Bear Creek Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Bear Creek
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Barton Springs Pool
One of the “crown jewels” of Austin’s bustling downtown, this natural limestone pool is a refreshing place to spend a steamy Texan afternoon.
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 Bear Creek Hotel Deals
Omni Austin Hotel
"Loveeed everything about the stay! Very clean, loved the pool! Customer service top tier!! Celebrated my husband’s 40th and they upgraded our room to a suite!!"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hyatt Place Austin Downtown
"Nice breakfast. Parking very expensive but convenient."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Hyatt Centric Congress Ave Austin
"Our stay at the Hyatt Centric Austin exceeded my expectations. What truly made the experience exceptional was the outstanding level of customer service provided by the staff. At the front desk, Brandon and Ivy went above and beyond to ensure every detail of our stay was handled professionally, efficiently, ..."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
"Breakfast was great, room was clean and quiet and staff was kind and helpful. Wish they had a parking garage (paid street parking or valet are only options available), but overall a great stay."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown South Congress
"Great breakfast selections!"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown
"Everything was perfect down the valet parking."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bear Creek
Barton Hills
If you're spending some time in Barton Hills, Barton Springs Pool and Zilker Botanical Garden are top sights worth seeing.
Zilker
While visiting Zilker, 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.
Bouldin Creek
While visiting Bouldin Creek, you might make a stop by sights like South First Street and Long Center for the Performing Arts.
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.
Tarrytown
While visiting Tarrytown, you might make a stop by sights like The Contemporary Austin - Laguna Gloria and Lake Austin.
