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McKinney Falls State Park
Picturesque trails for hikers and bikers, pristine creeks and cascading falls for swimmers and fishermen just a short drive from the city centre.

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.

Austin Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening at Austin Convention Center, a top convention center in Austin. Discover the entertainment choices in this vibrant area, or seek out the biking trails.

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

Texas State Capitol
A glorious, sunset-red granite structure that overlooks the city on one of Austin's highest points.

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 check out its top-notch restaurants.

Zilker Park
Paddle a canoe, hike along the extensive trails or unwind in the thermal springs of this idyllic park on the banks of a beautiful lake.

Lady Bird Lake
Slicing through the centre of Austin is this oasis for watersports, hiking, biking and some plain old relaxing.
Areas of Southeast Austin

East Riverside - Oltorf
While visiting East Riverside - Oltorf, you might make a stop by sights like Lady Bird Lake and Colorado River.

Franklin Park
Check out the live music, restaurants, and shopping while spending some time in Franklin Park. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighborhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like McKinney Falls State Park or Austin Department of Veterans Affairs.

Montopolis
Visitors to Montopolis enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Colorado River is worth a stop.

McKinney
McKinney might not have many top sights, but McKinney Falls State Park and Austin Department of Veterans Affairs are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Pleasant Valley
If you're spending some time in Pleasant Valley, Lady Bird Lake and Colorado River are top sights worth seeing.

Elmhurst Heights
When in Elmhurst Heights, you can plan a visit to Sixth Street and Lady Bird Lake, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.