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Popular places to visit
Texas State Capitol
An architectural marvel that rivals anything you might see in the great cities of Europe.
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.
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.
Austin Convention Center
Learn about the events happening at Austin Convention Center during your trip to Austin. Discover the entertainment choices in this vibrant area, or seek out the biking trails.
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.
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 check out its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide
Austin: Family-Friendly Ghosts of Austin Tour
Austin 3-Hour Local Splash Pad Tour on an E-Bike
Private Half-Hour Pedicab City Tour of Austin
Capitol District Hotel Deals
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Austin Capitol / Downtown
Reviewed on Jul. 12, 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Austin University Capitol District
Reviewed on Jul. 25, 2025
DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown Capitol
Reviewed on Jul. 15, 2025
citizenM Austin Downtown
Reviewed on Jul. 26, 2025
Austin Southpark Hotel
Reviewed on Jul. 25, 2025
Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown
Reviewed on Jul. 26, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Capitol District
Downtown Austin
Central business district with high-rise buildings, Downtown Austin offers shopping at Second Street District and Sixth Street, art at Contemporary Austin Jones Center, and sights like Texas State Capitol. Accessible via Capital MetroRail.
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.
Congress Avenue Historic District
While visiting Congress Avenue Historic District, you might make a stop by sights like Sixth Street and Frost Bank Tower.
Central East Austin
While visiting Central East Austin, you might make a stop by sights like George Washington Carver Museum and Franklin Barbecue.
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.
Bouldin Creek
If you're spending some time in Bouldin Creek, South First Street and Long Center for the Performing Arts are top sights worth seeing.
- Places of interest
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- Texas State Capitol
- Sixth Street
- Lake Travis
- Circuit of the Americas
- Zilker Park
- Lake Austin
- South Congress Avenue
- Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium
- Lady Bird Lake
- Barton Springs Pool
- Palmer Events Center
- McKinney Falls State Park
- Lakeline Mall
- Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum
- Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center