Rainey Street Historic District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Rainey Street Historic District
Popular places to visit
Rainey Street
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Rainey Street during your visit to Austin. Discover the lively bars 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 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.
Activities
Lake Austin Scenic History Tour 2-Hour, Fully Shaded, All Ages
Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide
Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin
Austin: Lake Austin Scenic Guided Boat Tour - Full Sun Shade
Our pick of the best Rainey Street Historic District Hotel Deals
Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown
Great service. Central.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
ROOST Rainey
Awesome place with amazing staff! Definitely recommend as a top place to stay during your visit to Austin!
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Hotel Van Zandt
Highly recommended! Beautiful Hotel with a very attentive staff!
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown
Room was cold and clean. Would room faced the highway but I never heard it.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Austin -Town Lake by IHG
I had a very strange experience during my stay at this hotel. Around 3 a.m., I woke up and noticed a large puddle of water on the floor, almost as if someone had just stepped out of the shower and walked across the bathroom dripping wet. It was really odd because me and my boyfriend were sleeping. ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Austin Condo Hotel
Everything was outstanding. From the valet to the room it was wonderful. Heads up and be prepared to spend 40 a day for valet. If not you’re going to try to find somewhere to park and good luck on that.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rainey Street Historic District
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.
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.
Congress Avenue Historic District
If you're spending some time in Congress Avenue Historic District, Sixth Street and Frost Bank Tower are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Bouldin Creek
While visiting Bouldin Creek, you might make a stop by sights like South First Street and Long Center for the Performing Arts.
