University Hills Travel Guide

Austin

Popular places to visit

University of Texas at Austin

University of Texas at Austin

4.5/5(6 reviews)

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

University of Texas at Austin
Sixth Street

Sixth Street

4/5(25 reviews)

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.

Sixth Street
Austin Convention Center

Austin Convention Center

4/5(2 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in Austin Convention Center during your trip to Austin. Discover the entertainment choices in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.

Austin Convention Center
Zilker Park featuring a lake or waterhole, a park and skyline

Zilker Park

4.5/5(12 reviews)

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.

Zilker Park
Lake Austin

Lake Austin

4.5/5(9 reviews)

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.

Lake Austin
South Congress featuring signage

South Congress Avenue

4/5(16 reviews)

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

South Congress Avenue

Things to do

2023 Bentley Tritoons with a cooler ice and water bottles

Lake Austin Sunset Boat Cruise – 1 - Hour Scenic Tour BYOB

฿1,277
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Austin Sunset Boat Cruise – 1 - Hour Scenic Tour BYOB
Austin: Single or Double Kayak Rental

Austin: Single or Double Kayak Rental

฿1,146
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Austin: Single or Double Kayak Rental
Austin Murder Walk

Austin Murder Walk

฿1,146
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Austin Murder Walk
Goats

Birds, bees, plants and goats.

฿1,277
per adult
Birds, bees, plants and goats.
Downtown Austin Giant Paddleboard Sunset Tour with Bats

Downtown Austin Giant Paddleboard Sunset Tour with Bats

฿1,932
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Downtown Austin Giant Paddleboard Sunset Tour with Bats
Lake Travis Party Boat and Swimming

Lake Travis Party Boat and Swimming

฿1,638
per adult
Lake Travis Party Boat and Swimming
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Top hotels in University Hills

citizenM Austin Downtown

citizenM Austin Downtown

4 out of 5
617 COLORADO ST, Austin, TX
The price is ฿3,538 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿3,538
฿4,222 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,969 reviews)
"Amazing! Can’t wait to go back"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

citizenM Austin Downtown
Omni Austin Hotel

Omni Austin Hotel

4 out of 5
700 San Jacinto Blvd, Austin, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,518 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿4,518
฿6,325 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,848 reviews)
"The staff was really nice."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Omni Austin Hotel
Hyatt Place Austin Downtown

Hyatt Place Austin Downtown

3 out of 5
211 E 3rd St, Austin, TX
The price is ฿3,609 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
฿3,609
฿4,330 total
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,186 reviews)
"I recently stayed at the Hyatt Place Austin Downtown, for a weekend training that was not too far away, and while my stay was wonderful overall, the true highlight was the incredible service I received at the front desk. Phem went above and beyond—she was exceptionally warm, personable, knowledgeable, ..."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Hyatt Place Austin Downtown
Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown

Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown

2 out of 5
9121 N Interstate Hwy 35, Austin, TX
The price is ฿1,850 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
฿1,850
฿2,305 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,521 reviews)
"Excellent hotel perfect price"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown
Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown

Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown

3 out of 5
68 Eeast Ave, Austin, TX
The price is ฿3,449 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿3,449
฿4,116 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,529 reviews)
"Very clean. Stayed in June and parking was free because I was a gold member. Stay now and they were like oh policy change. Oh okay."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown
Hotel Van Zandt

Hotel Van Zandt

4 out of 5
605 Davis Street, Austin, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,607 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿4,607
฿6,740 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (896 reviews)
"From the time you arrive, the staff, makes you feel very welcome. Every single one of them, very kind and willing to help. Thank you for such a wonderful experience <3"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Hotel Van Zandt
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Other neighbourhoods around University Hills

North Central Austin featuring a bridge and forests

North Central Austin

Consider a visit to Highland Village Shopping Center and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in North Central Austin. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Crestview Station or Highland Station.

North Central Austin
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Central East Austin

If you're spending some time in Central East Austin, George Washington Carver Museum and Franklin Barbecue are top sights worth seeing.

Central East Austin
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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.

Waller Creek District
Downtown Austin showing street scenes and an administrative building

Downtown Austin

4.5/5(36 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Austin
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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.

East Cesar Chavez
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Congress Avenue Historic District

If you're spending some time in Congress Avenue Historic District, Sixth Street and Frost Bank Tower are top sights worth seeing.

Congress Avenue Historic District

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