You're spoiled for sightseeing choice in Downtown Austin. University of Texas at Austin is a good place to kick off here, but there are lots of other interesting spots to appreciate. Texas State Capitol, Zilker Park, and Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum are close to the modern university and will fill in your day nicely.
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The Carpenter Hotel
Zilker
Price was $849, price is now $561 per person
$561
per person
Jan 28 - Feb 1
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Austin (AUS)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (807 reviews)
The staff here is always amazing, super nice, and accommodating. The rooms are always very clean. It’s a great location. Only good things to say about this place.
Reviewed on Dec 6, 2025
Austin Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels
Downtown Austin
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $1,290, price is now $788 per person
$788
per person
Feb 14 - Feb 17
found 18 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Chicago (CHI) to Austin (AUS)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (340 reviews)
Antonio and Giulio !! The best in this hotel
Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025
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Double Decker Austin Single Loop Sightseeing Tour
Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
9.6 out of 10 with 32 reviews
Free cancellation available
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Greenbelter Safari Hikes
Activity duration is 4 hours
Free cancellation available
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Activity duration is 4 hours
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Austin: Single or Double Kayak Rental
Activity duration is 2 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
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Per Person Shared Boat Cruise thru Lake Austin Lights
Activity duration is 45 minutes
Free cancellation available
Reviews of University of Texas at Austin
4.4
Top Destination
5/5 - Excellent
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4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
BASS CONCERT HALL IS A GREAT VENUE FOR SHOWS. TRAFFIC IS HORRIBLE THROUGH DOWNTOWN AUSTIN AT ALL TIMES OF DAY AND NIGHT.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
LBJohnson Presidential Museum was educational.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Just drove around, did visit LBJ Libr ary
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
Traffic is terrible around the University. Take an Uber!
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Visit the Ransom Center at UT if possible. Very interesting.
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University of Texas Tower
4.5/5(507 reviews)
Learn about the local history of Austin when you spend time at University of Texas Tower. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this vibrant area.
Blanton Museum of Art
4/5(166 reviews)
A premier gallery covering all of the crucial art movements of the last few centuries.
Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum
4.5/5(272 reviews)
Take a detailed exploration of Texan history through a collection that includes Native American pottery and a Civil War gunboat.
Texas Memorial Museum
Discover millions of years of scientific history, from dinosaurs to DNA.
LBJ Presidential Library
4/5(426 reviews)
Browse the thousands of items at this museum and library to gain insight into 1960s America and the life of Lyndon B. Johnson, the president for most of the decade.
Frank Erwin Center
4.5/5(158 reviews)
Catch an event at Frank Erwin Center, and enjoy other activities in Austin such as biking. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.
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810 Red River St Austin TX
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617 COLORADO ST Austin TX
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300 E 11th St Austin TX
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