Lively Austin will entice you
Enjoy the area's live music, festivals and theatre scene with a rental holiday home in Austin. This cosmopolitan city is known for its art, university setting and bars. Sixth Street and Austin Convention Center are just a couple of the must-see attractions. Whether you're planning a family holiday, a trip with friends or a romantic retreat, HomeAway has a great selection of holiday homes. Many rentals come with a full kitchen and separate dining area, perfect if you need a space for entertaining.
Activities and attractions in and around Austin
Are you hoping to find attractions to visit during your stay? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable holiday rental, you'll want to check out everything that Austin has to offer. These are some of the major attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Lee and Joe Jamail Texas Swimming Center (1 mi / 1.5 km)
- Barton Springs Pool (1.7 mi / 2.8 km)
- Lions Municipal Golf Course (2.5 mi / 4.1 km)
- Circuit of the Americas (11 mi / 17.7 km)
- Main Event Entertainment (12.5 mi / 20.1 km)
- Austin's Park (14.2 mi / 22.8 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Austin
Whether you're an adventurous traveller or just want to take in the scenery, Austin is a great spot to appreciate mother nature. These are some of the area's most enchanting features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Lake Travis (13 mi / 20.9 km)
- Waterloo Park (0.6 mi / 0.9 km)
- Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum (1.4 mi / 2.3 km)
- Zilker Botanical Garden (1.8 mi / 2.8 km)
- Lady Bird Lake (2.1 mi / 3.3 km)
- Mount Bonnell (4.1 mi / 6.7 km)
Travelling to and around Austin
Fly into Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), the closest airport, located 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from the city centre. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you could also fly into Killeen, TX (GRK-Killeen-Fort Hood Regional), which is 55 mi (88.6 km) away.
If you'd rather travel by train, the main station is Austin Station. It's easy to get around Austin by jumping on the metro at Downtown Station, Plaza Saltillo Station or Martin Luther King Jr Station.