East MLK Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
University of Texas at Austin
Explore the campus of University of Texas at Austin, a top university in Austin. Experience the lively festivals 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.
Zilker Park
Spend the perfect afternoon on the edge of a scenic lake. Take one of the extensive hiking trails before relaxing in the hot springs in this central park.
Moody Center
Catch an event at Moody Center during your trip to Austin. Experience the entertainment choices and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
South Congress Avenue
Nicknamed SoCo, this trendy Austin neighborhood has attracted the attention of famous musicians and presidents, and is home to a huge urban bat colony.
Texas State Capitol
Rivalling anything you could see in the big European cities, the Texas State Capitol is a marvel of architectural design.
Activities
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
The Escape Game: Epic 60-Minute Adventures in Austin
The Escape Game: Epic 60-Minute Adventures in Downtown Austin
Our pick of the best East MLK Hotel Deals
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Clean rooms, good staff and nice facilities.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
citizenM Austin Downtown
Cleanliness
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown
It was a cheap room but it didnt smell it had a nice tub and was clean and well put together.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG
Clean room, friendly check in desk staff.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Austin South
Check in agent was considerate of our preference for room. Room was clean, and door hinges and latches were quiet. The overuse of “room freshener” in the hallway was cloying and way too strong. Otherwise I would have given 5 stars. That strength of “freshener “ is often used to cover up bad ...
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown
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Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East MLK
Central East Austin
If you're spending some time in Central East Austin, UFCU Disch-Falk Field and George Washington Carver Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Holly
If you're spending some time in Holly, East Sixth Street and Lady Bird Lake 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.
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.
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.
