Central Austin Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Central Austin
Where to stay in Central Austin
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.
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.
Congress Avenue Historic District
If you're spending some time in Congress Avenue Historic District, Sixth Street and Paramount Theatre 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.
West Campus
While there might not be top attractions in West Campus, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sixth Street and University of Texas Tower.
Clarksville
While visiting Clarksville, you might make a stop by sights like West Sixth Street and Confederate Soldier Monument.
Omni Austin Hotel
Great time.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Fairmont Austin
There's a few things you have to be careful about not getting charged for, like some of the provided items in the hotel room (mostly food items) and you have to request a fridge but they brought us one really quickly. The front desk staff, specifically a lady named Sarah was very lovely. I would ...
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown
Convenient location, clean rooms and professional and pleasant staff.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Placemakr Downtown Austin
It’s nice, downtown apartment complex that seems to be converted into a hotel and is very spacious. I’d definitely stay there again especially for the price.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Austin Condo Hotel
Everything was absolutely wonderful! The staff and the valets were so friendly! The room was as expected and super comfortable. There was even 2-ply toilet paper!! I would easily stay here again.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Natiivo
The place was decent. Elevators took forever and would sometimes open on random floors as well. Be careful booking via Expedia. They list the same details for all the rooms but some were different. I booked a room that specified if had a furnished balcony and city views. Neither were true. The desk ...
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Popular places to visit
Sixth Street
A real Austin icon, Sixth Street has brewery bars, nightclubs and live music venues that are always pumping.
Moody Center
Catch an event at Moody Center during your trip to Austin. Experience the great live music and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Austin Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Austin Convention Center during your trip to Austin. Discover the lively festivals 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.
Rainey Street
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Rainey Street during your visit to Austin. Discover the lively bars and great live music in this vibrant area.
Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum
Follow the story of Texas through three floors of fun exhibits that are constantly rejuvenated with new artefacts.
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
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