North Side 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 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
Scenic 2HR Austin Guided Lake Tour: Small Group & Full Sun Shade
Austin: Lake Austin Scenic Guided Boat Tour - Full Sun Shade
From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle
Our pick of the best North Side Hotel Deals
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Quick check in and the room is so spacious like a small loft. I loved it!
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG
Room was clean. Staff was great at getting extras that were needed. Bed was comfortable.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Omni Austin Hotel
Overall was very impressed. Had an amazing getaway with my sweetheart. However, being in down where homeless people sadly have trashed the area around it did not make me feel good about it. Very sad
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown
Clean rooms and friendly and very helpful staff!
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Tru By Hilton Austin NW Arboretum, TX
Clean and convenient location with good breakfast
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Hyatt Place Austin Downtown
Great location, walking distance to 6th street. The only downside was the price of parking
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around North Side
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.
Congress Avenue Historic District
If you're spending some time in Congress Avenue Historic District, Frost Bank Tower and Sixth Street are top sights worth seeing.
Clarksville
While visiting Clarksville, you might make a stop by sights like West Sixth Street and Confederate Soldier Monument.
Waller Creek District
While you're in Waller Creek District, take in top sights like Esther's Follies and jump on the metro at Downtown Station to see more of the city.
Central East Austin
If you're spending some time in Central East Austin, Franklin Barbecue and UFCU Disch-Falk Field are top sights worth seeing.
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.
