Barton Creek Travel Guide

Austin

Panorama aerial view Downtown from Barton Creek in Greenbelt at Zilker Metropolitan Park south Austin with summer blue cloud sky. Located at eastern edge of Hill Country, is the state capital of Texas
Panorama aerial view Downtown from Barton Creek in Greenbelt at Zilker Metropolitan Park south Austin with summer blue cloud sky. Located at eastern edge of Hill Country, is the state capital of Texas
View from resort room

Popular places to visit

Austin

University of Texas at Austin

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Explore the campus of University of Texas at Austin, a top university in Austin. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

University of Texas at Austin
Sixth Street featuring night scenes, nightlife and a city

Sixth Street

4/5(25 reviews)

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.

Sixth Street
Zilker Park featuring a lake or waterhole, a park and skyline

Zilker Park

4.5/5(12 reviews)

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.

Zilker Park
Downtown Austin skyline. Austin is the capital of Texas, USA. Panorama view of the central business district and Lady Bird Lake on the Colorado River.

Moody Center

Catch an event at Moody Center during your trip to Austin. Experience the great live music and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

Moody Center
South Congress featuring signage

South Congress Avenue

4/5(16 reviews)

Nicknamed SoCo, this trendy Austin neighborhood has attracted the attention of famous musicians and presidents, and is home to a huge urban bat colony.

South Congress Avenue
Texas State Capitol which includes an administrative building, a city and heritage architecture

Texas State Capitol

4.5/5(24 reviews)

An architectural marvel that rivals anything you might see in the great cities of Europe.

Texas State Capitol

Things to do

Real Austin Tour

Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide

£36
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide
The Escape Game: Epic 60-Minute Adventures in Austin

The Escape Game: Epic 60-Minute Adventures in Austin

£32
per adult
The Escape Game: Epic 60-Minute Adventures in Austin
Austin: Luggage Storage in Texas Capitol

Austin: Luggage Storage in Texas Capitol

£6
per adult
Austin: Luggage Storage in Texas Capitol
Private 1 Hour Axe Throwing Experience in Texas

Axe Throwing Experience in Austin Texas

£18
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Axe Throwing Experience in Austin Texas
Austin: Lady Bird Lake Nighttime Paddle Board Tour

Austin: Lady Bird Lake Nighttime Paddle Board Tour

£55
per adult
Austin: Lady Bird Lake Nighttime Paddle Board Tour
Sunset Skyline Kayak Tour

Sunset Skyline Kayak Tour

£40
per adult
Sunset Skyline Kayak Tour
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Top hotels in Barton Creek

Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa Austin

Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa Austin

5 out of 5
8212 Barton Club Drive Austin TX
The price is £286 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
£286
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (898 reviews)
Everything was perfect

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa Austin
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

3.5 out of 5
901 Neches Street Austin TX
The price is £119 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
£119
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,442 reviews)
Loud music coming out from the bar by the hotel till 2am. Room service is every other day

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Omni Austin Hotel

Omni Austin Hotel

4 out of 5
700 San Jacinto Blvd Austin TX
The price is £217 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
£217
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,929 reviews)
Great place

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Omni Austin Hotel
citizenM Austin Downtown

citizenM Austin Downtown

4 out of 5
617 COLORADO ST Austin TX
The price is £126 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
£126
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,405 reviews)
Extremely courteous and helpful staff. Rooms are very small.

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

citizenM Austin Downtown
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG

2.5 out of 5
805 Neches Street Austin TX
The price is £112 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
£112
16 Feb - 17 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,076 reviews)
Big rooms

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG
Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown

Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown

3 out of 5
68 Eeast Ave Austin TX
The price is £134 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
£134
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,897 reviews)
Clean and well appointed.

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown
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Other neighbourhoods around Barton Creek

Barton Springs Pool which includes a river or creek and swimming

Barton Hills

If you're spending some time in Barton Hills, Barton Springs Pool and Zilker Botanical Garden are top sights worth seeing.

Barton Hills
A truly undiscovered gem near central Austin. Quiet and pristine nature reserve with peacocks! Short walking trails that allow you to get away from city life and get rejuvenated. You can't help but admire nature's tranquility and let a little of it rub off on you.

Tarrytown

While visiting Tarrytown, you might make a stop by sights like The Contemporary Austin - Laguna Gloria and Lake Austin.

Tarrytown
Downtown Austin Texas Skyline View Zilker Metropolitan Park

Zilker

5/5(1 area review)

While visiting Zilker, you might make a stop by sights like Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum and Lady Bird Lake.

Zilker
Downtown Austin

Bouldin Creek

While visiting Bouldin Creek, you might make a stop by sights like South First Street and Long Center for the Performing Arts.

Bouldin Creek
Congress Avenue Historic District showing signage

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.

Congress Avenue Historic District
Downtown Austin showing street scenes and an administrative building

Downtown Austin

4.5/5(36 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Austin

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