McKinney Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Texas State Capitol
A glorious, sunset-red granite structure that overlooks the city on one of Austin's highest points.
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.
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.
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
From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle
Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide
The Escape Game: Epic 60-Minute Adventures in Austin
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Our pick of the best McKinney Hotel Deals
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Room was clean, big, and even has a microwave. Nothing bad to say, the staff was nice, breakfast was great (clean too). Very comfortable stay. I did not hear anything from next door meaning the sound insulation pretty good too. I actually just stayed another hotel in Austin one month ago, and I would ...
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG
Housekeeping knocked on soor an hour before checkout, next time need the sign
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown
Clean hotel with clean smell in rooms and halls. Breakfast was fine. The surroundings looked safe and there are several cameras in the parking lot.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Omni Austin Hotel
Room was great and staff are always friendly. Really enjoyed my stay.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Tru By Hilton Austin NW Arboretum, TX
Parking was easy. Rooms are very clean. Beds are comfortable.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
citizenM Austin Downtown
It was good, clean, nice and great location
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around McKinney
East Riverside - Oltorf
While visiting East Riverside - Oltorf, you might make a stop by sights like Lady Bird Lake and Colorado River.
South Congress
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 River City
If you're spending some time in South River City, South Congress Avenue and Lady Bird Lake are top sights worth seeing.
Holly
If you're spending some time in Holly, East Sixth Street and Lady Bird Lake are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Rainey Street Historic District
The abundant dining options and lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Rainey Street Historic District. A stop by Rainey Street or Lady Bird Lake might round out your trip.
