Gateway Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

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University of Texas at Austin

5/5(2 reviews)

Explore the campus of University of Texas at Austin, a top university in Austin. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

University of Texas at Austin
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Sixth Street

4/5(18 reviews)

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

Sixth Street
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Austin Convention Center

4.5/5(5 reviews)

During your trip, find out what's happening in Austin Convention Center, a top convention centre in Austin. Discover the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.

Austin Convention Center
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Lake Austin

4.5/5(6 reviews)

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
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South Congress Avenue

4.5/5(14 reviews)

“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
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Zilker Park

4.5/5(7 reviews)

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

Activities

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Austin Boat Tour with Full Sun Shading Available

AU$127
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Austin Boat Tour with Full Sun Shading Available
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Austin Murder Walk

AU$71
Per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Austin Murder Walk
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Austin Electric Bike Tour: Let it Ride

AU$113
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Austin Electric Bike Tour: Let it Ride
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Museum of Ice Cream Austin

AU$64
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Museum of Ice Cream Austin
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Kayak Rental at Lady Bird Lake

AU$38
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Kayak Rental at Lady Bird Lake
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Congress Avenue Bat Bridge Kayak Tour in Austin

AU$104
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Congress Avenue Bat Bridge Kayak Tour in Austin
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Our pick of the best Gateway Hotel Deals

Wyndham Garden Hotel Austin
Wyndham Garden Hotel Austin
3.5 out of 5
3401 South I-35, Austin, TX
The price is AU$174 per night from 7 May to 8 May
AU$174
per night
7 May - 8 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,018 reviews)
"Everything was perfect"

Reviewed on 4 May 2024

Wyndham Garden Hotel Austin
Courtyard by Marriott Austin The Domain Area
Courtyard by Marriott Austin The Domain Area
3 out of 5
9409 Stonelake Blvd, Austin, TX
The price is AU$175 per night from 31 May to 1 Jun
AU$175
per night
31 May - 1 Jun
Stay at this hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Clean"

Reviewed on 3 May 2024

Courtyard by Marriott Austin The Domain Area
Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Arboretum
Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Arboretum
3.5 out of 5
9505 Stonelake Boulevard, Austin, TX
The price is AU$194 per night from 19 May to 20 May
AU$194
per night
19 May - 20 May
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 in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"They came through when we couldn't find anywhere else to stay. Very accommodating and nice."

Reviewed on 22 Apr. 2024

Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Arboretum
citizenM Austin Downtown
citizenM Austin Downtown
4 out of 5
617 COLORADO ST, Austin, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$228 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
AU$228
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Sixth Street and Moody Theater are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (274 reviews)
"Very modern and extremely gen z. The positioning of the bed is a bit of a thing. It’d be great to have parking suggestions on the website. BTW, park at the Indeed Parking garage and NOT Congress Parking Garage which is $93 a day I think. It’d be great to have partner parking garages with discounted ..."

Reviewed on 5 May 2024

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$268 per night from 7 May to 8 May
AU$268
per night
7 May - 8 May
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,297 reviews)
"This is within walking distance of music shopping and the capital."

Reviewed on 4 May 2024

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Fairmont Austin
Fairmont Austin
4 out of 5
101 Red River St, Austin, TX
The price is AU$508 per night from 12 May to 13 May
AU$508
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Austin. Enjoy a full-service spa, 6 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,042 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay. It made my getaway perfect, relaxing, and enjoyable 💙"

Reviewed on 5 May 2024

Fairmont Austin
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Other neighbourhoods around Gateway

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North Burnet

While you're in North Burnet, take in top sights like Austin FC Stadium and jump on the metro at Kramer Station to see more of the city.

North Burnet
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The Domain

Great live music beloved sports teams and top sights from Domain Northside to Museum of Ice Cream – discover The Domain, a destination also famous for its entertainment.

The Domain
North Central Austin featuring a bridge and forests

North Central Austin

Consider a visit to Highland Village Shopping Center and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in North Central Austin. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Crestview Station or Highland Station.

North Central Austin
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Tarrytown

While visiting Tarrytown, you might make a stop by sights like Lions Municipal Golf Course and Lake Austin.

Tarrytown
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Lower Basin Lake Travis

If you're spending some time in Lower Basin Lake Travis, Lake Travis and Hippie Hollow are top sights worth seeing.

Lower Basin Lake Travis
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Old West Austin

While Old West Austin isn't home to many top sights, Pease Park and University of Texas Tower are some notable places to visit nearby.

Old West Austin

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