North Central Austin, TX

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A wooden bridge with metal railings over a forested area.
A park with a gravel path, benches, and a road with a car.
A forested path with trees and greenery.
A park with a dirt path, green grass, a bench, and trees. There are cars on the road in the background.
A dirt path bordered by grass and trees, leading into a wooded area.

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 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 neighborhoods, which are quieter than Austin’s center.

Shop while enjoying the sunny Texas weather at the Domain, an open-air shopping center 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.


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Holiday Inn Austin Midtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Austin Midtown by IHG

3 out of 5
6000 Middle Fiskville Rd Austin TX
$93 nightly
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Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

3.5 out of 5
901 Neches Street Austin TX
$111 nightly
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citizenM Austin Downtown

citizenM Austin Downtown

4 out of 5
617 COLORADO ST Austin TX
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The Code Hotel

The Code Hotel

4 out of 5
2323 S Lamar Blvd Austin TX
$150 nightly
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Hotel Van Zandt

Hotel Van Zandt

4 out of 5
605 Davis Street Austin TX
$201 nightly
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Placemakr Austin Downtown, Apartments by Hilton

Placemakr Austin Downtown, Apartments by Hilton

4.5 out of 5
710 E 3rd St Austin TX
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$120 nightly
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Where to stay in North Central Austin

Find the best North Central Austin areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about North Central Austin
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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.

The Domain

The Domain is known for its great live music, and with sights like Domain Northside and Cap City Comedy Club, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Austin.

Lower Basin Lake Travis

If you're spending some time in Lower Basin Lake Travis, Lake Travis and Hippie Hollow are top sights worth seeing.

South Congress

The ample dining options and beautiful river views are top of the list for many visitors to South Congress. A stop by South Congress Avenue or South First Street might round out your trip.

Bouldin Creek

If you're spending some time in Bouldin Creek, South First Street and Long Center for the Performing Arts are top sights worth seeing.



North Central Austin, TX

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