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.

Moody Center
Catch an event at Moody Center during your trip to Austin. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

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.

Zilker Park
Perched on the banks of a beautiful lake, this centrally located park is an idyllic spot to relax in thermal springs or hike along extensive trails.
Things to do

Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide

Lake Austin Scenic History Tour 2-Hour, Fully Shaded, All Ages
Top hotels in Waller Creek District

Fairmont Austin
Yes very clean
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Hilton Austin
The Bed was Very Uncomfortable! We wished there was a Shop in the Hotel for Drinks and Snacks.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Hyatt Place Austin Downtown
Great location, rooms were clean, staff was quick in fixing any issues I had.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

Placemakr Downtown Austin
This property was great, especially for the price! We were able to walk all over downtown and East Austin, as well as down to the bat bridge from our room. Having a kitchen and separate sleeping area was really nice as well. We enjoyed watching the bats fly and the nighttime skyline from the ...
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Austin Marriott Downtown
Staff is attentive and friendly, room was clean and modern, and restaurant was delicious.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Tommie Austin, part of Jdv by Hyatt
Pool was lovely and warm for our stay. Clean and easy to access. The rooms are on the smaller side, I would say really for one person than a couple, and can her noise from the bars below.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 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.

