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

Austin showing signage

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.

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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 featuring 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 which includes a statue or sculpture and a park

Zilker

5/5(2 area reviews)

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

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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
Travis Heights featuring landscape views and a city

Travis Heights

If you're spending some time in Travis Heights, South Congress Avenue and Lady Bird Lake are top sights worth seeing.

Travis Heights
Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown South Congress
Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown South Congress
3.5 out of 5
300 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX
The price is CA $218 per night from May 25 to May 26
CA $218
CA $264 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Everything was good except the elevators."

Reviewed on Apr. 27, 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown South Congress
Aiden Austin City Hotel
Aiden Austin City Hotel
4 out of 5
2200 S I H 35, Austin, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $161 per night from May 27 to May 28
CA $161
CA $193 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
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! (1,569 reviews)
Great place to stay
"Very well taken care of and clean room. A/C works perfect and the air smells clean. Be mindful that some rooms have car noise due to location."

Reviewed on Apr. 28, 2025

Aiden Austin City Hotel
The Carpenter Hotel
The Carpenter Hotel
3.5 out of 5
400 Josephine St, Austin, TX
The price is CA $217 per night from May 26 to May 27
CA $217
CA $291 total
includes taxes & fees
May 26 - May 27
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (646 reviews)
"Relaxing stay as a solo female traveller chilling in Austin for a few days. Rooms were great and had a stocked mini bar but docking a star for no in room coffee. The hotel has a cafe but was so busy in the mornings. Even just an Nespresso machine would’ve been nice! Restaurant food was really good ..."

Reviewed on Apr. 27, 2025

The Carpenter Hotel
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Sonder at The Catherine
Sonder at The Catherine
4 out of 5
214 Barton Springs Road, Austin, TX
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Austin. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour fitness center, and concierge services. Popular attractions Sixth Street and Moody Theater ...
9/10 Wonderful! (107 reviews)
"This place is an incredible value with all the comforts of home. It even has limited cookware, and the apartment building has free, freshly ground coffee in the lobby! The only thing that wasn’t perfect about this property was the washing machine. It’s a front loader and was full of mold and stunk, ..."

Reviewed on Apr. 18, 2025

Sonder at The Catherine
Glass Treehouse SPECTACULAR Park VIEWS-POOL-LAKE-RIVER-KAYAK-SUP-BIKE-HIKE--ALL
Glass Treehouse SPECTACULAR Park VIEWS-POOL-LAKE-RIVER-KAYAK-SUP-BIKE-HIKE--ALL
Austin
Stay at this vacation home in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Sixth ...
10/10 Exceptional! (369 reviews)
Great house
"Very easy access to Barton Springs. The house was very clean and unique."

Reviewed on Mar. 31, 2025

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Lynn's Lodging
Lynn's Lodging
4 out of 5
1007 South Congress Avenue, Austin, TX
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and balconies. Popular attractions Sixth Street and Rainey Street are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"Our stay was wonderful and the owners were very quick with response and detailed with instructions on parking. They also gave great recommendations for places to go out. Highly recommend staying there."

Reviewed on Apr. 3, 2025

Lynn's Lodging
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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 great live music and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.

Austin City Limits
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
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
Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum showing a park and a statue or sculpture

Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum

Get to know the work of sculptor Charles Umlauf in this beautiful green space and gallery, which feels like an oasis in the city.

Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum

Things to do

Private Electric Pedicab Mural and Instagram Tour

Austin Mural and Instagram Tour by Electric Pedicab

CA $166
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Austin Mural and Instagram Tour by Electric Pedicab
Historic Segway Tour

Austin Sightseeing and Capitol Segway Tour

CA $97
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Austin Sightseeing and Capitol Segway Tour
Austin Mural Selfie Tour by Pedicab

Austin Mural Selfie Tour by Pedicab

CA $180
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Austin Mural Selfie Tour by Pedicab
Austin Murals & Mimosas Roofless Party Bus Tour and Photoshoot

Austin Murals & Mimosas Roofless Party Bus Tour and Photoshoot

CA $898
per traveller
Austin Murals & Mimosas Roofless Party Bus Tour and Photoshoot
Private Clear Kayak Tour on Lady Bird Lake

Private Clear Kayak Tour on Lady Bird Lake in Austin, Texas

CA $1,212
per traveller
Private Clear Kayak Tour on Lady Bird Lake in Austin, Texas
Private Customize Walking Tour in Austin with Local Guide

Austin : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour)

CA $348
per adult
Austin : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour)
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