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Haunted Austin Walking History Tour
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Austin: BBQ Guided Food Walking Tour
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Austin: Single or Double Kayak Rental
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Half-Day Hill Country Wine Shuttle From Austin
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Austin: Sunset Bat Watching Kayak Tour
What to do in Central Austin
Popular places to visit
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.
Texas State Capitol
An architectural marvel that rivals anything you might see in the great cities of Europe.
Rainey Street
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Rainey Street during your visit to Austin. Discover the lively bars and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum
Take a detailed exploration of Texan history through a collection that includes Native American pottery and a Civil War gunboat.
Blanton Museum of Art
A premier gallery covering all of the crucial art movements of the last few centuries.
Paramount Theatre
A historic theater in downtown Austin showcases live music, comedy and film screenings.
LBJ Presidential Library
Browse the thousands of items at this museum and library to gain insight into 1960s America and the life of Lyndon B. Johnson, the president for most of the decade.
University of Texas Tower
Learn about the local history of Austin when you take a trip to University of Texas Tower. Discover the top-notch restaurants and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Areas of Central Austin
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.
North Central Austin
A blossoming area just a few miles north of Downtown Austin, this part of the city is becoming the new favorite spot among tech startups, students and families alike.
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.
West Campus
While there might not be top attractions in West Campus, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sixth Street and University of Texas Tower.
Clarksville
While visiting Clarksville, you might make a stop by sights like West Sixth Street and Confederate Soldier Monument.
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