Franklin Park Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Franklin Park featuring a lake or waterhole and a park
Franklin Park showing a lake or waterhole and forest scenes
Franklin Park featuring a lake or waterhole and forest scenes
Franklin Park featuring a lake or waterhole, forest scenes and a cascade
Franklin Park which includes street scenes and a house
Franklin Park’s historically low rents have made this slice of industrial suburbia in Austin a cultural melting pot.

Situated in the far south-eastern corner of Austin and bordered by the highway, Franklin Park is an often overlooked district of the Texan capital. The family-friendly Franklin Neighborhood Park has sports fields, playgrounds and barbecue areas. Just to the east is McKinney Falls State Park, for those who love rock hopping among waterfalls and hiking nature trails. In this district there is no nightlife to speak of, making Franklin Park ideal for those who love a good night’s sleep.

Popular places to visit

University of Texas at Austin

University of Texas at Austin

5/5(2 reviews)

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.

University of Texas at Austin
Sixth Street

Sixth Street

4/5(18 reviews)

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

4.5/5(5 reviews)

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

Austin Convention Center
South Congress featuring signage

South Congress Avenue

4.5/5(14 reviews)

“SoCo” could stand for So Cool. Its quirky, neon-lit 1930s shop fronts help Keep Austin Weird, as the city’s slogan goes.

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

Texas State Capitol

4.5/5(16 reviews)

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

Texas State Capitol
Lake Austin

Lake Austin

4.5/5(6 reviews)

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

Downtown Austin Food Walking Tour

Famous Texas BBQ & Food Tour in Austin

AU$144
per adult
Famous Texas BBQ & Food Tour in Austin
Austin Murder Walk

Austin Murder Walk

AU$76
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Austin Murder Walk
Austin: Downtown Live Music Pub Crawl

Austin: Downtown Live Music Pub Crawl

AU$56
per adult
Austin: Downtown Live Music Pub Crawl
Austin and Houston Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle

Self-Guided Driving Tour of Austin and Houston Bundle

AU$36
per traveller
Self-Guided Driving Tour of Austin and Houston Bundle
Virtual Reality in Austin Tx

Virtual Reality in Austin Tx

AU$73
per adult
Virtual Reality in Austin Tx
All smiles at Salt Lick!

From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle

AU$89
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle
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Our pick of the best Franklin Park Hotel Deals

Ramada by Wyndham Austin South
Ramada by Wyndham Austin South
3 out of 5
4323 S Interstate Highway 35, Austin, TX
The price is AU$106 per night from 19 Jan to 20 Jan
AU$106
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Nice clean property, would use them again however there was no breakfast available, only a restaurant next door."

Reviewed on 5 Jan. 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Austin South
Omni Austin Hotel
Omni Austin Hotel
4 out of 5
700 San Jacinto Blvd, Austin, TX
The price is AU$414 per night from 19 Jan to 20 Jan
AU$414
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,613 reviews)
Good but slightly dated
"Decent location and the property was in pretty good shape. It's an older building with an atrium that was freezing cold in the restaurant. I'm not sure what you can do about that atrium....it's a relic not seen since the 1970s and 1980s construction of office buildings. Everyone was nice the service ..."

Reviewed on 8 Jan. 2025

Omni Austin Hotel
citizenM Austin Downtown
citizenM Austin Downtown
4 out of 5
617 COLORADO ST, Austin, TX
The price is AU$303 per night from 21 Jan to 22 Jan
AU$303
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan
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! (1,281 reviews)
"Staff and location are amazing. Everything is convenient and easy to access."

Reviewed on 10 Jan. 2025

citizenM Austin Downtown
Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown
Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown
2 out of 5
9121 N Interstate Hwy 35, Austin, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$138 per night from 14 Jan to 15 Jan
AU$138
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,215 reviews)
Perfect location.
"I check everything in the rooms. Bag in the tub and search for all health risks. The room was perfect, and the bed was comfortable. The front desk was beyond friendly. This was my third time here. Perfect location."

Reviewed on 11 Jan. 2025

Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
3.5 out of 5
901 Neches Street, Austin, TX
The price is AU$244 per night from 19 Jan to 20 Jan
AU$244
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,473 reviews)
"Very nice and clean place to stay. The location is not perfect, but still walkable to the the bars and restaurants"

Reviewed on 9 Jan. 2025

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University, an IHG Hotel
2.5 out of 5
805 Neches Street, Austin, TX
The price is AU$194 per night from 19 Jan to 20 Jan
AU$194
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,131 reviews)
"Very convenient location"

Reviewed on 10 Jan. 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University, an IHG Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Franklin Park

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South Congress

4/5(10 area reviews)

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.

South Congress
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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
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Bouldin Creek

While visiting Bouldin Creek, you might make a stop by sights like South First Street and Long Center for the Performing Arts.

Bouldin Creek
Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum showing a park and a statue or sculpture

Zilker

5/5(1 area review)

While visiting Zilker, you might make a stop by sights like Zilker Park and Lady Bird Lake.

Zilker
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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
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Holly

If you're spending some time in Holly, East Sixth Street and Lady Bird Lake are top sights worth seeing.

Holly

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