Rainey Street Historic District Travel Guide
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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 lively festivals 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.
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.
Moody Center
Catch an event at Moody Center during your trip to Austin. Experience the entertainment choices and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Texas State Capitol
Rivalling anything you could see in the big European cities, the Texas State Capitol is a marvel of architectural design.
Activities
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Austin: Lake Austin Scenic Guided Boat Tour - Full Sun Shade
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The Escape Game: Epic 60-Minute Adventures in Austin
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Our pick of the best Rainey Street Historic District Hotel Deals
Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown
Good hotel in great location for business in downtown Austin. Only knock is the that only parking choice is expensive valet.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Hotel Van Zandt
Suite was clean and spacious. Unbelievable great food at Geraldine’s. Front seat and valet are wonderful.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Austin -Town Lake by IHG
The room was clean and well kept. The front desk staff were professional and stayed calm even though they were very busy with guests and calls. The only con is that the room was on the small side due to the structure being a round column. They are wedge shaped.
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown
Great place! Room was very nice.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Austin Condo Hotel
My friends and I stayed here for a long weekend trip. The hotel is beautiful and has a gorgeous rooftop/ pool area. The views were amazing. This hotel is also within walking distance to Rainey Street with tons of bars, restaurants, and live music! Unfortunately, there was a mistake / issue with the ...
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites Austin Downtown
Rooms were clean and had a nice balcony view.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
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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.
