North Central Austin Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

North Central Austin showing a bridge and forests
North Central Austin featuring a park and touring
North Central Austin featuring a garden
North Central Austin showing a park
North Central Austin

This unofficial district caters to the students of the University of Texas and has plenty of dining and shopping options.

“North Central” isn’t even a thing, but that doesn’t stop the real estate agents from raving about its well-kept, tree-lined streets and “location, location, location”. NCA illustrates what gentrification can do to once humble neighbourhoods. The high-end shops in The Domain and Arbor Walk malls confirm that you’re in Austin’s high-tech boomtown. Grab a breakfast taco from a food truck then duck into the book and record shops along “The Drag” near the UT campus.


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Our pick of the best North Central Austin Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Austin Midtown by IHG
Holiday Inn Austin Midtown by IHG
3 out of 5
6000 Middle Fiskville Rd, Austin, TX
The price is AU$199 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$199
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Very happy with overall hotel offerings. Bathroom amenities could be amended for comfortable use by tall person (namely the toilet bowl was too low in height)."

Reviewed on 19 Jun. 2025

Holiday Inn Austin Midtown by IHG
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Austin North
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Austin North
3 out of 5
7622 I-35 North, Austin, TX
The price is AU$118 per night from 29 June to 30 June
AU$118
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7/10 Good! (1,113 reviews)
"Friendly staff"

Reviewed on 16 Jun. 2025

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Austin North
Best Western Plus Austin Central
Best Western Plus Austin Central
2.5 out of 5
919 East Koenig Lane, North I-35 at Exit 238A, Austin, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$156 per night from 30 June to 1 July
AU$156
30 June - 1 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"i liked how clean everything was and i liked the breakfast"

Reviewed on 17 Jun. 2025

Best Western Plus Austin Central
Courtyard by Marriott Austin-University Area
Courtyard by Marriott Austin-University Area
3 out of 5
5660 N IH 35, Austin, TX
The price is AU$192 per night from 27 June to 28 June
AU$192
27 June - 28 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (386 reviews)
Excellent
"Excellent service, great location, nice environment, enough parking lot."

Reviewed on 9 Jun. 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Austin-University Area
citizenM Austin Downtown
citizenM Austin Downtown
4 out of 5
617 COLORADO ST, Austin, TX
The price is AU$202 per night from 1 July to 2 July
AU$202
1 July - 2 July
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! (1,748 reviews)
"An Amazing Stay! I had an incredible experience at this hotel! The artwork throughout the property is absolutely beautiful and gives the space such a unique and welcoming atmosphere. The employees were kind, professional, and went above and beyond to make my stay comfortable. My room was clean, stylish, ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jun. 2025

citizenM Austin Downtown
Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown
Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown
2 out of 5
9121 N Interstate Hwy 35, Austin, TX
The price is AU$110 per night from 24 June to 25 June
AU$110
24 June - 25 June
includes taxes & fees
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! (2,485 reviews)
"Convenient, great price, and comfortable place to sleep"

Reviewed on 21 Jun. 2025

Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown
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 North Central Austin

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Tarrytown

While visiting Tarrytown, you might make a stop by sights like The Contemporary Austin - Laguna Gloria and Lake Austin.

Tarrytown
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The Domain

Great live music beloved sports teams and top sights from Domain Northside to Museum of Ice Cream – discover The Domain, a destination also famous for its entertainment.

The Domain
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Central East Austin

If you're spending some time in Central East Austin, UFCU Disch-Falk Field and George Washington Carver Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Central East Austin
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Westfield

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

Westfield
Downtown Austin showing 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

North Central Austin Travel Guide

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