Central East Austin Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Huston Tillotson University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Huston Tillotson University during your trip to Austin. Discover the lively bars and great live music in this vibrant area.
UFCU Disch-Falk Field
Catch an event at UFCU Disch-Falk Field during your trip to Austin. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music in this vibrant area.
Texas State Cemetery
Find out about the history of Austin with a stop at Texas State Cemetery. Discover the lively festivals in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Franklin Barbecue
You can enjoy retail therapy at Franklin Barbecue during your stay in Austin.
George Washington Carver Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at George Washington Carver Museum during your trip to Austin. Discover the lively festivals in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Texas Music Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Texas Music Museum during your travels in Austin. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin
Double Decker Austin Single Loop Sightseeing Tour
The Escape Game: Epic 60-Minute Adventures in Downtown Austin
Tandem Kayak Rental at Lady Bird Lake
Austin: Lady Bird Lake Nighttime Paddle Board Tour
Top hotels in Central East Austin
DoubleTree by Hilton Austin - University Area
Parking is $35 per night to stay on premises, breakfast not included and way overpriced if you choose to eat it. People who work there were very nice and easy to talk to and acted liked they cared when you talked. But will be staying elsewhere due to the room prices and what’s not included.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG
Very friendly staff at the front desk, I had a great room with city view and a wonderful breakfast in the morning.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Liked the hotel. If advertising as a game day hotel and rooms are available, don’t try to charge $40 to check in “early” when guests are clearly just dropping off bags and heading to the game. Clark eventually waived it but that kind of nickle and diming is off putting. Prefer others hotels that ...
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Omni Austin Hotel
Lobby and common areas. Roof top pool
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Tru By Hilton Austin NW Arboretum, TX
Room was clean, very small. If you’re just looking for a place to sleep it’s perfect. Price was good as well. Did not have a chance to eat breakfast. The only issue was we had to wait 10 minutes to check in. Not sure where the rep was but there was a sign that said be back soon. Not a huge deal but ...
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
East Austin Hotel
To start the staff at the front desk were both exceptional. Knowledgeable and kind. Great start to our trip. The facility was clean and in order. Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Central East 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.
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.
Congress Avenue Historic District
If you're spending some time in Congress Avenue Historic District, Frost Bank Tower and Sixth Street are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Holly
If you're spending some time in Holly, East Sixth Street and Lady Bird Lake 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.
