Capitol District Travel Guide

Austin

A large, historic building with a prominent dome and symmetrical architecture.
A large neoclassical building with a prominent dome and columns, surrounded by trees and people.
A modern building with a glass ceiling, columns, and a patterned floor.
A large, illuminated government building with a prominent dome and columns at night.
A large government building with a prominent dome and columns, surrounded by a well-maintained park with trees and a pathway.

Stay near popular Capitol District attractions

Texas State Capitol

9.2/10 (7,626 reviews)
An architectural marvel that rivals anything you might see in the great cities of Europe.
See properties

Things to do

1 hr Lake Austin Boat Cruise. BYOB

1 hr Lake Austin Boat Cruise. BYOB (Shared - Single Tickets)

Rp704.535
per adult
1 hr Lake Austin Boat Cruise. BYOB (Shared - Single Tickets)
Austin Murder Walk

Austin Murder Walk

Rp632.275
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Austin Murder Walk
Austin Museum of Illusions Admission Ticket

Austin Museum of Illusions Admission Ticket

Rp685.567
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Austin Museum of Illusions Admission Ticket
Austin’s Haunted Ghost & Murder Tour

Austin’s Haunted Ghost & Murder Tour

Rp541.950
per adult
Austin’s Haunted Ghost & Murder Tour
Double Decker Austin Single Loop Sightseeing Tour

Double Decker Austin Single Loop Sightseeing Tour

Rp664.973
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Double Decker Austin Single Loop Sightseeing Tour
Zombie Apocalypse Survival Experience

Zombie Apocalypse Survival Experience

Rp632.275
per adult
Zombie Apocalypse Survival Experience
See all activities in Austin

Where to stay in Capitol District

Find the best Capitol District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A city street with a large domed building in the background, surrounded by trees and various vehicles.

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.

A coastal landscape with a large tree trunk, rocky shore, calm turquoise sea, and distant landforms.

Lower Basin Lake Travis

If you're spending some time in Lower Basin Lake Travis, Lake Travis and Hippie Hollow are top sights worth seeing.

An aerial view of a cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings and a parking lot.

The Domain

Great live music beloved sports teams and top sights from Domain Northside to Cap City Comedy Club – discover The Domain, a destination also famous for its entertainment.

A wall with the text "i love you so much." in red.

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.

A sunset over a calm lake with a large cloud formation and distant shoreline.

Lago Vista

Lago Vista is noteworthy for its lake views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lake Travis and Lago Vista Golf Course.

Capitol District Travel Guide