North Central Austin Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

North Central Austin showing a bridge and forests
North Central Austin featuring a park and touring
North Central Austin featuring a garden
North Central Austin showing a park
North Central Austin

This unofficial district caters to the students of the University of Texas and has plenty of dining and shopping options.

“North Central” isn’t even a thing, but that doesn’t stop the real estate agents from raving about its well-kept, tree-lined streets and “location, location, location”. NCA illustrates what gentrification can do to once humble neighbourhoods. The high-end shops in The Domain and Arbor Walk malls confirm that you’re in Austin’s high-tech boomtown. Grab a breakfast taco from a food truck then duck into the book and record shops along “The Drag” near the UT campus.


Popular places to visit

Activities


Our pick of the best North Central Austin Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Austin Midtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Austin Midtown by IHG

3 out of 5
6000 Middle Fiskville Rd, Austin, TX
The price is AU$178 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$178
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
"It was wonderful!!"

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

Holiday Inn Austin Midtown by IHG
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Austin North

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Austin North

3 out of 5
7622 I-35 North, Austin, TX
The price is AU$111 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$111
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7/10 Good! (1,160 reviews)
"Decent hotel friendly staff"

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Austin North
Best Western Plus Austin Central

Best Western Plus Austin Central

2.5 out of 5
919 East Koenig Lane, North I-35 at Exit 238A, Austin, TX
The price is AU$155 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$155
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"My one night stay was comfortable and enjoyable."

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025

Best Western Plus Austin Central
citizenM Austin Downtown

citizenM Austin Downtown

4 out of 5
617 COLORADO ST, Austin, TX
The price is AU$201 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
AU$201
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,928 reviews)
"Definitely recommend for a cute small gateway"

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

citizenM Austin Downtown
Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown

Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown

2 out of 5
9121 N Interstate Hwy 35, Austin, TX
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,520 reviews)
"great"

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown
Fairmont Austin

Fairmont Austin

4 out of 5
101 Red River St, Austin, TX
The price is AU$415 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$415
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Austin. Enjoy a full-service spa, 6 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,140 reviews)
Lovely stay in an awesome hotel!
"We had an enjoyable stay in a beautiful room with a soft bed and a gorgeous view!"

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

Fairmont Austin
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around North Central Austin

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Tarrytown

While visiting Tarrytown, you might make a stop by sights like The Contemporary Austin - Laguna Gloria and Lake Austin.

Tarrytown
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The Domain

Great live music beloved sports teams and top sights from Domain Northside to Museum of Ice Cream – discover The Domain, a destination also famous for its entertainment.

The Domain
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Central East Austin

If you're spending some time in Central East Austin, George Washington Carver Museum and Franklin Barbecue are top sights worth seeing.

Central East Austin
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Westfield

While visiting Westfield, you might make a stop by sights like Lady Bird Lake and Lake Austin.

Westfield
Downtown Austin which includes street scenes and an administrative building

Downtown Austin

4/5(23 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Austin
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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.

Waller Creek District

North Central Austin Travel Guide

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