West Campus Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit West Campus
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.
Moody Center
Catch an event at Moody Center during your trip to Austin. Experience the entertainment choices and great live music in this vibrant area.
Sixth Street
A real Austin icon, Sixth Street has brewery bars, nightclubs and live music venues that are always pumping.
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.
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
Lake Austin Scenic History Tour 2-Hour, Fully Shaded, All Ages
Austin: Lake Austin Scenic Guided Boat Tour - Full Sun Shade
Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide
Boat Shuttle to Ski Shores - Scenic Water Taxi Tour
Our pick of the best West Campus Hotel Deals
Moxy Austin - University
Great staff. Valet excellent. Overall enjoyable stay
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Hyatt Centric Congress Ave Austin
Shower was great!
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Hyatt Place Austin Downtown
Great Job!
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
The Code Hotel
Property itself in the room. The pool area is also great. The only problem is when you dial the one 800 number for the code hotel you reach a lady when I consulted with her about early check-in. She said that was no problem Anything after 2 PM there was no charge before 2 PM. It was $100 so I opted ...
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Customer service was top notch. The tall guy at checkin has the best personality. I tried to get his name later but he was always working and moving quickly. Valet, 10/10, Room was the same. Will definitely stay here again. Close to everything
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Omni Austin Hotel
Rey helpful staff. Above and beyond.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Campus
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, Sixth Street and Frost Bank Tower are top sights worth seeing.
Tarrytown
While visiting Tarrytown, you might make a stop by sights like The Contemporary Austin - Laguna Gloria and Lions Municipal Golf Course.
Central East Austin
If you're spending some time in Central East Austin, UFCU Disch-Falk Field and George Washington Carver Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Waller Creek District
While you're in Waller Creek District, take in top sights like Sixth Street and jump on the metro at Downtown 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.
