Old West Austin Travel 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 entertainment choices 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.
Austin Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Austin Convention Center, a top convention centre in Austin. Discover the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
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.
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.
Activities
Alternate Reality Scavenger Hunt in Austin
Escape the 512!
Alternate Reality Scavenger Hunt in Austin
Austin Boat Tour with Full Sun Shading Available
Museum of Ice Cream Austin
Congress Avenue Bat Bridge Kayak Tour in Austin
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Other neighbourhoods around Old West Austin
West Campus
While there might not be top attractions in West Campus, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sixth Street and University of Texas Tower.
Tarrytown
While visiting Tarrytown, you might make a stop by sights like Lions Municipal Golf Course and Lake Austin.
Clarksville
While visiting Clarksville, you might make a stop by sights like West Sixth Street and West Austin Park.
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.
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.
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.
- Sixth Street
- Lake Travis
- Circuit Of the Americas
- South Congress Avenue
- Zilker Park
- Texas State Capitol
- Lady Bird Lake
- Moody Theater
- Barton Springs Pool
- H-E-B Center
- Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum
- Round Rock Sports Center
- Lakeline Mall
- McKinney Falls State Park
- St. David's North Austin Medical Center