Central Austin Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Central Austin
Central Austin
Central Austin
Central Austin
Central Austin

Where to stay in Central 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 featuring a bridge and forests

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.

North Central Austin
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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.

Congress Avenue Historic District
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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.

Rainey Street Historic District
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Clarksville

While visiting Clarksville, you might make a stop by sights like West Sixth Street and Confederate Soldier Monument.

Clarksville
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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.

West Campus
citizenM Austin Downtown

citizenM Austin Downtown

4 out of 5
617 COLORADO ST, Austin, TX
The price is ฿3,369 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿3,369
฿4,020 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,869 reviews)
"Such a cool spot to stay!"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

citizenM Austin Downtown
Fairmont Austin

Fairmont Austin

4 out of 5
101 Red River St, Austin, TX
The price is ฿6,608 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
฿6,608
฿9,285 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
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 their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,111 reviews)
"The property was clean and quiet. The staff were courteous. I needed a refrigerator to keep my medication chilled, and they supplied one within 10 minutes of my request."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Fairmont Austin
Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown

Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown

3 out of 5
68 Eeast Ave, Austin, TX
The price is ฿3,579 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿3,579
฿4,271 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,436 reviews)
"Hotel was clean and conveniently located. Loved the pool the staff was good and helpful"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown
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Placemakr Downtown Austin

Placemakr Downtown Austin

4 out of 5
710 E 3rd St, Austin, TX
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Sixth Street and Moody Theater ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (384 reviews)
"check in was a little shaky bc our code didn't work and had to go downstairs to get a physical key. overall the apartment was nice for a weekend stay, only thing is that it gets extremely foggy in the apartment and the countertops and floors were all wet due to the condensation (it was raining heavy ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Placemakr Downtown Austin
Austin Condo Hotel

Austin Condo Hotel

4.5 out of 5
48 East Ave, Austin, TX
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury condo in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (407 reviews)
"Great experience awesome location but be ready for a 500 dollar incidentals charge. You get it back but geez."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

Austin Condo Hotel
Kasa 2nd Street Austin

Kasa 2nd Street Austin

4.5 out of 5
421 W 3rd St, Austin, TX
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (865 reviews)
"Amazing view of the city. Local shops, restaurants, and bars worth exploring in the area. Clean and spacious rooms. Very comfortable stay!"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Kasa 2nd Street Austin
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Popular places to visit

Sixth Street

Sixth Street

4/5(25 reviews)

Austin’s answer to Bourbon Street really comes alive when the sun goes down. Enjoy live music, delicious food and refreshing drinks here any time of day.

Sixth Street
Austin Convention Center

Austin Convention Center

4/5(2 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in Austin Convention Center during your trip to Austin. Discover the entertainment choices in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.

Austin Convention Center
Texas State Capitol which includes an administrative building, a city and heritage architecture

Texas State Capitol

4.5/5(24 reviews)

An architectural marvel that rivals anything you might see in the great cities of Europe.

Texas State Capitol
Rainey Street

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.

Rainey Street
Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum featuring interior views and military items

Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Take a detailed exploration of Texan history through a collection that includes Native American pottery and a Civil War gunboat.

Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum
Blanton Museum of Art

Blanton Museum of Art

4.5/5(2 reviews)

A premier gallery covering all of the crucial art movements of the last few centuries.

Blanton Museum of Art

Things to do

Austin: Axe Throwing

Austin: Axe Throwing

฿908
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Austin: Axe Throwing
Virtual Reality in Austin Tx

Virtual Reality in Austin Tx

฿1,460
per adult
Virtual Reality in Austin Tx
Private 1 Hour Axe Throwing Experience in Texas

Private 1 Hour Axe Throwing Experience in Texas

฿876
per adult
Private 1 Hour Axe Throwing Experience in Texas
2023 Bentley Tritoons with a cooler ice and water bottles

Lake Austin Sunset Boat Cruise – 1 - Hour Scenic Tour BYOB

฿1,265
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Austin Sunset Boat Cruise – 1 - Hour Scenic Tour BYOB
Double Decker Austin Single Loop Sightseeing Tour

Double Decker Austin Single Loop Sightseeing Tour

฿1,194
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Double Decker Austin Single Loop Sightseeing Tour
Austin: Single or Double Kayak Rental

Austin: Single or Double Kayak Rental

฿965
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Austin: Single or Double Kayak Rental
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