Southeast Austin Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Franklin Park showing a lake or waterhole and forest scenes
Southeast Austin
Lady Bird Lake showing a lake or waterhole and a park
McKinney Falls State Park which includes a garden, a lake or waterhole and forest scenes
McKinney Falls State Park featuring a park, a pond and landscape views

Where to stay in Southeast Austin

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East Riverside - Oltorf

While visiting East Riverside - Oltorf, you might make a stop by sights like Lady Bird Lake and Colorado River.

East Riverside - Oltorf
Franklin Park featuring a lake or waterhole and a park

Franklin Park

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

Get to know Franklin Park by checking out its live music, restaurants and shopping. Consider a visit to nearby sights like McKinney Falls State Park or Austin Department of Veterans Affairs during your time in the area.

Franklin Park
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Montopolis

3/5(1 area review)

Visitors to Montopolis enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Colorado River is worth a stop.

Montopolis
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McKinney

When in McKinney, you can plan a visit to McKinney Falls State Park and Austin Department of Veterans Affairs, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

McKinney
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Pleasant Valley

While visiting Pleasant Valley, you might make a stop by sights like Lady Bird Lake and Colorado River.

Pleasant Valley
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Comal Bluff

While there might not be top attractions in Comal Bluff, you can explore the larger area and discover places like McKinney Falls State Park and Southpark Meadows.

Comal Bluff
La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Austin South

La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Austin South

3 out of 5
1620 Teri Rd, Austin, TX
The price is NZ$147 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
NZ$147
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Sixth Street and South Congress Avenue are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (584 reviews)
"Warmer pool"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Austin South
Tru by Hilton Austin Airport, TX

Tru by Hilton Austin Airport, TX

2.5 out of 5
7900 E. Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX
The price is NZ$251 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
NZ$251
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,123 reviews)
"Good quiet hotel, rooms have a modern style and furniture. Very comfortable bed."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Tru by Hilton Austin Airport, TX
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Austin South

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Austin South

2.5 out of 5
4701 S I 35, Austin, TX
The price is NZ$145 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
NZ$145
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Nice place."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Austin South
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Beautiful Condo in Austin! Minutes from Downtown!

Beautiful Condo in Austin! Minutes from Downtown!

Austin
Stay at this condo in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Sixth Street and South Congress Avenue are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (29 reviews)
"The property was clean, and the amenities were nice. The check out process was clear, direct and simple."

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2025

Beautiful Condo in Austin! Minutes from Downtown!
Your place Away From home

Your place Away From home

Austin
Stay at this vacation home in Austin. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Sixth Street and South Congress Avenue are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"Thank you so much for the hospitality. Will definitely be staying here again. Such a beautiful home"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Your place Away From home
Casita Bonita - Oasis East Austin

Casita Bonita - Oasis East Austin

Austin
Stay at this vacation home in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Sixth Street and Lady Bird Lake are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (39 reviews)
"great stay, clean place and great service!"

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2025

Casita Bonita - Oasis East Austin
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

McKinney Falls State Park featuring a park, a pond and landscape views

McKinney Falls State Park

This public park, just minutes away from the city, offers a variety of activities from fishing to swimming, as well as stunning scenery.

McKinney Falls State Park
University of Texas at Austin

University of Texas at Austin

Explore the campus of University of Texas at Austin, a top university in Austin. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

University of Texas at Austin
Sixth Street

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.

Sixth Street
Austin Convention Center

Austin Convention Center

Learn about the events happening in Austin Convention Center during your trip to Austin. Discover the lively festivals in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.

Austin Convention Center
Zilker Park which includes skyline, a lake or waterhole and a park

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.

Zilker Park
Lake Austin

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.

Lake Austin

Activities

Austin: Sunset Bat Watching Kayak Tour

Austin: Sunset Bat Watching Kayak Tour

NZ$77
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Austin: Sunset Bat Watching Kayak Tour
Guided Sunset Bat Kayak Tour in Austin

Guided Sunset Bat Kayak Tour in Austin

NZ$84
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Guided Sunset Bat Kayak Tour in Austin
Real Austin Tour

Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide

NZ$84
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide
Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin

Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin

NZ$220
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin
Lake Austin is fun to explore!

Public Lake Austin Boat Tour with Full Sun Shading

NZ$129
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Public Lake Austin Boat Tour with Full Sun Shading
Austin Murder Walk

Austin Murder Walk

NZ$60
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Austin Murder Walk
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Cities near Southeast Austin

Austin

Austin

Buda featuring signage

Buda