Bear Creek 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 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.
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.
Texas State Capitol
Rivalling anything you could see in the big European cities, the Texas State Capitol is a marvel of architectural design.
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.
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.
Activities
Scenic 2HR Austin Guided Lake Tour: Small Group & Full Sun Shade
From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle
Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin
Austin: Lake Austin Scenic Guided Boat Tour - Full Sun Shade
Our pick of the best Bear Creek Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG
Friendly staff, clean lobby, good breakfast with a variety of options. Room had a musty smell and could use some repair. Very uncomfortable sofa pull out with a very thin mattress. Room was spacious with lots of seating.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
The staff was nice and the hotel really might have the smallest pool in Austin.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Omni Austin Hotel
Courteous staff, clean room, attentive to requests. You should have bar soap in the room, also a shower cap. You should also have grab bars in the shower as the floor seemed slippery to me. The valet service changed its rules daily - sometimes you could text to get your car and sometimes you had ...
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
East Austin Hotel
To start the staff at the front desk were both exceptional. Knowledgeable and kind. Great start to our trip. The facility was clean and in order. Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Hotel Indigo Austin Downtown - University by IHG
Did not try the breakfast, but I’m sure it was excellent!
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
citizenM Austin Downtown
I just can only say I love this place lol if you like trendy and almost no hassle check in and outs here's the place.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Bear Creek
Barton Hills
If you're spending some time in Barton Hills, Barton Springs Pool and Zilker Botanical Garden are top sights worth seeing.
Zilker
While visiting Zilker, you might make a stop by sights like Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum and Lady Bird Lake.
South Congress
The abundant dining options and stunning river views are top of the list for many visitors to South Congress. A stop by South Congress Avenue or South First Street might round out your trip.
Bouldin Creek
While visiting Bouldin Creek, you might make a stop by sights like South First Street and Long Center for the Performing Arts.
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.
Clarksville
While visiting Clarksville, you might make a stop by sights like West Sixth Street and Confederate Soldier Monument.
