The Drag Travel Guide
Austin
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 The Drag
Moxy Austin - University
"The hotel is new, clean, funky, and right across the street from UT. The staff were great too. Only downsides are that the rooms are small and the only parking option is valet, which is expensive. Hotels should provide free parking to their paying guests, not charge them an exrtra $50 on top of the ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Hyatt Centric Congress Ave Austin
"The room had a TV, was clean and had coffee for the morning. Room also had a steamer which was really helpful since we were going out that night"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Hyatt Place Austin Downtown
"Everyone from the valet dept, front desk and morning breakfast crew were super nice and helpful! Very Clean and comfortable rooms! Thanks for makinh our night so easy!"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
The Code Hotel
"VERY CLEAN"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
"The room was amazing, very clean, the pillows were PILLOWING! Too often hotels give you crappy pillows and that just irks my taters, but not the Hyatt House! Shiv at the front desk was also very friendly and helpful! Breakfast was delicious and honestly quite elevated from your usual hotel buffet ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Omni Austin Hotel
"Great club level drinks and food"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Drag
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.
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.
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.
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.
Tarrytown
While visiting Tarrytown, you might make a stop by sights like The Contemporary Austin - Laguna Gloria and Lions Municipal Golf Course.
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.
