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 acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
UFCU Disch-Falk Field
Catch an event at UFCU Disch-Falk Field during your trip to Austin. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
George Washington Carver Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at George Washington Carver Museum during your trip to Austin. Discover the acclaimed art galleries 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.
French Legation Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at French Legation Museum during your trip to Austin. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Southgate-Lewis House
Learn about the local history of Austin with a stop at Southgate-Lewis House.
Activities
Lake Austin Scenic History Tour 2-Hour, Fully Shaded, All Ages
Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide
Austin: Lake Austin Scenic Guided Boat Tour - Full Sun Shade
Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin
Our pick of the best Central East Austin Hotel Deals
DoubleTree by Hilton Austin - University Area
"clean spacious room decent dar"
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Super 8 by Wyndham Austin Downtown/Capitol Area
"Dirty took. Outdated. Bed was not comfortable and could feel the springs."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hyatt Centric Congress Ave Austin
"Rooms are nice modern but small. Lobby is very small. Great location"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hyatt Place Austin Downtown
"The continental breakfast was bountiful and awesome. I did valet parking and felt the staff was eager to serve, well. Despite having a rental available, I felt it was more practical to use lyft to move my father and I to the local museums that also charged parking fees. The Backspace local restaurant’s ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
The Code Hotel
"The only downside to this stay was the so-called valet parking fee of $40 per night. In reality, we parked our own car each evening in the garage, so it really wasn’t valet. The alternative option was parking one level lower for $35, which honestly felt a bit silly. Other than that, everything else ..."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
"Breakfast was amazing with lots of open seating great employees from front desk to breakfast crew amazing customer service"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
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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 Sixth Street 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.
