Rainey Street Historic District Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Rainey Street
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Rainey Street during your visit to Austin. Discover the lively bars and great live music in this vibrant area.
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.
South Congress Avenue
Nicknamed SoCo, this trendy Austin neighborhood has attracted the attention of famous musicians and presidents, and is home to a huge urban bat colony.
Things to do
Haunted Austin Walking History Tour
Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide
Austin Museum of Illusions Admission Ticket
Double Decker Austin Single Loop Sightseeing Tour
Top hotels in Rainey Street Historic District
Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown
Everything about the place is great, only complaint is the AC feels a bit weak and there’s a great deal of road noise from the highway that is unavoidable.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown
The location is great. Across an alley to great restaurants. I found the housekeeper supervisor rude. I think he was trying to be macho in front of his staff. I still left housekeeping a nice tip.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Hotel Van Zandt
Great
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Austin -Town Lake by IHG
A perfect rating is in order. Very clean, in a safe area and within walking distance of Rainey District (and 6th street if you don’t mind getting a few steps in!) Public transportation is also available and I was able to get to the hotel from the airport for $1.25 on a direct bus. The staff is incredible. ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
ROOST Rainey
Everything was great
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Natiivo
The place was decent. Elevators took forever and would sometimes open on random floors as well. Be careful booking via Expedia. They list the same details for all the rooms but some were different. I booked a room that specified if had a furnished balcony and city views. Neither were true. The desk ...
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Rainey Street Historic District
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.
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.
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.
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.
South River City
If you're spending some time in South River City, South Congress Avenue and Lady Bird Lake are top sights worth seeing.
Bouldin Creek
While visiting Bouldin Creek, you might make a stop by sights like South First Street and Long Center for the Performing Arts.
