Waller Creek District Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Texas State Capitol
A glorious, sunset-red granite structure that overlooks the city on one of Austin's highest points.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Waller Creek District
Thompson Austin, by Hyatt
Excellent service and beautiful hotel. We will be back again
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Hyatt Place Austin Downtown
Nice hotel. Comfortable beds. Clean and good water pressure. Right around the corner there was a good bbq restaurants and also within walking distance there is the Capitol, and 6th street. Expensive valet!
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Fairmont Austin
Loved this hotel. A fancy place for a mother daughter trip. We loved it all
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Austin Downtown
Our AC was broken, but the staff moved us as soon as we brought it to their attention with no trouble. Great stay
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Austin Marriott Downtown
Very nice hotel only thing I wasn't very happy with is the extra fees I had to pay for each day
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Placemakr Downtown Austin
Location
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Waller Creek District
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
