Wild Basin Highlands Travel Guide
Austin
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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 entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Sixth Street
Austin’s answer to Bourbon Street really comes alive when the sun goes down. Enjoy live music, delicious food and refreshing drinks here any time of day.
Moody Center
Catch an event at Moody Center during your trip to Austin. Experience the great live music and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Zilker Park
Perched on the banks of a beautiful lake, this centrally located park is an idyllic spot to relax in thermal springs or hike along extensive trails.
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.
Texas State Capitol
An architectural marvel that rivals anything you might see in the great cities of Europe.
Things to do
Double Decker Austin Single Loop Sightseeing Tour
Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
The Escape Game: Epic 60-Minute Adventures in Downtown Austin
Scenic 2HR Austin Guided Lake Tour: Small Group & Full Sun Shade
Top hotels in Wild Basin Highlands
Omni Austin Hotel
Great, close to 6th street and restaurants.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Clean, comfortable with a great breakfast included. I would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown
Everything was perfect!!
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Austin - University Area
The parking charge of $40 a night for an open lot is ridiculous which increased my nightly cost by 25%. Will be staying somewhere else next time.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Austin Capitol / Downtown
Lights weren’t working, room was dirty, and they didn’t say anything about having to pay for parking until we got there. The dirtiest and sketchiest parking lot we’ve ever been in. There was a car that had a broken window and looked abandoned. This was by far the WORST motel I’ve stayed at and would ...
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Aiden Austin City Hotel
The pillows and bed were soooooo comfortable I was very impressed . The free breakfast was good. The bar next door had great drink specials for top shelf liquor. The pool looked very clean . We would definitely stay here again . It was close to downtown and we took the back way to get through congress ...
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Wild Basin Highlands
Tarrytown
While visiting Tarrytown, you might make a stop by sights like The Contemporary Austin - Laguna Gloria and Lake Austin.
Barton Hills
If you're spending some time in Barton Hills, Barton Springs Pool and Zilker Botanical Garden are top sights worth seeing.
Zilker
While visiting Zilker, you might make a stop by sights like Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum and Lady Bird Lake.
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.
Bouldin Creek
While visiting Bouldin Creek, you might make a stop by sights like South First Street and Long Center for the Performing Arts.
Congress Avenue Historic District
If you're spending some time in Congress Avenue Historic District, Sixth Street and Frost Bank Tower are top sights worth seeing.
