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 acclaimed theatre scene 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.
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 Waller Creek District
Hyatt Place Austin Downtown
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Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Fairmont Austin
amazing
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Austin Downtown
I stayed in a confortable and clean 1 King room. The staff at this location was kind and welcoming. There was a great snack selection in the lobby for getting a late night bite and putting it on your room. The fitness area was pretty good (free weights, treadmills, flat benches, balance balls, etc). ...
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
The Westin Austin Downtown
Clean everything. Really nice place. Definitely recommend
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Placemakr Downtown Austin
Having a kitchen to cook was amazing. The staff is really helpful. The pool is only 3' deep so it has limited uses. It is an apartment, so kind of what we expected in terms of hearing neighbors above us. Our unit faced the interior courtyard, which was nice that we didn't hear any street noise. The ...
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Thompson Austin, by Hyatt
I like staying at the Thompson, I feel like it’s the best value, everything was great but the rugs look seriously old, worn, stained.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
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.
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.
Waller Creek District Travel Guide
- Austin Convention Center
- University of Texas at Austin
- Sixth Street
- Texas State Capitol
- Zilker Park
- Lake Austin
- South Congress Avenue
- Moody Theater
- Lady Bird Lake
- Rainey Street
- Barton Springs Pool
- Palmer Events Center
- Lakeline Mall
- Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum
- McKinney Falls State Park
- Dell Technologies HQ
