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A blend of eclectic eateries, shops and music venues, 6th Street Entertainment District is a lively neighborhood in downtown Austin, TX. Wander through a mix of historic and modern buildings until you reach the nearby Texas State Capitol. Home to the annual Austin City Limits Music Festival, Zilker Park boasts 350 acres of lush green landscape close to our hotel. Take your dog to play frisbee before returning for a drink on the rooftop of our pet-friendly hotel.

South by Southwest

Stay in close proximity to South by Southwest when you stay with us at Aloft Austin Downtown. You'll enjoy a variety of exciting experiences during this one-of-a-kind annual event, right here in Austin.

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Things to do in Downtown Austin

Located just steps from the historic 6th Street, Aloft Austin Downtown is close to the best shopping, dining, and entertainment in Austin.

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Family and children's activities

0.8 km

The Escape Game Austin

Experience Austin's most immersive escape rooms, bringing epic stories to life.

1.4 km

Austin Panic Room

Austin Panic Room offers 4 unique and challenging scenarios where you your group have to solve a series of puzzles using your deduction skills and clues found throughout the room!

3.9 km

Zilker Playground

This 351 acre park is home to a variety of recreation opportunities and events for children.

5.3 km

Project Panic Escape Rooms

Project Panic Escape Rooms provides top-notch, mind-puzzling, and interactive experiences for companies, friends and thrill-seekers.

Things to Do Nearby

Entertainment Districts

Catch some live music at the famed 6th Street Entertainment District or check out the party scene in the early 20th century bungalows turned bars/restaurants along Rainey Street.

Landmarks and Museums

A number of Austin landmarks and museums are nearby if you'd like to get a little culture while in town. If you're looking for something not quite as refined, explore the many statues and graffiti murals around town.

Outdoor Activities

Live like a local when you explore the outdoor activities at the Barton Creek Greenbelt, Lady Bird Lake, Zilker Park, and Barton Springs Pool.

Austin Convention Center

Hold your next large meeting or event at the Austin Convention Center, a LEED® Gold certified building. Located less than a mile from Aloft Austin Dowtown, this convention center has four levels of exhibit halls, ballrooms, and meeting spaces. With over 800,000 square feet, and one of the largest ballrooms in Texas, the Austin Convention Center is the perfect place for your next large event.

University of Texas Austin

Hook ‘em Horns with friends and family at Aloft Austin Downtown. Ranked among the biggest and best research universities in the country, University of Texas Austin is home to more than 51,000 students and 3,000 faculty members.

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Local attractions

Lady Bird Lake

2.6 km S from hotel

Rainey Street Entertainment District

1.9 km SE from hotel

6th Street Entertainment District

0.2 km E from hotel

Texas State Capitol

0.6 km N from hotel

South Congress Avenue

1.6 km S from hotel

Barton Springs Pool

4.8 km SW from hotel

Zilker Park

4.8 km SW from hotel

The University of Texas at Austin

3.2 km N from hotel

Auditorium Shores

1.6 km S from hotel

The Contemporary Austin

0.2 km from hotel

The Driskill

0.2 km from hotel

St. Mary's Cathedral

0.8 km from hotel

LBJ Presidential Library

3.4 km from hotel

Harry Ransom Center

2.3 km from hotel

The Blanton Museum of Art

1.9 km from hotel

Mount Bonnell

9.2 km from hotel

More activities

Biking trail (2.7 km) Bowling (2.6 km) Hiking (1.1 km) Horseback riding (10.5 km) Nature preserve, trail (8.9 km)

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