Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Arboretum

A unique shopping experience, the Arboretum at Great Hills gently beckons you to casually shop the beautiful and relaxed parklike setting that is home to more than 40 fine shops and restaurants in Austin's premier retail area. The Arboretum features a strong tenancy of retailers such as Pottery Barn, Barnes & Noble Booksellers, Z Gallerie, The Gap and AZIZ Salon and Day Spa. Shoppers stroll from store to store at this popular destination and can stop for something to eat at places such as Cheesecake Factory, Five Guy's Burgers, and Blue Baker. Nestled on the corner of Southbound 183 and Great Hills Trail, The Arboretum 's outdoor atmosphere of nature's landscape, flowing runnel, soothing fountain, picnic area and Austin's landmark marble cow sculptures makes for great shopping in a tranquil environment!

The Austin Convention Center is located in the heart of the capital of Texas, one of the most affordable cities in America. The convention center has a convenient downtown location, between the shores of Town Lake and historic Sixth Street. It has easy access to I-35 and is a short distance from 5,500 downtown hotel rooms. The facility’s expansion has allowed events to expand their conventions, trade shows and expos. It has also brought new conventions and visitors to Austin and its convention center. The Convention Center encloses 881,400 square feet. The five exhibit halls combined have 246,097 square feet of column-free space. There are 54 meeting rooms and two ballrooms, including one of the largest ballrooms in Texas with 43,300 square feet.

The Domain features 1,300,000 square feet of luxury fashion and restaurant space with high-end retailers that include Barneys CO-OP, CALYPSO, Tiffany & Co., the city's first Neiman Marcus and restaurants like Daily Grill, Jasper's, Maggiano's Little Italy, McCormick & Schmick's and North. Now open, the newest phase of The Domain is set within an architectural framework of contemporary, colorful artistic loft buildings. The Domain as one of Austin's top attractions is situated in a beautiful park-like setting, The Domain is home to over 40 retailers unique to the Austin market. The 57-acre first phase of this mixed-use project includes an upscale Main Street center anchored by Macy's and Neiman Marcus, nine upscale restaurants, 75,000 square feet of Class A office space, 390 high-end apartments.

The Texas Capitol is an extraordinary example of late 19th century public architecture and is widely recognized as one of the nation's most distinguished state capitols. It was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1970 and designated a National Historic Landmark in 1986 for its "significant contribution to American history." Sited on one of Austin's highest points, the Capitol anchors the northern periphery of the downtown commercial district and commands a sweeping view towards the Colorado River from its southern façade. The main campus of The University of Texas at Austin is situated four blocks to the north. Wonderful views of the Capitol's dome from many vantage points throughout the Austin area are protected from obscuration by state law.

Like the state it calls home, The University of Texas at Austin is a bold, ambitious leader. Ranked among the biggest and best research universities in the country, UT Austin is home to more than 51,000 students and 3,000 teaching faculty. Together they are working to change the world through groundbreaking research and cutting-edge teaching and learning techniques. Here, tradition and innovation blend seamlessly to provide students with a robust collegiate experience. Amid the backdrop of Austin, Texas, a city recognized for its creative and entrepreneurial spirit, the university provides a place to explore countless opportunities for tomorrow’s artists, scientists, athletes, doctors, entrepreneurs and engineers.

Imagine a place where crystal clear streams and towering trees meet the majesty of the hills. The Lake Travis area is a little slice of heaven offering breathtaking beauty and a relaxing atmosphere. Life is as good as it gets in the Lake Travis area. Few places offer the same combination of glorious scenery, urban activity and outdoor recreation possibilities. Situated 20 miles northwest of Austin, Lake Travis presents residents and visitors with a grand natural environment where the lake, woods, hills, and prairie come together in pristine harmony.

Likely Texas’ best known street, the seven block’s of 6th Street between Congress and IH 35 are certainly Austin’s entertainment center. With a little help from it’s many like-minded sister streets, 6th Street is the heart of Austin’s live entertainment scene and the capital of third coast music. Sixth Street (formerly known as Pecan Street) is lined with many historical houses and commercial buildings dating from the late 1800’s and early 1900’s. The storied old buildings now house numerous bars, a host of live entertainment venues, tattoo parlors, art galleries, casual cafes, upscale restaurants, and the elegant Driskill Hotel. Live music of every genre abounds. From jazz, blues, and country to rock, hip-hop, beat, progressive, metal, punk and derivations of these, there’s something to whet everyone’s musical pallete. Great food is a staple on Sixth Street, featuring such regional staples as chili, ribs, and Tex-Mex plus steak, seafood, cajun-cooking, and deli.