East Sixth Street Historic District
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History
Historic East Sixth streetscape near Congress
Discover Austin's vibrant Historic East Sixth Street, a National Register district famed for its intact late-19th-centu…
Jesse Driskill’s original hotel site
Standing at 6th and Brazos, the Romanesque-style Driskill is Austin's oldest operating hotel. Built in 1886 by cattle b…
Pecan Street / Sixth Street
Once known as Pecan Street, Austin’s historic Sixth Street is a vibrant downtown entertainment district famous for its…
Texas Governor’s Mansion
Located just southwest of the Texas Capitol, this historic 1856 Greek Revival mansion is the oldest continuously occupi…
Austin’s first skyscraper site at Sixth and Congress
Stand at the historic corner of Sixth and Congress, the site of Austin's first store and its very first skyscraper. Bui…
Barton Springs Bathhouse
Located in Austin's Zilker Park, the historic 1947 Barton Springs Bathhouse is a National Register-listed landmark. Cur…
Capitol Visitors Center
Housed in Austin's oldest surviving government building, this castle-like 1857 landmark offers interactive exhibits, a…
Downs Field
Stand where legends played at Downs Field, a historic East Austin landmark. Once home to the Negro League's Austin Blac…
East Cesar Chavez Historic District
Explore one of Austin's oldest neighborhoods, where rich history, diverse cultural heritage, and vibrant public art mee…
French Legation State Historic Site
Built in 1841 on an East Austin hilltop, the French Legation is Austin's oldest existing home. Once a diplomatic outpos…
Huston–Tillotson University
Discover Huston–Tillotson University, Austin's oldest institution of higher learning. Established in 1875, this histori…
Jeremiah Hamilton House
This unique, two-story triangular stone house was built in 1871 by Jeremiah Hamilton, a self-taught, formerly enslaved…
Littlefield House
Located on the University of Texas at Austin campus, the historic 1893 Littlefield House is a striking red-brown Victor…
Oakwood Cemetery
Established in 1839, Oakwood Cemetery is Austin's oldest city-owned cemetery. Spanning 40 acres, this historic resting…
Old Bakery and Emporium
Located just steps from the Texas State Capitol, this 1876 historic landmark features a local artisan shop, a gallery s…
Santa Rita Courts
Discover Santa Rita Courts, a historic East Austin public housing community. Completed in 1939, it was the first projec…
Scarbrough Building
Stand at the historic corner of Congress Avenue and Sixth Street to admire the Scarbrough Building, Austin's first skys…
Symphony Square
Nestled in downtown Austin, Symphony Square is a historic complex featuring four limestone buildings, a 350-seat stone…
Texas African American History Memorial
Located on the Texas State Capitol grounds, this striking 27-foot-tall bronze monument by sculptor Ed Dwight chronicles…
The Littlefield Home
This striking 1893 Victorian home on the University of Texas at Austin campus was built for Civil War veteran and cattl…
The Six Pack
Discover "The Six Pack," a collection of six historic, red-roofed buildings framing the University of Texas at Austin's…
Travis Heights-Fairview Park Historic District
Explore Austin's first historic district south of the river. This scenic 353-acre residential neighborhood features win…
Victory Grill
Established in 1945 on Austin's Eastside, the historic Victory Grill is one of Texas's oldest blues venues and a legend…
Walter Tips Building
Located on Congress Avenue, the historic Walter Tips Building is an 1876 Victorian Italianate masterpiece designed by J…
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Landmarks
Antone’s exterior and marquee
Admire the vintage marquee and ornate facade of Antone’s, Downtown Austin’s iconic 'Home of the Blues.' Established in…
Austin Motel
Operating on South Congress Avenue since 1938, the historic Austin Motel is a beloved retro motor court. Famous for its…
Barton Springs Archaeological and Historical District
Dive into Austin's history at this historic district centered on Barton Springs Pool. Inhabited for 10,000 years, this…
Congress Avenue Bridge
Spanning Lady Bird Lake in downtown Austin, this concrete arch bridge is famous for hosting the world's largest urban b…
Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium
Located on the University of Texas campus, this historic 100,119-capacity stadium has been the home of Longhorns footba…
Moonlight Towers
Standing 165 feet tall, Austin's historic Moonlight Towers are the only surviving structures of their kind in the world…
Rainey Street
Located in downtown Austin, Rainey Street is a historic district where charming, early 20th-century bungalow homes have…
Sixth Street
Discover Sixth Street, Austin's iconic historic corridor and legendary entertainment district. Formerly known as Pecan…
South Congress Avenue Historic Corridor
Stretching from Lady Bird Lake, South Congress Avenue—affectionately known as SoCo—is Austin's iconic, walkable corrido…
The University of Texas Tower
Rising 307 feet at the heart of the University of Texas campus, the iconic UT Tower is a New Classicist masterpiece des…
University of Texas at Austin Main Campus
Explore the historic heart of the University of Texas at Austin. Known as the "Forty Acres," this vibrant 423.5-acre ca…
Hotel San José
Tucked behind stucco walls in Austin's lively South Congress neighborhood, this 1930s motor court has been transformed…
Mueller Control Tower
Standing as a vibrant relic of Austin's aviation history, this iconic 1961 control tower features distinct blue panels…
Stubb’s street corner gateway frontage
This iconic street corner gateway in downtown Austin marks the entrance to Stubb's, a legendary live-music and barbecue…
Travis Heights Neighborhood
Explore Travis Heights, a historic South Austin neighborhood famous for its winding, tree-lined streets, diverse archit…
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Museums
LBJ Presidential Library
Explore the legacy of America's 36th president at the LBJ Presidential Library in Austin. Located on the University of…
Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center
Overlooking Lady Bird Lake, this vibrant cultural center celebrates Mexican American and Latino arts. Reopened in 2026…
George Washington Carver Museum, Cultural and Genealogy Center
Discover Texas's first neighborhood museum dedicated to African American history and culture. Housed in a historic 1926…
Museum of Illusions Austin
Step into a world of wonder at the Museum of Illusions Austin. This interactive edutainment museum features over 50 min…
Neills-Cochran House Museum
Step back in time at this 1855 Greek Revival landmark, one of Austin's most important historic residences. Designed by…
O. Henry Museum
Step back in time at this charming 1880s Queen Anne-style cottage, the former home of legendary short-story writer O. H…
Susanna Dickinson Museum
Explore the Susanna Dickinson Museum, the only surviving home of the famous Alamo survivor. Built in 1869, this histori…
The Cathedral (Canopy)
The Cathedral, famously known as the Cathedral of Junk, is a whimsical, multi-level folk-art installation in Austin. Cr…
The Contemporary Austin
Located in downtown Austin, The Contemporary Austin is the city's primary contemporary art museum. Housed in the histor…
Women & Their Work
Located in Central Austin, Women & Their Work is a trailblazing nonprofit arts organization showcasing contemporary art…
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Parks and outdoors
Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail
Spanning 10 miles around Lady Bird Lake, the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail is Austin's premier urban path. It…
Barton Springs Natural Springs Area
Nestled in Austin's Zilker Park, this natural oasis features four natural springs fed by the Edwards Aquifer. Enjoy yea…
Lady Bird Lake
Lady Bird Lake is a scenic, 416-acre reservoir stretching through downtown Austin. Formerly known as Town Lake, this vi…
Zilker Park Great Lawn Festival Grounds
As the vibrant heart of Austin’s oldest metropolitan park, the Great Lawn is a massive year-round hub for outdoor recre…
Zilker Park Historic District
Explore Austin's oldest metropolitan park, a historic 350-acre retreat at the juncture of Barton Creek and Lady Bird La…
Brush Square
Discover Brush Square, one of Austin's original 1839 public squares. Today, this historic park is home to a collection…
Edward Rendon Sr. Park at Festival Beach
Located on the north shore of Lady Bird Lake, this expansive 131-acre park offers scenic trails, a free boat ramp, and…
Waterloo Park
Discover Waterloo Park, an 11-acre urban oasis in downtown Austin. As the vibrant first phase of the Waterloo Greenway,…
Wooldridge Square
Wooldridge Square is a historic, bowl-shaped downtown Austin park designated in the city's original 1839 plan. Featurin…
Zilker Botanical Garden
Established in 1960, Zilker Botanical Garden is a historic midcentury site located atop a hill in Zilker Park. It featu…
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Event Venue
Austin City Limits Festival Grounds
Located in South Austin's Zilker Park, the Austin City Limits Festival Grounds host one of the nation's premier music f…
Austin City Limits Live at the Moody Theater
Discover Austin City Limits Live at the Moody Theater, an iconic downtown venue. As the permanent home of the legendary…
Stubb’s amphitheater exterior and signage
Located in downtown Austin, Stubb’s is a legendary live music and barbecue venue. Standing before its historic 1880s bu…
Stubb's Waller Creek Amphitheater
Located in the heart of Austin, Stubb's Waller Creek Amphitheater is a legendary open-air venue combining world-class l…
The Continental Club Historic Venue
Opened in 1955 on South Congress Avenue, The Continental Club is a legendary, award-winning Austin music venue. Famous…
Austin Convention Center
Located in downtown Austin, the Austin Convention Center is currently undergoing a massive $1.26 billion redevelopment.…
Barbarella Austin
Located in Austin's Red River Cultural District, Barbarella is a vibrant 21+ dance club and video bar. Renowned for its…
Scoot Inn
Established in 1871, the Historic Scoot Inn is the oldest continuously running beer joint in central Texas. This iconic…
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Public art
Ellsworth Kelly’s Austin
Experience "Austin," the only freestanding building designed by renowned artist Ellsworth Kelly. Located at the Blanton…
Greetings from Austin Mural (Roadhouse Relics)
Capture the essence of Austin with this iconic, vintage-postcard style mural. Painted on the exterior of the Roadhouse…
'Hi, How Are You' Frog Mural
Located near the UT Austin campus, this iconic and beloved street mural features Jeremiah the Innocent, a friendly, wid…
Hi, How Are You Mural
Located near the University of Texas campus, this iconic Austin mural features "Jeremiah the Innocent," a friendly, wid…
Jos' Coffee Mural Site
Located on the side of Jo's Coffee on South Congress, the iconic "I love you so much" mural is one of Austin's most pho…
Stevie Ray Vaughan Statue
Stand before the iconic eight-foot bronze statue of blues legend Stevie Ray Vaughan on Austin's Lady Bird Lake. This pe…
The Color Inside
Tucked away on a University of Texas rooftop, James Turrell's "The Color Inside" is a stunning public art installation…
Willie Nelson Bronze Sculpture
Located in downtown Austin at the entrance of the Moody Theater, this impressive eight-foot bronze sculpture honors cou…
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Theaters and music
Esther's Follies
Located on historic Sixth Street, Esther's Follies is Austin's landmark comedy club and modern vaudeville theater. For…
Moody Theater
Located at 310 West Willie Nelson Boulevard, the Moody Theater is the state-of-the-art home of the legendary Austin Cit…
Paramount Theatre
Located at 713 Congress Avenue, the historic Paramount Theatre is a classical revival landmark built in 1915. It hosts…
The Moody Theater
Located in downtown Austin, The Moody Theater is a state-of-the-art indoor music venue. Famously known as ACL Live, it…
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema (Mueller)
Located in the vibrant Aldrich Street District, Alamo Drafthouse Mueller offers a premier cinema experience. Enjoy rese…
ColdTowne Theater
Discover ColdTowne Theater, Austin’s premier venue for alternative comedy since 2006. Located on Airport Boulevard, thi…
The Ritz
Located at 320 East 6th Street, The Ritz is Austin's most storied historic theater. Originally opened in 1929 as the ci…
Zilker Hillside Theater
Located in the heart of Zilker Park, the historic Zilker Hillside Theater is a beloved outdoor amphitheater offering fr…
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Food and drink
Cisco's Restaurant Bakery & Bar
Located in a historic 1914 teal building, Cisco's Restaurant Bakery & Bar is a legendary, family-run East Austin landma…
Home Slice Pizza (South Congress location)
Grab a slice of authentic New York-style pizza at this iconic South Congress neighborhood joint. Known for hand-tossed…
Stubb's Bar-B-Q
Stubb's Bar-B-Q is an iconic Austin staple combining legendary Texas barbecue with a world-class live music venue. Loca…
Bennu Coffee (South Congress location)
This independently owned, 24-hour South Congress coffee shop serves sustainable, fair-trade coffee and locally sourced…
Quality Seafood Market
Savor a piece of Austin history at Quality Seafood Market. Operating since 1938, this legendary institution offers a fr…
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Bars and nightlife
The 13th Floor
Located in downtown Austin, The 13th Floor is a vibrant neighborhood rock and roll bar and live music venue. It pays tr…
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Shopping
Allen's Boots
Established in 1977, Allens Boots is an iconic South Congress Avenue landmark in Austin. Famous for the giant red boot…
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Spa Wellness
Barton Creek Spring / Barton Springs complex
Dive into Barton Springs Pool, a natural spring-fed oasis in Austin's Zilker Park. Sourced from the Edwards Aquifer, th…