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 acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

University of Texas at Austin
Austin Convention Center

Austin Convention Center

4.5/5(5 reviews)

During your trip, find out what's happening in Austin Convention Center, a top convention centre in Austin. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.

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

Zilker Park

4.5/5(7 reviews)

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

Activities

Austin Murder Walk

Austin Murder Walk

AU$71
Per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Austin Murder Walk
2023 Bentley Tritoons with a cooler ice and water bottles

Sunset Boat Tour of Lake Austin Per Person BYOB

AU$59
Per adult
Sunset Boat Tour of Lake Austin Per Person BYOB
Downtown Austin Food Walking Tour

Famous Texas BBQ & Food Tour in Austin

AU$135
Per adult
Famous Texas BBQ & Food Tour in Austin
Austin: Downtown Live Music Pub Crawl

Austin: Downtown Live Music Pub Crawl

AU$53
Per adult
Austin: Downtown Live Music Pub Crawl
Lake Austin is fun to explore!

Public Lake Austin Boat Tour with Full Sun Shading

AU$128
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Public Lake Austin Boat Tour with Full Sun Shading
Scenic Austin Night Tour

Scenic Austin Night Tour

AU$143
Per adult
Scenic Austin Night Tour
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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$115 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
AU$115
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
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! (1,007 reviews)
"Staff was excellent, hotel was excellent and the location is not too far from The Concourse Project 🙂🎉"

Reviewed on 19 Nov. 2024

Ramada by Wyndham Austin South
Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown
Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown
2 out of 5
9121 N Interstate Hwy 35, Austin, TX
The price is AU$121 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$121
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
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! (2,142 reviews)
"An oasis.....need s more signage. I thought maps showed you. on west side of I-35. You are on Eastside. Access entrance/ exit a bit risky. Breakfast could be extended to 9am."

Reviewed on 20 Nov. 2024

Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown
citizenM Austin Downtown
citizenM Austin Downtown
4 out of 5
617 COLORADO ST, Austin, TX
The price is AU$125 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
AU$125
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
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! (1,129 reviews)
"Very artsy. Helpful staff. (The girls on night shift were particularly helpful and accommodating.) The rooms are very small but very clean and modern. It was kind of like tiny houses only tiny hotel living. Comfy bed and pillows. Convenient location for downtown access. If you are a minimalist than ..."

Reviewed on 18 Nov. 2024

citizenM Austin Downtown
Omni Austin Hotel
Omni Austin Hotel
4 out of 5
700 San Jacinto Blvd, Austin, TX
The price is AU$247 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
AU$247
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,495 reviews)
"no wifi...had to pay extra for it."

Reviewed on 20 Nov. 2024

Omni Austin Hotel
Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown
Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown
3 out of 5
68 Eeast Ave, Austin, TX
The price is AU$178 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
AU$178
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (949 reviews)
"The room and hotel was amazing. Only complaint is the bed sunk in the middle slept terrible for the days we were there."

Reviewed on 19 Nov. 2024

Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown
Fairmont Austin
Fairmont Austin
4 out of 5
101 Red River St, Austin, TX
The price is AU$410 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
AU$410
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Austin. Enjoy a full-service spa, 6 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,048 reviews)
"Amazing"

Reviewed on 20 Nov. 2024

Fairmont 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.

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

Franklin Park Travel Guide

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