Franklin Park Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Franklin Park featuring a lake or waterhole and a park
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’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.


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Our pick of the best Franklin Park Hotel Deals

Ramada by Wyndham Austin South

Ramada by Wyndham Austin South

3.5 out of 5
4323 S Interstate Highway 35 Austin TX
The price is AU$132 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
AU$132
1 Apr - 2 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8/10 Very Good! (194 reviews)
Great place

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Austin South
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$135 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$135
6 Apr - 7 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Sixth Street and South Congress Avenue ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (847 reviews)
The hotel overall was dirty. The elevator had drink stains and the floor was sticky. The hallways weren’t vacuumed, our room had a stale smell. I know you get what you pay for, but it doesn’t cost extra to be clean.

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Austin South
Omni Austin Hotel

Omni Austin Hotel

4 out of 5
700 San Jacinto Blvd Austin TX
The price is AU$365 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$365
22 Mar - 23 Mar
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! (1,932 reviews)
Great, close to 6th street and restaurants.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Omni Austin Hotel
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

3.5 out of 5
901 Neches Street Austin TX
The price is AU$224 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
AU$224
5 Apr - 6 Apr
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 ...
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown

Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown

3 out of 5
68 Eeast Ave Austin TX
The price is AU$216 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
AU$216
5 Apr - 6 Apr
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 helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,944 reviews)
Air conditioning not working

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown
DoubleTree by Hilton Austin - University Area

DoubleTree by Hilton Austin - University Area

4 out of 5
1617 Interstate Hwy 35 N Austin TX
The price is AU$195 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$195
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
Everything was great for what we needed it for.

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Austin - University Area
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Other neighbourhoods around Franklin Park

Austin showing signage

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
East Riverside - Oltorf which includes landscape views and a small town or village

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
I'm glad I was able to capture this shot of the place that now just means so much more! #Austin #Texas #Cityscape #Skyline #NightPhotography #Nikon #D3400

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
Downtown Austin

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
Downtown Austin Texas Skyline View Zilker Metropolitan 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
Downtown Austin from the East at Sunset: 180 Degree Aerial Panorama

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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