Island Way Travel Guide
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 acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Sixth Street
A real Austin icon, Sixth Street has brewery bars, nightclubs and live music venues that are always pumping.
Austin Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Austin Convention Center, a top convention centre in Austin. Discover the entertainment choices in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
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.
South Congress Avenue
“SoCo” could stand for So Cool. Its quirky, neon-lit 1930s shop fronts help Keep Austin Weird, as the city’s slogan goes.
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
Austin Boat Tour with Full Sun Shading Available
Austin Red River Street Food Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Island Way Hotel Deals
![Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/27700/27616/2d27203c_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2024
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Reviewed on 28 Jun. 2024
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Reviewed on 21 Jun. 2024
![Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96270000/96265200/96265159/5d86c03c_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 26 Jun. 2024
![Omni Austin Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8600/8540/12872ddf_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 28 Jun. 2024
![Hyatt House Austin/Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17070000/17061200/17061159/a5e2ee95_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 27 Jun. 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Island Way
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Tarrytown
While visiting Tarrytown, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Austin and Colorado River.
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Clarksville
While visiting Clarksville, you might make a stop by sights like West Sixth Street and West Austin Park.
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West Campus
While there might not be top attractions in West Campus, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sixth Street and University of Texas Tower.
![Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum showing a park and a statue or sculpture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/333000/333173-Umlauf-Sculpture-Garden-And-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Zilker
While visiting Zilker, you might make a stop by sights like Zilker Park and Lady Bird Lake.
![Downtown Austin showing street scenes and an administrative building](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/124000/124426-Austin.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Downtown Austin
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.
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Barton Hills
If you're spending some time in Barton Hills, Barton Springs Pool and Zilker Park are top sights worth seeing.