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 Neighborhood 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

Activities


Our pick of the best Franklin Park Hotel Deals

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$107 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
AU$107
6 Aug - 7 Aug
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! (1,026 reviews)
"The front staff was great"

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

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$146 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
AU$146
5 Aug - 6 Aug
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! (460 reviews)
"N/a"

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Austin South
citizenM Austin Downtown

citizenM Austin Downtown

4 out of 5
617 COLORADO ST, Austin, TX
The price is AU$201 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
AU$201
5 Aug - 6 Aug
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! (1,928 reviews)
"Definitely recommend for a cute small gateway"

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

citizenM Austin Downtown
Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown

Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown

2 out of 5
9121 N Interstate Hwy 35, Austin, TX
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,520 reviews)
"great"

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown
Hyatt Place Austin Downtown

Hyatt Place Austin Downtown

3 out of 5
211 E 3rd St, Austin, TX
The price is AU$206 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
AU$206
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,156 reviews)
"Nice place to stay the not have swimming pool or fre parking over all is ok"

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

Hyatt Place Austin Downtown
Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown

Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown

3 out of 5
68 Eeast Ave, Austin, TX
The price is AU$196 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$196
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,488 reviews)
"Very clean and comfy beds with a beautiful view!"

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown
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.

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 Zach Theatre.

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

Franklin Park Travel Guide

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