Central East Austin Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Huston Tillotson University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Huston Tillotson University during your trip to Austin. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
UFCU Disch-Falk Field
Catch an event at UFCU Disch-Falk Field during your trip to Austin. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
George Washington Carver Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at George Washington Carver Museum during your trip to Austin. Discover the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Franklin Barbecue
You can enjoy retail therapy at Franklin Barbecue during your stay in Austin.
Texas Music Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Texas Music Museum during your travels in Austin. Experience the great live music and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Texas State Cemetery
Find out about the history of Austin with a stop at Texas State Cemetery. Discover the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Things to do
Haunted Austin Walking History Tour
Double Decker Austin Single Loop Sightseeing Tour
Austin Museum of Illusions Admission Ticket
Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide
Top hotels in Central East Austin
DoubleTree by Hilton Austin - University Area
The entire facility was clean and inviting. Staff was friendly and efficient. Bartender was great.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hyatt Centric Congress Ave Austin
Great hotel, beautiful room and the staff was wonderful. The room was so nice, and comfortable. First time at a Hyatt and the experience was wonderful.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Hyatt Place Austin Downtown
The staff were great but would not help with luggage. Considering I’m disabled and am not allowed to lift anything heavy they still would not help with luggage. Room was fine and clean however air conditioner extremely noisy and blew on us the whole night. Had to go to pharmacy to get meds for neck. ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Omni Austin Hotel
Excellent place to stay.. We will be back !!
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Fabulous hotel! Everything was clean and first class. Excellent breakfast. Location was perfect. Staff was welcoming and helpful.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Fairmont Austin
Gym was great
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Central East Austin
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.
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.
Congress Avenue Historic District
If you're spending some time in Congress Avenue Historic District, Sixth Street and Paramount Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
East Cesar Chavez
While you're in East Cesar Chavez, take in top sights like East Sixth Street and jump on the metro at Plaza Saltillo Station to see more of the city.
Rainey Street Historic District
The abundant dining options and lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Rainey Street Historic District. A stop by Rainey Street or Lady Bird Lake might round out your trip.
Holly
If you're spending some time in Holly, East Sixth Street and Lady Bird Lake are top sights worth seeing.
