West Campus Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Texas State Capitol
Rivalling anything you could see in the big European cities, the Texas State Capitol is a marvel of architectural design.
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 West Campus Hotel Deals
Moxy Austin - University
Rooms are really small. Ac was spotty. $55 to valet park (no other option) and I was charged $25 for “early check in” at 3:20 PM. That was not mentioned as we would have easily killed 40 minutes just shopping.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
pretty good
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown
Outstanding
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Omni Austin Hotel
Great, close to 6th street and restaurants.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Austin Capitol / Downtown
Place Was a DUMP. Photos online were very deceiving. Stains on the carpet, tub was gross. Paint sprayed on furniture. Lights flickered like the Twilight Zone.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown
The hotel is modern and location is convenient, but this is not the place to get a goodnight sleep, proximity to I35 makes for a very loud night...
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Campus
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 Frost Bank Tower are top sights worth seeing.
Tarrytown
While visiting Tarrytown, you might make a stop by sights like The Contemporary Austin - Laguna Gloria and Lake Austin.
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.
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.
