Olympic Heights Travel Guide
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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 lively festivals 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.
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.
Moody Center
Catch an event at Moody Center during your trip to Austin. Experience the entertainment choices and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
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.
Texas State Capitol
A glorious, sunset-red granite structure that overlooks the city on one of Austin's highest points.
Top hotels in Olympic Heights
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Excellent, spacious and clean room.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
citizenM Austin Downtown
Cleanliness
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown
I booked the reservations on line and was greeted by a very nice and friendly lady at the front desk. Our accommodations were very pleasant, very clean rooms and a good breakfast to get us on our way the next day.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG
Staff were courteous. Room was spotless
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown
Quiet, comfortable, lovely stay in downtown Austin
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Austin South
Check in agent was considerate of our preference for room. Room was clean, and door hinges and latches were quiet. The overuse of “room freshener” in the hallway was cloying and way too strong. Otherwise I would have given 5 stars. That strength of “freshener “ is often used to cover up bad ...
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Olympic Heights
Barton Hills
If you're spending some time in Barton Hills, Barton Springs Pool and Zilker Botanical Garden are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Zilker
While visiting Zilker, you might make a stop by sights like Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum and Lady Bird Lake.
Bouldin Creek
While visiting Bouldin Creek, you might make a stop by sights like South First Street and Long Center for the Performing Arts.
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.
East Riverside - Oltorf
While visiting East Riverside - Oltorf, you might make a stop by sights like Lady Bird Lake and Colorado River.
