What to do in Central Austin, TX

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Central Austin

Central Austin Attractions

Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Central Austin has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Central Austin, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Central Austin with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Places of interest in Central Austin

Central Austin is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Central Austin, and make it a breeze to explore Central Austin and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Central Austin to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit to Central Austin, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Central Austin.

Central Austin attractions

Central Austin has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Central Austin to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Central Austin.

Looking for things to do in Central Austin can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Central Austin or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Central Austin attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!


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Downtown Austin showing street scenes and an administrative building

Downtown Austin

4.5/5(36 area reviews)

This happening area is the place to go for the top-quality entertainment, dining and shopping that has made Austin famous.

Downtown Austin
North Central Austin featuring a bridge and forests

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.

North Central Austin
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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.

East Cesar Chavez
Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum showing a park and a statue or sculpture

Zilker

5/5(1 area review)

While visiting Zilker, you might make a stop by sights like Zilker Park and Lady Bird Lake.

Zilker
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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.

Central East Austin
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Barton Hills

While you're in Barton Hills, take in top sights like Barton Springs Pool and jump on the metro at Zilker Zephyr Station to see more of the city.

Barton Hills

Day trip destinations from Central Austin