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Austin Convention Center

Type of Site
Entertainment Venues, Buildings & Monuments
Neighborhood
Downtown
Interests That Apply
Architecture
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Price: Free
Prices vary according to the event. See website for details.
Is there parking?: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Water/Drinks: Available on site or nearby.
This is a good place to get: Snacks
Restrooms: Available
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Austin Convention Center

Exhibition Facility



Address: Phone:
500 E Cesar Chavez St
Austin, TX 78701
+1 512 404 4000
Fax: +1 512 404 4416

Description

This 411,000 square foot convention, exhibition, and general meeting hall is located between Town Lake and Sixth Street, a short walk to hotels and the entertainment district. The facility contains the city's largest ballroom, 29 meeting rooms, and with a recent expansion, additional exhibition halls and an upper level ballroom. The award winning facility is made of native Texas materials ranging from limestone to granite and regularly sponsors concerts, seminars, trade shows, high-tech conventions, and more. Look up their website for a calendar of events or to contact the center to schedule your own event. Parking is two blocks west on Cesar Chavez.


What you should know before visiting Austin Convention Center

Times & Dates

Open Hours: Hours vary according to event.
Notes: Hours vary according to event.
Visit Time: 30min-1hr
Average Wait Time: None
Notes: If you just want to take a look at the building, it will take you about half an hour, but you could spend all day or multiple days here if you are attending a conference.
Price: Free
Price Notes: Prices vary according to the event. See website for details.

Exposure

Indoor with climate control.

Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Ages that would most enjoy this site: Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers

Transportation

Best Modes of Transportation: Automobile/Car Bicycle Bus Taxi Walking
Parking Availability: Yes
Average Price per Hour: $0-$5
Notes: Two nearby parking garages are available. One is located at Brazos and 210 E 2nd St. The other, which is slightly smaller, is at Red River and 4th St.


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