Highland Hills Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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 fascinating museums 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 entertainment choices in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
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.
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.
Activities
Austin: Museum of Ice Cream Admission Ticket
Lake Austin Sunset Boat Cruise – 1 - Hour Scenic Tour BYOB
Austin: Single or Double Kayak Rental
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Our pick of the best Highland Hills Hotel Deals
Austin Southpark Hotel
Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025
citizenM Austin Downtown
Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025
Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown
Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025
Fairmont Austin
Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025
Downright Austin, A Renaissance Hotel
Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025
Hyatt Place Austin Downtown
Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Highland Hills
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.
Westfield
While visiting Westfield, you might make a stop by sights like Lady Bird Lake and Lake Austin.
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.
Central East Austin
If you're spending some time in Central East Austin, George Washington Carver Museum and Franklin Barbecue are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Austin
Downtown Austin is popular for its fantastic nightlife. Explore top sights like Sixth Street and Paramount Theatre, and you can get around town on the metro at Downtown Station.