Visit West Campus
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 great live music 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
Learn about the events happening in Austin Convention Center during your trip to Austin. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
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.
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.
Texas State Capitol
Rivalling anything you could see in the big European cities, the Texas State Capitol is a marvel of architectural design.
Activities
Public Lake Austin Boat Tour with Full Sun Shading - 2 Hours
Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide
Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin
From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle
Austin: Lake Austin Guided Boat Tour with Full Sun Shading
Our pick of the best West Campus Hotel Deals
Moxy Austin - University
All the above!
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Good location, room was nice.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Omni Austin Hotel
This hotel was lovely! The staff was absolutely amazing and helped with anything we needed. Very clean room. Would definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Austin
The hotel was very impressive and comfortable.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
citizenM Austin Downtown
This place is fantastic. I would never stay anywhere else when I come to Austin. It is right in the middle of every big company and every little startup. It is walking distance from every awesome restaurant. I walked from this hotel to Barton Springs Pool and it was just an enormous delight. This ...
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
The LINE Austin
Staff was excellent. Rooms however
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
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.
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, George Washington Carver Museum and Franklin Barbecue are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
West Campus Travel Guide
- Sixth Street
- Lake Travis
- Zilker Park
- Circuit of the Americas
- South Congress Avenue
- Texas State Capitol
- Moody Theater
- Lady Bird Lake
- Barton Springs Pool
- H-E-B Center
- Round Rock Sports Center
- Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
- Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum
- Travis County Exposition Center
- McKinney Falls State Park
- St. David's North Austin Medical Center
- Lakeline Mall
