South Austin

Travel Guide

Zilker Park showing landscape views and a garden
Zilker Park featuring a river or creek, a garden and landscape views
Zilker Park featuring a garden, rides and railway items
Zilker Park showing swimming, a lake or waterhole and a garden
Zilker Park showing a park, landscape views and a river or creek

Where to stay in South Austin

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South Congress

4/5(19 area reviews)

Eclectic small retailers, diverse dining options, and vibrant music and art venues define this shopping and cultural district. Hop on MetroRapid Route 801 for easy city access, or explore the square's food trucks for tasty treats.

South Congress
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Bouldin Creek

If you're spending some time in Bouldin Creek, South First Street and Long Center for the Performing Arts are top sights worth seeing.

Bouldin Creek
South Congress which includes signage

South River City

While visiting South River City, you might make a stop by sights like South Congress Avenue and Lady Bird Lake.

South River City
Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum featuring a park and a statue or sculpture

Zilker

5/5(2 area reviews)

While visiting Zilker, you might make a stop by sights like Zach Theatre and Lady Bird Lake.

Zilker
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South Lamar

When in South Lamar, you can plan a visit to Broken Spoke and Burger Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

South Lamar
Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum featuring a park and a statue or sculpture

Barton Heights

While Barton Heights might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Sixth Street and Zach Theatre.

Barton Heights
Aiden Austin City Hotel

Aiden Austin City Hotel

4 out of 5
2200 S I H 35, Austin, TX
The price is CA $146 per night from Aug 6 to Aug 7
CA $146
CA $175 total
Aug 6 - Aug 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,605 reviews)
"So impressed! Feel so safe here too"

Reviewed on Jul. 30, 2025

Aiden Austin City Hotel
Aloft Austin South

Aloft Austin South

3 out of 5
4108 SOUTH INTERSTATE 35 FRONTAGE ROAD, Austin, TX
The price is CA $116 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
CA $116
CA $141 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Austin. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,015 reviews)
"Great new property but it’s in a pretty industrial area. Lots of vagrants around which make you think twice about the open parking. They do have security patrolling and have controlled access to the lobby, but just be aware. The hotel itself is nice, clean and the rooms are well appointed for the ..."

Reviewed on Jul. 28, 2025

Aloft Austin South
Colton House Hotel

Colton House Hotel

4 out of 5
2510 South Congress Ave, Austin, TX
The price is CA $244 per night from Aug 28 to Aug 29
CA $244
CA $286 total
Aug 28 - Aug 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (549 reviews)
"We love staying at the Colton House and really enjoy the property overall and location in South Austin. Quiet, clean and more boutique like. We do wish they had a more extensive menu for lunch and snacks throughout the day."

Reviewed on Jul. 28, 2025

Colton House Hotel
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Renovated LaCasa deArte- Minutes From Downtown and Austin Hotspots!

Renovated LaCasa deArte- Minutes From Downtown and Austin Hotspots!

Austin
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Austin. Enjoy a water park, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Southpark Meadows and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (81 reviews)
"The house was exactly as photographed, very clean and modern. We enjoyed our stay."

Reviewed on Jul. 25, 2025

Renovated LaCasa deArte- Minutes From Downtown and Austin Hotspots!
South Congress Retreat - A Vibey Stay Close to Bars, Shops, Music Venues & Hikes

South Congress Retreat - A Vibey Stay Close to Bars, Shops, Music Venues & Hikes

Austin
Stay at this vacation home in Austin. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Sixth Street and South Congress Avenue are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Perfect location
"The house was in a great little neighborhood where some houses had been redone, some brand new builds and others that needed a reno. Felt very safe and accessible to everything. Food, I35, peace and quiet."

Reviewed on Jun. 21, 2025

South Congress Retreat - A Vibey Stay Close to Bars, Shops, Music Venues & Hikes
Cozy RV in amazing Austin with AC, WiFi, Swimming Pool

Cozy RV in amazing Austin with AC, WiFi, Swimming Pool

Austin
Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions South Congress Avenue and Southpark Meadows are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (23 reviews)
Great stay!
"We made the short trip from home to Austin and just needed a home base to explore from. Ended up spending most of our time in the pool! Jeff was so welcoming and accommodating, we will definitely be back."

Reviewed on Jun. 18, 2025

Cozy RV in amazing Austin with AC, WiFi, Swimming Pool
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

South Congress which includes signage

South Congress Avenue

4.5/5(40 reviews)

Nicknamed SoCo, this trendy Austin neighborhood has attracted the attention of famous musicians and presidents, and is home to a huge urban bat colony.

South Congress Avenue
Zilker Park which includes a lake or waterhole, a pool and a park

Barton Springs Pool

4.5/5(4 reviews)

One of the “crown jewels” of Austin’s bustling downtown, this natural limestone pool is a refreshing place to spend a steamy Texan afternoon.

Barton Springs Pool
Austin City Limits

Austin City Limits

4.5/5(27 reviews)

After visiting Austin City Limits, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Austin. Experience the lively festivals and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.

Austin City Limits
Long Center for the Performing Arts

Long Center for the Performing Arts

You can enjoy a show at Long Center for the Performing Arts during your stay in Austin. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this vibrant area.

Long Center for the Performing Arts
Zilker Botanical Garden which includes a park, wetlands and a lake or waterhole

Zilker Botanical Garden

4.5/5(3 reviews)

A peaceful, serene environment, perfect for an afternoon stroll.

Zilker Botanical Garden
South First Street

South First Street

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at South First Street during your stay in Austin.

South First Street

Things to do

Austin: Sunset Bat Watching Kayak Tour

Austin: Sunset Bat Watching Kayak Tour

CA $69
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Austin: Sunset Bat Watching Kayak Tour
Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin

Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin

CA $177
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin
2023 Bentley Tritoons with a cooler ice and water bottles

Lake Austin Sunset Boat Cruise – 1 - Hour Scenic Tour BYOB

CA $53
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Austin Sunset Boat Cruise – 1 - Hour Scenic Tour BYOB
Real Austin Tour

Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide

CA $67
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide
Lake Austin is fun to explore!

Public Lake Austin Boat Tour with Full Sun Shading

CA $115
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Public Lake Austin Boat Tour with Full Sun Shading
Austin Murder Walk

Austin Murder Walk

CA $64
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Austin Murder Walk
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