Title: North Central Austin Travel Guide: Best of North Central Austin, Austin Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in North Central Austin](https://expedia.co.uk/North-Central-Austin-Austin-Hotels.0-n6059084-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Austin](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Austin.d178234.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Austin](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Austin.d178234.Travel-Guide-Activities)[North Central Austin Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-North-Central-Austin.d6059084.Car-Hire-Guide)[North Central Austin Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/North-Central-Austin.d6059084.Holidays-City-Breaks) # North Central Austin Travel Guide ## Austin ![North Central Austin featuring a bridge and forests](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6059084/498ddf83-f090-4b71-9ce3-d8ba88f0da63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![North Central Austin featuring a bridge and forests](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6059084/498ddf83-f090-4b71-9ce3-d8ba88f0da63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![North Central Austin which includes vehicle touring and a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6059084/75c10121-f644-4d99-8ec0-4f513d67d8c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![North Central Austin which includes a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6059084/13ff8254-bbd9-4e05-9148-80614d88afb3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![North Central Austin which includes a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6059084/3a6fea02-5ed7-47e0-be10-5e89cf38dd56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit North Central Austin Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Austin travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Austin.dx178234) #### A blossoming area just a few miles north of Downtown Austin, this part of the city is becoming the new favourite spot among tech startups, students and families alike. North Central Austin is located just north of the bustle of downtown. It offers tranquility and convenience all in one. Discover the various attractions of this burgeoning district, from shopping to sports to scenic tree-lined streets. Although it has no strict borders, North Central Austin is generally assumed to cover the area just north of Downtown Austin. Wander around these suburban neighbourhoods, which are quieter than Austin’s centre. Shop while enjoying the sunny Texas weather at the Domain, an open-air shopping centre that houses over a hundred stores. Meander along landscaped paths and visit specialty shops and restaurants. Browse well-known department stores such as Macy’s and Neiman Marcus. The University of Texas at Austin sits just south of North Central Austin. Explore its pristine campus, notable for its red-roofed, light-colored buildings and lush green spaces. With a student body numbering in excess of 50,000, you’ll always find something happening on campus. On game day, show your team spirit and cheer on the Texas Longhorns alongside the rest of the city. As the flagship campus in the University of Texas System, UT Austin has many cultural attractions including 17 libraries and seven museums. Browse the collections in the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum. Go to the top floor to view a recreation of the Oval Office as it stood during Johnson’s presidency. The Blanton Museum of Art features an extensive collection of thousands of pieces by some of history’s most famous artists. North Central Austin has become a hub for students, young professionals and families. Its convenient location has also made it a popular base for tech startups. Walk around this exciting area and see for yourself what all the buzz is about. For a change of scene, remember that Downtown Austin is just a few miles south. --- ### Popular places to visit #### Austin Community College Highland Explore the campus of Austin Community College Highland during your visit to Austin. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Austin-Community-College-Highland-Highland.d553248635976705710.Attraction) #### Highland Village Shopping Center You can enjoy retail therapy at Highland Village Shopping Center during your visit to Austin. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Highland-Village-Shopping-Center-Highland.d553248621563218785.Attraction) #### La Frontera Shopping Center You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at La Frontera Shopping Center during your stay in Austin. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/La-Frontera-Shopping-Center-Wooten.d553248621563218790.Attraction) #### Norris Conference Centers Learn about the events happening in Norris Conference Centers during your trip to Austin. Experience the lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Norris-Conference-Centers-Allandale.d6163037.Attraction) #### Austin Art Space Gallery and Studios You can spend time exploring the galleries in Austin Art Space Gallery and Studios during your trip to Austin. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Austin-Art-Space-Gallery-And-Studios-Allandale.d6238233.Attraction) #### North Cross Mall You can search for that perfect souvenir at North Cross Mall during your trip to Austin. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/North-Cross-Mall-Allandale.d6126057.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2174766/e2d474b8-2832-43b6-8930-c3742fcb5ee3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin £96 per adult **84%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/spa-quality-on-demand-massage-austin.a2174766.activity-details) ![Real Austin Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1218487/cad37ef1-48f6-40cf-9501-23b03a6ed223.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide £37 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/best-of-austin-small-group-driving-tour-with-local-guide.a1218487.activity-details) ![Austin Murder Walk ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1347227/7905e7b8-3cf0-440f-8f5b-d5269bdfe21d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Austin Murder Walk £26 per adult **92%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/austin-murder-walk.a1347227.activity-details) ![The Escape Game: Epic 60-Minute Adventures in Austin](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44505363/361c49ae-08e6-4962-93e7-5402140049a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Escape Game: Epic 60-Minute Adventures in Austin £33 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-escape-game-epic-60-minute-adventures-in-austin.a44505363.activity-details) ![The Depths](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3320407/13d5967f-bea4-4367-a3a5-1d0ae474e787.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Escape Game: Epic 60-Minute Adventures in Downtown Austin £33 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-escape-game-epic-60-minute-adventures-in-downtown-austin.a3320407.activity-details) ![Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2575797/7672d934-1174-4bdc-918b-79e8ae814a68.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience £76 per traveller **84%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/two-flight-indoor-skydiving-experience.a2575797.activity-details) [See all activities in Austin](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Austin.d178234.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in North Central Austin ![Best Western Plus Austin Central](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/41300/41255/650a6e79_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Best Western Plus Austin Central 919 East Koenig Lane Austin TX £78 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,072 reviews) We’ve been sent good weather. The rooms are amazing. Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=41255&PinnedHotelID=41255&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6059084) ![Courtyard by Marriott Austin-University Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8200/8172/9142ef0c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Courtyard by Marriott Austin-University Area 5660 N IH 35 Austin TX £82 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ... 8/10 Very Good! (523 reviews) Yes Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=8172&PinnedHotelID=8172&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6059084) ![Hyatt House Austin/Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17070000/17061200/17061159/2f9b4fd6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt House Austin/Downtown 901 Neches Street Austin TX £107 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 ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (2,425 reviews) Excellent, spacious and clean room. Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=17061159&PinnedHotelID=17061159&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6059084) ![Omni Austin Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8600/8540/538fd204_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Omni Austin Hotel 700 San Jacinto Blvd Austin TX £239 21 Feb - 22 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 breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,926 reviews) Great place Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=8540&PinnedHotelID=8540&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6059084) ![citizenM Austin Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92110000/92101800/92101746/1ac2f691_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### citizenM Austin Downtown 617 COLORADO ST Austin TX £133 16 Feb - 17 Feb 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 ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (2,400 reviews) Cleanliness Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=92101746&PinnedHotelID=92101746&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6059084) ![Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12310000/12303000/12302973/b05bedb7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG 805 Neches Street Austin TX £112 12 Feb - 13 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 ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (2,064 reviews) Staff were courteous. Room was spotless Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026&selected=12302973&PinnedHotelID=12302973&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6059084) [See all 405 properties in North Central Austin](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6059084) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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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. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/460/a971ac09-0cad-490c-bf39-7ab464296e99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Tarrytown While visiting Tarrytown, you might make a stop by sights like The Contemporary Austin - Laguna Gloria and Lake Austin. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Austin-Tarrytown.dx553248635976481450) ![default](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129175/ecaa1f68-5180-477e-bc85-d0973d21b008.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### The Domain Great live music beloved sports teams and top sights from Domain Northside to Museum of Ice Cream – discover The Domain, a destination also famous for its entertainment. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Austin-The-Domain.dx6129175) ![Austin, Texas](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976471470/88b14de4-5a5b-4fdf-88a7-92bac4236b4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Austin-Central-East-Austin.dx553248635976471470) ![Downtown Austin showing street scenes and an administrative building](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6059085/ea876a79-05ba-46c9-8155-49e50c60cc4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Austin-Downtown-Austin.dx6059085) ![Congress Avenue Historic District showing signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976472180/30c32ae3-3c0a-4e0e-8b87-11af961c2f96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Austin-Congress-Avenue-Historic-District.dx553248635976472180) ![The Historic Driskill Hotel. Downtown Austin Texas](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/460/a267063f-35f2-4a04-a861-d1eeb8737f22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. 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