Hays 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 lively festivals 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
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.
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.
Texas State Capitol
A glorious, sunset-red granite structure that overlooks the city on one of Austin's highest points.
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.
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Other neighbourhoods around Hays
Oak Hill
Live music and sporting events are just a few things travellers like about Oak Hill. A stop by South Towne Square is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Barton Hills
If you're spending some time in Barton Hills, Barton Springs Pool and Zilker Park are top sights worth seeing.
South Congress
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.
Zilker
While visiting Zilker, you might make a stop by sights like Zilker Park and Lady Bird Lake.
Bouldin Creek
While visiting Bouldin Creek, you might make a stop by sights like South First Street and Long Center for the Performing Arts.
East Riverside - Oltorf
While visiting East Riverside - Oltorf, you might make a stop by sights like Lady Bird Lake and Colorado River.
- University of Texas at Austin
- Sixth Street
- Lake Travis
- South Congress Avenue
- Lake Austin
- Zilker Park
- Lady Bird Lake
- Moody Theater
- Barton Springs Pool
- Rainey Street
- McKinney Falls State Park
- Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum
- Blanton Museum of Art
- Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
- Mount Bonnell