Franklin Park Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Franklin Park featuring a lake or waterhole and a park
Franklin Park showing a lake or waterhole and forest scenes
Franklin Park featuring a lake or waterhole and forest scenes
Franklin Park featuring a lake or waterhole, forest scenes and a cascade
Franklin Park which includes street scenes and a house

Franklin Park’s historically low rents have made this slice of industrial suburbia in Austin a cultural melting pot.

Situated in the far south-eastern corner of Austin and bordered by the highway, Franklin Park is an often overlooked district of the Texan capital. The family-friendly Franklin Neighbourhood Park has sports fields, playgrounds and barbecue areas. Just to the east is McKinney Falls State Park, for those who love rock hopping among waterfalls and hiking nature trails. In this district there is no nightlife to speak of, making Franklin Park ideal for those who love a good night’s sleep.

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 acclaimed theatre scene 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
Austin Convention Center

Austin Convention Center

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

Austin Convention Center
Zilker Park which includes skyline, a lake or waterhole and a park

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.

Zilker Park
Lake Austin

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.

Lake Austin
South Congress featuring signage

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.

South Congress Avenue

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 Franklin Park Hotel Deals

La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Austin South

La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Austin South

3 out of 5
1620 Teri Rd, Austin, TX
The price is AU$130 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$130
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Sixth Street and South Congress Avenue are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (584 reviews)
"Warmer pool"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Austin South
Ramada by Wyndham Austin South

Ramada by Wyndham Austin South

3 out of 5
4323 S Interstate Highway 35, Austin, TX
The price is AU$111 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$111
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,042 reviews)
"Nice and easy check in/out"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Austin South
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Austin South

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Austin South

3 out of 5
4501 S Interstate Highway 35, Austin, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$164 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
AU$164
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)
"Everything was good"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Austin South
citizenM Austin Downtown

citizenM Austin Downtown

4 out of 5
617 COLORADO ST, Austin, TX
The price is AU$281 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$281
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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! (2,114 reviews)
"Very interesting, trendy hotel. Great value and location. Would stay again."

Reviewed on 25 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$256 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$256
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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$491 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$491
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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
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Other neighbourhoods around Franklin Park

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South Congress

4/5(10 area reviews)

The abundant dining options and stunning river views are top of the list for many visitors to South Congress. A stop by South Congress Avenue or South First Street might round out your trip.

South Congress
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East Riverside - Oltorf

While visiting East Riverside - Oltorf, you might make a stop by sights like Lady Bird Lake and Colorado River.

East Riverside - Oltorf
South Congress featuring signage

South River City

If you're spending some time in South River City, South Congress Avenue and Lady Bird Lake are top sights worth seeing.

South River City
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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
Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum showing a statue or sculpture and a park

Zilker

5/5(1 area review)

While visiting Zilker, you might make a stop by sights like Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum and Lady Bird Lake.

Zilker
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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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