McKinney 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.
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.
Moody Center
Catch an event at Moody Center during your trip to Austin. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices 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.
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 McKinney Hotel Deals
Omni Austin Hotel
From pre-arrival to check-in, everything was seamless. The team even reached out ahead of our stay to ask what we needed, which made us feel so welcomed and well taken care of from the start. Every single staff member we encountered was incredibly kind, welcoming, and helpful. We had originally planned ...
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
I will not be staying here again. It seems like Hyatts are going downhill. The location was terrible, it did not feel safe in the evenings/night (most likely fine for a guy/group of guys). But what was really frustrating was the lack of housekeeping services. If I’m paying $1,000 for a hotel stay ...
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Aiden Austin City Hotel
Always enjoy my stays here
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown
Breakfast was very good. Unfortunately the restaurants were closed on Sunday for dinner which was disappointing. After a long day in the sun/heat at the racetrack we weren’t up for the loud bars on Rainey Street.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Austin - University Area
This hotel was very conveniently located for our trip to watch the Longhorn softball team play. The staff was wonderful, the bartender was attentive and the room was comfy. There was some hair in our shower and our bathroom needed an update. None of that made me not want to return. We will certainly ...
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Austin Capitol / Downtown
This hotel is not clean at all, inside or outside. The staff did not seem to care—when we reported that there was no shower curtain in the bathroom and that the walls and beds were dirty, no action was taken.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around McKinney
East Riverside - Oltorf
While visiting East Riverside - Oltorf, you might make a stop by sights like Lady Bird Lake and Colorado River.
South Congress
The abundant dining options and stunning river views are top of the list for many visitors to South Congress. A stop by South Congress Avenue or South First Street might round out your trip.
South River City
If you're spending some time in South River City, South Congress Avenue 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.
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.
Bouldin Creek
While visiting Bouldin Creek, you might make a stop by sights like South First Street and Long Center for the Performing Arts.
