Capitol District Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Texas State Capitol
A glorious, sunset-red granite structure that overlooks the city on one of Austin's highest points.
University of Texas at Austin
Explore the campus of University of Texas at Austin, a top university in Austin. Experience the fascinating museums 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.
Austin Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Austin Convention Center during your trip to Austin. Discover the entertainment choices in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Zilker Park
Paddle a canoe, hike along the extensive trails or unwind in the thermal springs of this idyllic park on the banks of a beautiful lake.
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.
Top hotels in Capitol District
Hilton Garden Inn Austin University Capitol District
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Austin Capitol / Downtown
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025
DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown Capitol
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025
citizenM Austin Downtown
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025
Austin Southpark Hotel
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025
Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Capitol District
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.
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.
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.
Central East Austin
If you're spending some time in Central East Austin, George Washington Carver Museum and Franklin Barbecue 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.
Bouldin Creek
While visiting Bouldin Creek, you might make a stop by sights like South First Street and Long Center for the Performing Arts.
- Texas State Capitol
- University of Texas at Austin
- Sixth Street
- Austin Convention Center
- Zilker Park
- Lake Austin
- South Congress Avenue
- Moody Theater
- Lady Bird Lake
- Barton Springs Pool
- Rainey Street
- Arboretum at Great Hills Mall
- Palmer Events Center
- Round Rock Sports Center
- McKinney Falls State Park
- Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum
- Lakeline Mall
- Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
- Colorado River
- Dell Diamond