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 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.
Moody Center
Catch an event at Moody Center during your trip to Austin. Experience the entertainment choices and great live music in this vibrant area.
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.
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.
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 visit its top-notch restaurants.
Activities
Haunted Austin Walking History Tour
Double Decker Austin Single Loop Sightseeing Tour
Lake Austin Scenic History Tour 2-Hour, Fully Shaded, All Ages
Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide
Austin Museum of Illusions Admission Ticket
Our pick of the best East MLK Hotel Deals
Hyatt Centric Congress Ave Austin
Great staff, great location, and great room.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Hyatt Place Austin Downtown
The staff were great but would not help with luggage. Considering I’m disabled and am not allowed to lift anything heavy they still would not help with luggage. Room was fine and clean however air conditioner extremely noisy and blew on us the whole night. Had to go to pharmacy to get meds for neck. ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Omni Austin Hotel
Excellent place to stay.. We will be back !!
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Fabulous hotel! Everything was clean and first class. Excellent breakfast. Location was perfect. Staff was welcoming and helpful.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Fairmont Austin
Staff was great! Smell piped into common areas was amazing. Overall awesome!
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown
Loved this hotel. Comfy beds, spacious rooms, cool outdoor pool, and easy to walk to restaurants and other downtown venues. Will plan to stay here next time we’re in Austin.
Reviewed on 4 May 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.
