McKinley Heights Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

University of Texas at Austin
Explore the campus of University of Texas at Austin, a top university in Austin. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Moody Center
Catch an event at Moody Center during your trip to Austin. Experience the entertainment choices and great live music in this vibrant area.

Sixth Street
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.

Zilker Park
Perched on the banks of a beautiful lake, this centrally located park is an idyllic spot to relax in thermal springs or hike along extensive trails.

South Congress Avenue
Nicknamed SoCo, this trendy Austin neighborhood has attracted the attention of famous musicians and presidents, and is home to a huge urban bat colony.

Lake Austin
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Austin during your travels in Austin. Stroll along the lakeside in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do

Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin

Double Decker Austin Single Loop Sightseeing Tour

Haunted Austin Walking History Tour

Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide

Austin Museum of Illusions Admission Ticket
Top hotels in McKinley Heights

Hyatt Centric Congress Ave Austin
Hotel was great and location was convenient
Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Hyatt Place Austin Downtown
We love This place!!
Reviewed on 17 May 2026

The Code Hotel
Clean room
Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Breakfast was amazing with lots of open seating great employees from front desk to breakfast crew amazing customer service
Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Omni Austin Hotel
The staff were really pleasant and helpful. The room was clean the bathroom was as well.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Fairmont Austin
Was amazing stay
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around McKinley Heights

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.

Holly
If you're spending some time in Holly, East Sixth Street and Lady Bird Lake 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.

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.

