Capitol District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Texas State Capitol which includes a statue or sculpture, a monument and a garden
Texas State Capitol featuring a city, an administrative building and heritage architecture
Capitol District
Texas State Capitol which includes a monument, skyline and a city
Texas State Capitol which includes heritage architecture, an administrative building and a city

Popular places to visit

Texas State Capitol which includes heritage architecture, an administrative building and a city

Texas State Capitol

A glorious, sunset-red granite structure that overlooks the city on one of Austin's highest points.

Texas State Capitol
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 great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

University of Texas at Austin
Sixth Street

Sixth Street

A real Austin icon, Sixth Street has brewery bars, nightclubs and live music venues that are always pumping.

Sixth Street
Austin Convention Center

Austin Convention Center

Learn about the events happening in Austin Convention Center during your trip to Austin. Discover the entertainment choices 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

Paddle a canoe, hike along the extensive trails or unwind in the thermal springs of this idyllic park on the banks of a beautiful lake.

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

Real Austin Tour

Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide

AU$75
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide
Austin: Family-Friendly Ghosts of Austin Tour

Austin: Family-Friendly Ghosts of Austin Tour

AU$46
per adult
Austin: Family-Friendly Ghosts of Austin Tour
Downtown Austin Photo Shoot Walk

Downtown Austin Photo Shoot Walk

AU$230
per adult
Downtown Austin Photo Shoot Walk
Personal Guide at Texas Capitol

Private Tour in Austin using Bronco

AU$190
per traveller
Private Tour in Austin using Bronco
Ha Ha Haunted Austin Walking Ghost Tour

Ha Ha Haunted Austin Walking Ghost Tour

AU$40
per adult
Ha Ha Haunted Austin Walking Ghost Tour
3 Hour Local Splash Pad Tour on an E-Bike

Austin 3-Hour Local Splash Pad Tour on an E-Bike

AU$136
per adult
Austin 3-Hour Local Splash Pad Tour on an E-Bike
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Our pick of the best Capitol District Hotel Deals

Hilton Garden Inn Austin University Capitol District

Hilton Garden Inn Austin University Capitol District

3.5 out of 5
301 West 17th Street, Austin, TX
The price is AU$190 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$190
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy 2 restaurants, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Perfect stay"

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Austin University Capitol District
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Austin Capitol / Downtown

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Austin Capitol / Downtown

3 out of 5
300 E 11th St, Austin, TX
The price is AU$94 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$94
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly motel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms and ...
4.8/10 (1,979 reviews)
"Old building but low cost to stay at walkable distance to the heart of Austin"

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Austin Capitol / Downtown
DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown Capitol

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown Capitol

4 out of 5
303 W 15th Street, Austin, TX
The price is AU$212 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$212
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Austin. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect suite layout for families! The beds were super comfy, and the kitchenette had everything we needed for easy meals with the kids."

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown Capitol
citizenM Austin Downtown

citizenM Austin Downtown

4 out of 5
617 COLORADO ST, Austin, TX
The price is AU$190 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
AU$190
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,952 reviews)
"A little noisy for our taste but our teenagers loved it! Very cool, trendy and modern. Rooms were clean but very small especially the shower. So if you're a big, tall guy like my husband you won't be too comfortable in the room."

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

citizenM Austin Downtown
Omni Austin Hotel

Omni Austin Hotel

4 out of 5
700 San Jacinto Blvd, Austin, TX
The price is AU$299 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
AU$299
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,839 reviews)
"We liked everything!"

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

Omni Austin Hotel
Hyatt Place Austin Downtown

Hyatt Place Austin Downtown

3 out of 5
211 E 3rd St, Austin, TX
The price is AU$205 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
AU$205
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,170 reviews)
"The corner room with large windows was amazing."

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

Hyatt Place Austin Downtown
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Other neighbourhoods around Capitol District

Downtown Austin which includes street scenes and an administrative building

Downtown Austin

4/5(23 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Austin
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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.

Waller Creek District
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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.

Congress Avenue Historic District
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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.

Central East Austin
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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.

Rainey Street Historic District
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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.

East Cesar Chavez

Capitol District Travel Guide

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