Central East Austin Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Huston Tillotson University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Huston Tillotson University during your trip to Austin. Discover the lively bars and great live music in this vibrant area.
UFCU Disch-Falk Field
Catch an event at UFCU Disch-Falk Field during your trip to Austin. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music in this vibrant area.
Texas State Cemetery
Find out about the history of Austin with a stop at Texas State Cemetery. Discover the lively festivals in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Franklin Barbecue
You can enjoy retail therapy at Franklin Barbecue during your stay in Austin.
George Washington Carver Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at George Washington Carver Museum during your trip to Austin. Discover the lively festivals in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Our Lady of Guadalupe Church
After visiting Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Austin. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant area.
Activities
Scenic 2HR Austin Guided Lake Tour: Small Group & Full Sun Shade
Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin
Austin: Lake Austin Scenic Guided Boat Tour - Full Sun Shade
From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle
The Escape Game: Epic 60-Minute Adventures in Austin
Our pick of the best Central East Austin Hotel Deals
DoubleTree by Hilton Austin - University Area
Good stuff
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Quick check in and the room is so spacious like a small loft. I loved it!
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG
Room was clean. Staff was great at getting extras that were needed. Bed was comfortable.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown
Clean rooms and friendly and very helpful staff!
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Omni Austin Hotel
Overall was very impressed. Had an amazing getaway with my sweetheart. However, being in down where homeless people sadly have trashed the area around it did not make me feel good about it. Very sad
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Tru By Hilton Austin NW Arboretum, TX
Clean and convenient location with good breakfast
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Central East Austin
Waller Creek District
While you're in Waller Creek District, take in top sights like Esther's Follies 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.
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.
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.
Holly
If you're spending some time in Holly, East Sixth Street and Lady Bird Lake are top sights worth seeing.
