Where to stay · Most central
Most central neighbourhoods in Austin
Where to stay in Austin to minimise transit time — the best-located neighbourhoods for accessing major sights, transport hubs, and restaurants on foot.
Top pick for most central
Downtown & Capitol District
Convention-district Austin — the Texas Capitol, Congress Avenue, and the western end of 6th Street.
Downtown & Capitol District
Top pickConvention-district Austin — the Texas Capitol, Congress Avenue, and the western end of 6th Street.
9/10
Walk
3/10
Price
4/10
Local
10/10
Central
6th Street & East Austin
GoodAustin's live music heartland — 6th Street bars, Rainey Street, and East Austin's taco-truck scene.
9/10
Walk
6/10
Price
6/10
Local
9/10
Central
South Congress & South Lamar
Trade-offHipster Austin at its most complete — vintage boutiques, food trucks, Barton Springs Pool, and SoCo charm.
8/10
Walk
5/10
Price
7/10
Local
7/10
Central
The Domain & North Austin
Trade-offAustin's tech hub — Apple, Amazon, and Samsung campuses alongside the Domain's outdoor mall.
7/10
Walk
7/10
Price
5/10
Local
4/10
Central
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