Downtown Lubbock Travel Guide

Lubbock

A brilliant sunset colors downtown Lubbock, Texas, including the streets and buildings.
A brilliant sunset colors downtown Lubbock, Texas, including the streets and buildings.
The McCartney oak was donated by Paul McCartney at the park as dedication to the people of Lubbock and Buddy Holly's influence to the musical style of The Beatles.
West Texas “snow” and cotton fields as far as the eye can see.
A fascinating journey into the life of Buddy Holly and his musical influence to rock 'n' roll. This museum is full of artifacts and memorabilia that include many of his guitars and the pair of glasses he wore during his last concert at the Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, IA and recovered from the plane crash.

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A fascinating journey into the life of Buddy Holly and his musical influence to rock 'n' roll. This museum is full of artifacts and memorabilia that include many of his guitars and the pair of glasses he wore during his last concert at the Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, IA and recovered from the plane crash.

Buddy Holly Center

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Buddy Holly Center during your travels in Lubbock. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Buddy Holly Center
Texas Tech University is a public research university in Lubbock, Texas, United States.

Texas Tech University

Explore the campus of Texas Tech University during your trip to Lubbock. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Texas Tech University
Texas A&M University is a public land-grant research university in College Station, Texas. It was founded in 1876, USA

University Medical Center

If University Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Lubbock.

University Medical Center
Crave Creperie and Dessert Bar in Lubbock serves gourmet desserts with a French twist. We enjoyed mini apple pies with coffee. Perfect little place to relax while shopping too! #GoodEats

West End Center

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at West End Center during your trip to Lubbock. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

West End Center

Lubbock Memorial Civic Center

Learn about the events happening in Lubbock Memorial Civic Center during your trip to Lubbock.

Lubbock Memorial Civic Center

Blue Light Live

You can enjoy a show at Blue Light Live during your stay in Lubbock. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Blue Light Live

Top hotels in Downtown Lubbock

Cotton Court, by Valencia Hotel Collection

Cotton Court, by Valencia Hotel Collection

4 out of 5
1610 Broadway St Lubbock TX
The price is ฿4,073 per night from 7 Feb to 8 Feb
฿4,073
฿5,404 total
7 Feb - 8 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lubbock. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,130 reviews)
Staff was friendly and helpful

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Cotton Court, by Valencia Hotel Collection
DoubleTree by Hilton Lubbock University Area

DoubleTree by Hilton Lubbock University Area

4 out of 5
505 Avenue Q Lubbock TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,868 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
฿3,868
฿4,468 total
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lubbock. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (705 reviews)
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Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Lubbock University Area
MCM Eleganté Hotel & Suites

MCM Eleganté Hotel & Suites

3.5 out of 5
801 Avenue Q Lubbock TX
The price is ฿3,275 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
฿3,275
฿3,767 total
17 Feb - 18 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lubbock. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,145 reviews)
Staff at the front desk was so nice.

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

MCM Eleganté Hotel & Suites
Pioneer Pocket Hotel

Pioneer Pocket Hotel

4 out of 5
1204 Broadway Street Lubbock TX
The price is ฿4,063 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
฿4,063
฿4,672 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lubbock. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and housekeeping. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions Carlock ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (615 reviews)
Great Hotel getaway. I will stay again.

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Pioneer Pocket Hotel
Baymont by Wyndham Lubbock - Downtown Civic Center

Baymont by Wyndham Lubbock - Downtown Civic Center

2.5 out of 5
601 Avenue Q Lubbock TX
The price is ฿1,488 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
฿1,488
฿1,711 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Lubbock. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Louise Hopkins Underwood Center for the ...
4/10 (1,001 reviews)
The showers don't work

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Baymont by Wyndham Lubbock - Downtown Civic Center
Millsap Suites by Pioneer Pocket Hotel

Millsap Suites by Pioneer Pocket Hotel

2.5 out of 5
1116 Broadway St Lubbock TX
Stay at this hotel in Lubbock. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and rainfall showerheads. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (316 reviews)
Parking was easy , didn’t have time to look for shopping etc good location

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Lubbock

A fascinating journey into the life of Buddy Holly and his musical influence to rock 'n' roll. This museum is full of artifacts and memorabilia that include many of his guitars and the pair of glasses he wore during his last concert at the Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, IA and recovered from the plane crash.

Depot District

You'll enjoy the mountain views and bars in Depot District. You might want to make time for a stop at Buddy Holly Center or Blue Light Live.

Depot District
This establishment has been around for 50 years. Food is diner style and people are super friendly. To me it’s a “must have” when in Lubbock and worth the wait. #GoodEats

North Overton

When in North Overton, you can plan a visit to Jones AT&T Stadium and Lake Alan Henry, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

North Overton
Exterior of the English-Humanities Building on the campus of Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas, USA

South Overton

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in South Overton and surrounding area, you can visit Jones AT&T Stadium and Buddy Holly's Grave.

South Overton
Panorama of the arena and its tower on the campus of Texas Tech University in the city of Lubbock

Heart of Lubbock

When in Heart of Lubbock, you can plan a visit to Buddy Holly's Grave and Blue Light Live, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Heart of Lubbock
Lubbock featuring tranquil scenes and a windmill

Tech Terrace

While Tech Terrace isn't home to many top sights, Buddy Holly's Grave and United Supermarkets Arena are some notable places to visit nearby.

Tech Terrace
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Southgate

Though Southgate may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Spectrum & OMNI Theater and Blue Light Live.

Southgate

Downtown Lubbock Travel Guide