East MLK Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 lively festivals 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.
Texas State Capitol
A glorious, sunset-red granite structure that overlooks the city on one of Austin's highest points.
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.
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.
Activities
From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle
Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin
Scenic 2HR Austin Guided Lake Tour: Small Group & Full Sun Shade
Austin: Lake Austin Scenic Guided Boat Tour - Full Sun Shade
The Escape Game: Epic 60-Minute Adventures in Austin
Our pick of the best East MLK Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG
Friendly staff, clean lobby, good breakfast with a variety of options. Room had a musty smell and could use some repair. Very uncomfortable sofa pull out with a very thin mattress. Room was spacious with lots of seating.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
The staff was nice and the hotel really might have the smallest pool in Austin.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Omni Austin Hotel
Courteous staff, clean room, attentive to requests. You should have bar soap in the room, also a shower cap. You should also have grab bars in the shower as the floor seemed slippery to me. The valet service changed its rules daily - sometimes you could text to get your car and sometimes you had ...
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Tru By Hilton Austin NW Arboretum, TX
Yes clean
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
East Austin Hotel
To start the staff at the front desk were both exceptional. Knowledgeable and kind. Great start to our trip. The facility was clean and in order. Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Hotel Indigo Austin Downtown - University by IHG
Did not try the breakfast, but I’m sure it was excellent!
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around East MLK
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.
Holly
If you're spending some time in Holly, East Sixth Street and Lady Bird Lake 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.
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.
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.
