Best Walkable Neighborhoods in Austin, TX

Austin, TX has a Walk Score rating of 42. The capital of Texas and Live Music Capital of the World, Austin is largely a car-dependent city. Most of the city's 790,195 residents will find a car necessary for day to day activities, but not all neighborhoods in Austin require an automobile. The most walkable neighborhoods in Austin are Downtown and neighborhoods near the University of Texas at Austin where you'll find a thriving arts scene and a wide variety of restaurants and bars.

West University

92 / 100

Walker's Paradise

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The West University community in Austin has a Walk Score of 92, making it the second most walkable area in the city. Residents enjoy being within walking distance to parks, restaurants, coffee shops, and bars.

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Downtown Austin

90 / 100

Walker's Paradise

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About this neighborhood

The most walkable part of Austin is the Downtown area, with a Walk Score of 90. The rich history of this neighborhood is evident as you stroll through the area. You’ll be able to walk to the Texas State Capitol, museums, music venues, and quite a few restaurants.

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University of Texas-Austin

89 / 100

Very Walkable

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About this neighborhood

With a Walk Score of 89, most errands can be done by foot in the University of Texas-Austin neighborhood. You can walk to many of the 100+ restaurants, coffee shops, and bars with ease.

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North University

84 / 100

Very Walkable

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About this neighborhood

The North University section of Austin is very walkable with a Walk Score of 84. This community has an urban vibe, and residents can walk to quite a few coffee shops, restaurants, and bars.

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East Cesar Chavez

84 / 100

Very Walkable

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About this neighborhood

The East Cesar Chavez section of Austin has a Walk Score of 84, putting it in the top 10 most walkable communities in the city. Residents and visitors can walk to art galleries, boutiques, coffee shops, bike shops, restaurants, and much more.

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Central West Austin

84 / 100

Very Walkable

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About this neighborhood

With a Walk Score of 84, the Central East Austin neighborhood is the sixth most walkable community in town. You can walk to many places including the George Washington Carver Museum, parks, restaurants, and coffee shops.

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Central East Austin

84 / 100

Very Walkable

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About this neighborhood

The Central West Austin community has a Walk Score of 84, making it the seventh most walkable area of the city. You can run most errands on foot. This quiet residential neighborhood has boutiques, restaurants, coffee shops, and antique stores all within walking distance.

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Old West Austin

83 / 100

Very Walkable

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About this neighborhood

The Old West Austin district has a Walk Score of 83, making it the eighth most walkable area in Austin. This community is made up of three neighborhoods and is walking distance to jogging trails, events, and dozens of restaurants.

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Old West Austin

83 / 100

Very Walkable

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About this neighborhood

The Clarksville section of Austin has a Walk Score of 83. You can run most errands on foot in this community. Residents enjoy living in modest bungalows and walking to a variety of shops, cafes, and other businesses that cater to this neighborhood.

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Bouldin Creek

82 / 100

Very Walkable

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About this neighborhood

With a Walk Score of 82, Bouldin Creek is the tenth most walkable neighborhood in Austin. Most errands can be run on foot, and residents can easily walk to any of the parks and restaurants in the neighborhood.

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