Holly is a Central Austin neighborhood a couple miles east of downtown and a 15-minute drive from the airport.

Lady Bird Lake marks the neighborhood’s southern border.

The bike trail at Lady Bird Lake: “It's a quiet lakeside community close to downtown.” —Bea O., resident

The southern part of Holly is residential, with tree-shaded streets lined with bungalows.

The northern part is more commercial, with strip malls, restaurants, bars, breweries, and cafés.

New homes, condos, and apartments are also being built in Holly.

Lunch at a taco truck along E Cesar Chavez.

Holly’s proximity to downtown makes for a quick commute.

Solar-powered B-cycle bike-share stations can be found around the neighborhood.

Morelos and 7th: The MetroRail passes through the northern part of Holly.

Edward Rendon Sr. Park is one of several green spaces in Holly.

“Proximity to the lake trail is a plus for dog owners, as are the bag dispensers along the trail.” —Bea O., resident

Sunday at Lady Bird Lake.