Gateway Travel Guide
Austin
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 acclaimed theatre scene 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.
Austin Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Austin Convention Center during your trip to Austin. Discover the lively festivals 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
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Top hotels in Gateway
Sonesta ES Suites Austin The Domain Area
We loved staying at the Sonesta. Friendly staff, excellent location and everything we needed in the room.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Sonesta Simply Suites Austin The Domain Area
Staff members knocked on the door two separate times in the morning for an “inventory check”… never had anyone disturb the room in the morning before check out, strange event.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Omni Austin Hotel
Check in was easy! Vallet was efficient and friendly! Room was comfortable and clean. Fitness center has Peleton equipment and was spacious- free weights and machines were up to date and well kept. The location was perfect for easy access to great restaurants and 6th street. We will definitely stay ...
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Austin Capitol / Downtown
Pros: Staff was nice, convenient location near bus routes and downtown Cons: Black smudges on walls, bath faucet detached from wall, intense mold smell in room, bathroom floor sticky, nightly parking fee to park on-site
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Fairmont Austin
This hotel is in the middle of downtown Austin. It is very loud and has a lot of homeless in the area. There is construction right. Ow and it was very difficult to get to the property. Check-in was great. Helpful customer service. Parking is $55 for self parking. I was told if I wanted to valet it ...
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown
Everything was great
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gateway
The Domain
You'll love the great live music in The Domain, and you might want to stick around to check out Domain Northside, a top place to visit.
North Central Austin
Consider a visit to Highland Village Shopping Center and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in North Central Austin. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Crestview Station or Highland Station.
Three Points
While you're in Three Points, take in top sights like Austin's Park and jump on the metro at Howard Station to see more of the city.
Tarrytown
While visiting Tarrytown, you might make a stop by sights like The Contemporary Austin - Laguna Gloria and Lions Municipal Golf Course.
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.
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.
