Central East Austin Travel Guide
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Things to do

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Austin Museum of Illusions Admission Ticket

Double Decker Austin Single Loop Sightseeing Tour

Tandem Kayak Rental at Lady Bird Lake
Top hotels in Central East Austin

DoubleTree by Hilton Austin - University Area
"Nice clean friendly place. Love that is walking distance from moody center."
Reviewed on 22 Aug 2026

Super 8 by Wyndham Austin Downtown/Capitol Area
"Une nuit (en arrivant de l’aeroport pour debuter un road trip au Texas). Hôtel bien situé, à quelques minutes de marche du Capitol puis du centre ville. Quartier calme et sécure. Hôtel plutot propre mais vieillot. Petit dej inclus, basique mais pour le prix payé pour la nuit, c’est correct. Parking ..."
Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
"Just down the street from downtown everything was walking distance during my stay, wish the water pressure was a little better in my shower though"
Reviewed on 22 Aug 2026

citizenM Austin Downtown

The Code Hotel

Hotel Van Zandt
Where to stay in Central East Austin

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.

The Domain
Great live music beloved sports teams and top sights from Domain Northside to Cap City Comedy Club – discover The Domain, a destination also famous for its entertainment.

Lower Basin Lake Travis
If you're spending some time in Lower Basin Lake Travis, Lake Travis and Hippie Hollow are top sights worth seeing.

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.




















