Old West Austin Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Old West Austin
Popular places to visit
Pease Park
After visiting Pease Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Austin. Experience the lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
University of Texas at Austin
Explore the campus of University of Texas at Austin, a top university in Austin. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene 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 great live music 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.
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 Old West Austin Hotel Deals
Omni Austin Hotel
Staff was great.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Staff was awesome, room was more than expected, breakfast was great.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Aiden Austin City Hotel
Nice
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown
Modern and great stay
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Austin Capitol / Downtown
The property looks old and dingy. Parking is terrible. Walls are paper-thin
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Austin - University Area
Nice location
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old West Austin
Tarrytown
While visiting Tarrytown, you might make a stop by sights like The Contemporary Austin - Laguna Gloria and Lions Municipal Golf Course.
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, Sixth Street and Paramount Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Westlake Highlands
While there might not be top attractions in Westlake Highlands, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Contemporary Austin - Laguna Gloria and Mount Bonnell.
