Red River Cultural District Travel Guide
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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.
Austin Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Austin Convention Center during your trip to Austin. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Texas State Capitol
A glorious, sunset-red granite structure that overlooks the city on one of Austin's highest points.
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 Red River Cultural District
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG
Clean, fresh room
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Great. I stay here every year for AFF
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Hotel Indigo Austin Downtown - University by IHG
The room was clean, the shower is very spacious & the water pressure is AMAZING! Loved the wall decor, the art, the colors that were used to make the room POP we’re perfect! Downside city view was not anything like I was expecting it to be but besides that I still enjoyed & loved my stay.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Downright Austin, A Renaissance Hotel
Unusually good and enjoyable walk-in shower. Spacious room, excellent breakfast, very friendly staff.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Omni Austin Hotel
didn’t have breakfast at the Omni
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Tru By Hilton Austin NW Arboretum, TX
Nicely kept property and great service. The rooms were clean and well kept.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Red River Cultural 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.
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.
Capitol District
If you're spending some time in Capitol District, Texas State Capitol and Capitol Visitors Center 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.
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.
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.
Red River Cultural District Travel Guide
- University of Texas at Austin
- Sixth Street
- Austin Convention Center
- Texas State Capitol
- Zilker Park
- Lake Austin
- South Congress Avenue
- Moody Theater
- Lady Bird Lake
- Rainey Street
- Barton Springs Pool
- Round Rock Sports Center
- Palmer Events Center
- Lakeline Mall
- Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum
- McKinney Falls State Park
- Dell Technologies HQ
- Colorado River
- Arboretum at Great Hills Mall
