Austin is located in the Southwestern part of America and might not strike you as a tourist destination at first, but Austin holds lots and lots of great tourist attractions and also great hotels to just lay back and relax.

The Super 8 hotel in Austin is one the tourists' favorite. It's a great place to stay or simply just hanging out when you are travelling with a large group of people. It is also a great choice when you are staying with kids. It has an amazing view, great food, comfortable and spacious rooms, and, for the kids, a free open area of Wi-Fi and Playstation that you can play on to your heart's content.

A more affordable option is the Hampton Inn in the Arboretum northwest. It has great locations and access to all the city's amenities and comfortable rooms. They also provide PC that the guest can use for free to look for directions and tourist attractions in Austin.

Talking about tourist attractions, there are plenty of them in Austin. For a 1960s 'hippy' experience, just go the 6th Street and you'll feel like time has gone back to the era of "Free Love and positivity". For a natural retreat, they have the Barton Springs Pool where you can enjoy the beautiful landscape of Austin while swimming and dipping in an open area. The Congress Bridge offers a 'unique' experience. If you visit it around the time of the setting of the sun, you will get to see hundreds, maybe thousands of Texan bats fly out from underneath the bridge to feed. It is guaranteed to be an unforgettable experience.

As a tourist in Austin, Austin Travel agents would be able to supply you with all the information for hotels and flight tickets for your vacation.

However, if you need to find your way around the city and the places to visit and the sights to see, then you would need a detailed map of the city. If you are staying in Downtown Austin, then it would be best to have a map of that part of the city.

What are the uses of the maps?

- having a map of downtown Austin is the best way to know details of destinations in that part of town

- If you need to find your way from one destination to another in Downtown Austin, then you should have a map that could guide you

- Even if you refer to a map before you leave your hotel room you should also keep a copy with yourself when you are traveling around the city

- You can track your exact route using these maps.

http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/help/downtown.htm

Where to find Downtown Austin maps?

- Online you will find numerous sites that could provide you with a detailed map of downtown Austin.

- These maps can be referred to online and most can also be printed out so you can refer to them when you are traveling as well.

http://www.downtownaustin.com/business/maps/

http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&t=h&oe=UTF8&msa=0&msid=117992432892946102449.00045dce3be5807c110a2

The neighborhood around the University of Texas is an appropriate place for accommodating tourists, businessmen and other visitors to Austin. The University of Texas map will show some of the best accommodations and dining places within two miles of the university. The notable restaurants include:

1. Restaurant Jezebel - this is one of the few restaurants that offer both French and American cuisines.
2. Wink - this is the perfect restaurant in Austin for seafood lovers. It also offers American dishes.
3. Chez Nous - this is another of the top rated French restaurants around the University of Texas.
4. Uchi Restaurant - this is a Japanese restaurant that serves delicious Sushi.
5. The Eastside Cafe - this restaurant offers the best traditional American dishes as well as breakfast and brunch.

http://austin.citysearch.com/listings/university-of-texas-austin/catering/9092_1705

For accommodation, there are several apartments that offer quality services at affordable prices. Some of the Austin apartments that are within one mile of the University of Texas include:

1. Gables 5th Street Commons - 0.28 miles
2. Gables Pressier - 0.41 miles
3. Gables Town Lake - 0.77 miles
4. 100 North Lama - 0.80 miles
5. Gables Park Plaza - 0.92 miles

http://austin.apartmentguide.com/neighborhoods/texas-austin-university-of-texas-at-austin

A good University of Texas Map will also indicate a number of hotels that provide both boarding and diner services. Those hotels within one mile or less from the University include:

1. La Quinta Inn Austin Capitol - 0.5 miles
2. Doubletrees Guest Suites Austin - 0.5 miles
3. The Sheraton Austin - 0.6 miles
4. The Driskill Hotel - 0.9 miles
5. The Hilton Austin - 1 mile

http://www.hotels-rates.com/hotels/locations/Austin/TX/usa/1652/#trafficLogID=562774365&visited=true&clickingLogId=32409297

The map and directions are available in most travel guides provided by several of Austin travel agents. You can also get a detailed copy of the map from Austin travel websites. Enjoy your vacation or business trip while staying and dining around the University of Texas neighborhood in Austin.