Congress Avenue Historic District Travel Guide

Austin

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Stay near popular Congress Avenue Historic District attractions

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Paramount Theatre

9.0/10 (127 reviews)
A historic theater in downtown Austin showcases live music, comedy and film screenings.
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Things to do

Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin

Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin

฿4,269
per adult
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Sunset Boat Tour of Lake Austin Per Person

Sunset Boat Tour of Lake Austin Per Person

฿1,397
per adult
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The Depths

The Escape Game: Epic 60-Minute Adventures in Downtown Austin

฿1,468
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Escape Game: Epic 60-Minute Adventures in Downtown Austin
Austin Museum of Illusions Admission Ticket

Austin Museum of Illusions Admission Ticket

฿1,256
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Austin Museum of Illusions Admission Ticket
Double Decker Austin Single Loop Sightseeing Tour

Double Decker Austin Single Loop Sightseeing Tour

฿1,220
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Double Decker Austin Single Loop Sightseeing Tour
Tandem Kayak Rental at Lady Bird Lake

Tandem Kayak Rental at Lady Bird Lake

฿1,655
per traveller
96% of travellers recommend
Tandem Kayak Rental at Lady Bird Lake
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Where to stay in Congress Avenue Historic District

Find the best Congress Avenue Historic District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Bouldin Creek

While visiting Bouldin Creek, you might make a stop by sights like South First Street and Long Center for the Performing Arts.

Congress Avenue Historic District Travel Guide