Congress Avenue Historic District Travel Guide
Austin
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Popular places to visit
Paramount Theatre
A historic theater in downtown Austin showcases live music, comedy and film screenings.
Frost Bank Tower
Learn about the local history of Austin when you spend time at Frost Bank Tower. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music in this vibrant area.
Stevie Ray Vaughan Statue
In a tribute to one of the state’s music legends, this statue draws fans from everywhere. Spend some time at the memorial to honor this guitar hero.
Mexic-Arte Museum
The Mexican community has been an important part of this city’s development and this place showcases its contributions through its displays and art.
AMOA-Arthouse
A varied, thought-provoking gallery spread over two very different spaces.
Old State Capitol Building Ruins
Learn about the local history of Austin with a stop at Old State Capitol Building Ruins. Discover the entertainment choices in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
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Top hotels in Congress Avenue Historic District
citizenM Austin Downtown
Hyatt Centric Congress Ave Austin
The LINE Austin
Staff not helpful! Bed is horrible! Lots of noise! Won’t return!
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
JW Marriott Austin
Quynh at the front desk was amazing. She was able to accommodate my dual reservation coming in early for a corporate meeting where I paid for one night on my own and then switched to corporate reservation the next. This usually confuses most hotels by Quynh knew exactly what to do and had my new ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Aloft Austin Downtown
Hotel was nice, clean and in a central location to a lot of entertainment options. The draw back is that they claim to be “pet friendly” but you can’t leave your pet in your room unattended at all. If you have plans to attend a concert or a show of any kind or a fine dining establishment I guess ...
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel
The rooms are very good but the hallway and front stairway carpets need renovation. The furniture at the entrace needs updates.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Congress Avenue Historic District
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.
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.
East Cesar Chavez
While you're in East Cesar Chavez, take in top sights like East Sixth Street and jump on the metro at Plaza Saltillo Station to see more of the city.
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.
Bouldin Creek
While visiting Bouldin Creek, you might make a stop by sights like South First Street and Long Center for the Performing Arts.
