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

Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin

Public Lake Austin Boat Tour with Full Sun Shading - 2 Hours

Austin: Lake Austin Guided Boat Tour with Full Sun Shading

Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide

The Escape Game: Epic 60-Minute Adventures in Downtown Austin
Our pick of the best Gateway Hotel Deals

Sonesta ES Suites Austin The Domain Area
Staff was courteous and room was clean and spacious. I wish the pillows didn't deflate so much under the weight of our heads; but most hotels are doing that these days. Breakfast offerings were only okay.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Arboretum
It was a great experience. Great location and hotel room was clean. Staff was courteous as well.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG
Celan room and awesome staff
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
everything was great as usual, I love staying here
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025

Omni Austin Hotel
Sheets were not clean
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025

Tru By Hilton Austin NW Arboretum, TX
Great place to stay
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Gateway

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.

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.

Tarrytown
While visiting Tarrytown, you might make a stop by sights like The Contemporary Austin - Laguna Gloria and Lake Austin.

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

Three Points
While you're in Three Points, take in top sights like Austin's Park and jump on the metro at Howard Station to see more of the city.

Capitol District
If you're spending some time in Capitol District, Texas State Capitol and Capitol Visitors Center are top sights worth seeing.


