Barton Hills, TX

Austin

A city park with a swimming area, surrounded by trees and modern buildings.
A river surrounded by dense green trees.
A city skyline with modern skyscrapers and a dense green forest in the foreground.
A park with a stone wall, benches, and a view of a river with boats.
A river with a bridge, surrounded by dense green trees and a clear blue sky.

Stay near popular Barton Hills attractions

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Zilker Park

9.0/10 (5,278 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.
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Things to do

Lake Austin Sunset Boat Cruise – 1 - Hour Scenic Tour BYOB

Lake Austin Sunset Boat Cruise – 1 - Hour Scenic Tour BYOB

$39
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Lake Austin Sunset Boat Cruise – 1 - Hour Scenic Tour BYOB
Weird Austin City Tour

Weird Austin City Tour

$60
per adult
Weird Austin City Tour
Ultimate cat experience at Austin's only cat cafe

Ultimate cat experience at Austin's cat cafe

$25
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Ultimate cat experience at Austin's cat cafe
Lake Austin is fun to explore!

Lake Austin Scenic History Tour 2Hr, Fully Shaded, AM, PM, Sunset

$59
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Lake Austin Scenic History Tour 2Hr, Fully Shaded, AM, PM, Sunset
Downtown Sunset Tandem Kayak with 1.5M Bats

Downtown Sunset Tandem Kayak with 1.5M Bats

$54
per adult
Downtown Sunset Tandem Kayak with 1.5M Bats
Austin’s Haunted Ghost & Murder Tour

Austin’s Haunted Ghost & Murder Tour

$30
per adult
Austin’s Haunted Ghost & Murder Tour
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Where to stay in Barton Hills

Find the best Barton Hills areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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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.

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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.

A street with various shops including a bookstore, a jewelry store, and a boot store.

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.

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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.

Barton Hills, TX

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