Downtown
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Hotel Van Zandt
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Civic 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.

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.

Clarksville
While visiting Clarksville, you might make a stop by sights like West Sixth Street and Confederate Soldier Monument.

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.