Downtown Austin Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Downtown Austin
Downtown Austin
Downtown Austin
Downtown Austin
Downtown Austin

A business district by day and an entertainment hub by night, Downtown Austin never sleeps. The landmark Texas State Capitol overlooks it all.

With restaurants, shops, bars and museums all clustered together, exploring Downtown Austin is “as easy as pie”, as the saying goes in Texas. Food trucks sell Tex-Mex street food “as hot as a billy goat in a pepper patch” and the pulled pork at Stubb's Bar-B-Q is a hit. The Warehouse District attracts the weird and wonderful and the live music scene of Sixth Street never gets old. For something different, check out Rainey Street’s bungalow bars.

Popular places to visit

University of Texas at Austin

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.

University of Texas at Austin
Sixth Street

Sixth Street

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

Sixth Street
Aerial view of Austin: A vibrant and diverse city in Texas known for its live music scene, outdoor activities, and eclectic culture.

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.

Austin Convention Center
Lady Bird Lake

Lady Bird Lake

Slicing through the centre of Austin is this oasis for watersports, hiking, biking and some plain old relaxing.

Lady Bird Lake
Texas State Capitol

Texas State Capitol

A glorious, sunset-red granite structure that overlooks the city on one of Austin's highest points.

Texas State Capitol
Rainey Street

Rainey Street

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Rainey Street during your visit to Austin. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

Rainey Street

Activities

Haunted Austin Walking History Tour

Haunted Austin Walking History Tour

AU$38
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Haunted Austin Walking History Tour
Lake Austin is fun to explore!

Lake Austin Scenic History Tour 2-Hour, Fully Shaded, All Ages

AU$116
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Lake Austin Scenic History Tour 2-Hour, Fully Shaded, All Ages
Austin Murder Walk

Austin Murder Walk

AU$48
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Austin Murder Walk
Austin: Lake Austin Guided Boat Tour with Full Sun Shading

Austin: Lake Austin Scenic Guided Boat Tour - Full Sun Shade

AU$116
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Austin: Lake Austin Scenic Guided Boat Tour - Full Sun Shade
Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin

Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin

AU$178
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin
Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide

Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide

AU$73
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide
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Our pick of the best Downtown Austin Hotel Deals

Hyatt Centric Congress Ave Austin

Hyatt Centric Congress Ave Austin

4 out of 5
721 CONGRESS AVE Austin TX
The price is AU$281 per night from 28 June to 29 June
AU$281
28 June - 29 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (933 reviews)
"The front desk staff was incredibly nice, welcoming, and helpful throughout our stay. The hotel itself was very clean, and our room was perfect comfortable, spotless, and well maintained. The cleaning staff was also amazing and did a great job making sure everything stayed fresh and tidy. Overall, ..."

Reviewed on 26 May 2026

Hyatt Centric Congress Ave Austin
Omni Austin Hotel

Omni Austin Hotel

4 out of 5
700 San Jacinto Blvd Austin TX
The price is AU$343 per night from 18 June to 19 June
AU$343
18 June - 19 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,003 reviews)
"The valet was very convenient and the front desk was very accommodating"

Reviewed on 30 May 2026

Omni Austin Hotel
Hyatt Place Austin Downtown

Hyatt Place Austin Downtown

3 out of 5
211 E 3rd St Austin TX
The price is AU$230 per night from 13 June to 14 June
AU$230
13 June - 14 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,499 reviews)
"I absolutely loved our room! We had a corner room. It was spacious. The mattress on the bed was super comfortable. We had a room on the top floor and had a great view of the city from our room. I will 100% stay here again. It’s my new favorite Austin hotel."

Reviewed on 29 May 2026

Hyatt Place Austin Downtown
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

3.5 out of 5
901 Neches Street Austin TX
The price is AU$212 per night from 16 June to 17 June
AU$212
16 June - 17 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,734 reviews)
"When I arrived, I was notified but the front desk clerk that Expedia overbooked and he had to find me a room. I paid for two beds for four nights and wanted to move us to a room with one king and a pull out. I refused because I specifically picked two beds. Also, they were going to move us in another ..."

Reviewed on 30 May 2026

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Fairmont Austin

Fairmont Austin

4 out of 5
101 Red River St Austin TX
The price is AU$396 per night from 28 June to 29 June
AU$396
28 June - 29 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Austin. Enjoy a full-service spa, 6 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,352 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 27 May 2026

Fairmont Austin
Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown South Congress

Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown South Congress

3.5 out of 5
300 S Congress Ave Austin TX
The price is AU$244 per night from 28 June to 29 June
AU$244
28 June - 29 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Staff"

Reviewed on 28 May 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown South Congress
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Austin

Congress Avenue Historic District

Congress Avenue Historic District

If you're spending some time in Congress Avenue Historic District, Sixth Street and Paramount Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

Congress Avenue Historic District
Waller Creek 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.

Waller Creek District
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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
Austin, Texas

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.

Central East Austin
Austin, Texas- Panoramic cityscape and Colorado River against the sunset sky

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
Vibrant Austin Texas city panoramic skyline, and modern buildings reflections on the rainwater over the Congress Avenue Bridge Road over the Lady Bird Lake in Colorado River

Bouldin Creek

While visiting Bouldin Creek, you might make a stop by sights like South First Street and Long Center for the Performing Arts.

Bouldin Creek

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