Things to Do
Explore & Discover Austin, Texas
From one-of-a-kind museums and historic landmarks to the picturesque beauty of natural parks, you can find it all in Austin and the surrounding Hill Country. Plan an unforgettable adventure and check off some of the best things to do in Austin, Texas, during your stay at Hotel Viata.
Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve
805 N Capital of Texas Hwy, Austin, TX
Check out 227 picturesque acres of trees surrounded by businesses and houses near Loop 360. Guided hikes are offered here, as well as stargazing and sustainable trail maintenance activities.
- 1.3 Miles from Hotel Viata
- 4 Minutes Driving
Zilker Park
2207 Lou Neff Rd, Austin, TX
Located in the south of Austin, Zilker Park is known as the city’s most beloved park. It’s situated on 350 acres right off Lady Bird Lake, offering a great urban locale for outdoor activities.
- 6.2 Miles from Hotel Viata
- 14 Minutes Driving
Lady Bird Lake
Lady Bird Lake, Austin, TX
Lady Bird Lake is a sprawling reservoir connected to the Colorado River. The lake is now a popular destination for recreation like hiking, biking, paddleboarding, and more.
- 11.4 Miles from Hotel Viata
- 3 hr Minutes Walking
- 23 Minutes Driving
Hamilton Pool Preserve
24300 Hamilton Pool Rd, Dripping Springs, TX
Located in Travis Country, Texas, Hamilton Pool Preserve is a beautiful natural swimming pool nestled beneath a 50-foot waterfall within the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve.
- 23 Miles from Hotel Viata
- 35 Minutes Driving
Deep Eddy Pool
401 Deep Eddy Ave, Austin, TX
This historic attraction opened as a resort in the 1920s and is also the oldest swimming pool throughout all of Texas. Nowadays, it offers lap swimming and a wading pool for visitors.
- 5.7 Miles from Hotel Viata
- 13 Minutes Driving
Bullock Texas State History Museum
1800 Congress Ave, Austin, TX
Three floors of detailed, interactive exhibits tell the ‘Story of Texas’ while visitors can also enjoy special effects at shows in the Texas Spirit Theater and Austin's premier IMAX Theater.
- 10.1 Miles from Hotel Viata
- 18 Minutes Driving
Texas State Capitol
1100 Congress Ave, Austin, TX
Located in downtown Austin, the Texas State Capitol houses the offices of the Texas Legislature. It is also the largest capitol building in the United States.
- 9.9 Miles from Hotel Viata
- 18 Minutes Driving
The University of Texas at Austin
The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX
Founded in 1883, The University of Texas at Austin is a world-class public research university with over 50,000 students and degrees covering over 170 fields of study.
- 10.8 Miles from Hotel Viata
- 21 Minutes Driving
The Domain
11410 Century Oaks Terrace, Austin, TX
Located in a picturesque setting with park amenities and landscaped features, The Domain features a variety of upscale restaurants, retail shops, nightlife destinations, and more.
- 11.4 Miles from Hotel Viata
- 18 Minutes Driving
South Congress Avenue
S Congress Ave, Austin, TX
South Congress Avenue, also known as SoCo, is an exciting neighborhood and local hangout located just south of Lady Bird Lake. The area boasts great dining, shopping, and more.
- 9.8 Miles from Hotel Viata
- 16 Minutes Driving
Austin FC (Austin football club)
10414 Mc Kalla Pl, Austin, TX
Based at the Q2 Stadium in North Austin, the Austin Football Club is a professional Major League Soccer club that competes in the league’s Western Conference.
- 10 Miles from Hotel Viata
- 17 Minutes Driving
ACL Live at The Moody Theater
310 W Willie Nelson Blvd, Austin, TX
With space for up to 2,750 people, Austin City Limits at The Moody Theater is a lively concert venue in the city’s 2nd Street District. This space regularly hosts exciting shows, performances, and more.
- 9.2 Miles from Hotel Viata
- 16 Minutes Driving
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