South Austin

Travel Guide

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

Where to stay in South Austin

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South Congress

The ample dining options and beautiful river views are top of the list for many visitors to South Congress. A stop by South Congress Avenue or South First Street might round out your trip.

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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

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 P8,843 per night from 26 May to 27 May
P8,843
P10,731 total
includes taxes & fees
May 26 - May 27
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! (1,010 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
The price is P6,588 per night from 27 May to 28 May
P6,588
P7,862 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! (1,515 reviews)
"We had a great time, lovely staff and service, we got a whole bag of towels very quickly upon request."

Reviewed on Apr 27, 2025

Aiden Austin City Hotel
The Carpenter Hotel
The Carpenter Hotel
3.5 out of 5
400 Josephine St, Austin, TX
The price is P12,741 per night from 4 May to 5 May
P12,741
P16,426 total
includes taxes & fees
May 4 - May 5
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! (648 reviews)
"Stayed here for a wedding. Overall very pleased. Extremely friendly staff. Only (minor) complaints is pool got crowded and had extremely loud music when I would have preferred to read. And no good lobby sitting area. But I would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on Apr 28, 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! (108 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
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 ...
"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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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 showing signage

South Congress Avenue

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 swimming, a lake or waterhole and a garden

Barton Springs Pool

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

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 showing wetlands, landscape views and a garden

Zilker Botanical Garden

A leafy space of tranquillity located right in the heart of the city.

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 which includes 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

P6,883
per adult
Austin Mural and Instagram Tour by Electric Pedicab
Austin Mural Selfie Tour by Pedicab

Austin Mural Selfie Tour by Pedicab

P7,456
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Austin Mural Selfie Tour by Pedicab
Austin Murals & Mimosas Roofless BYOB Party Bus Tour + FREE Photoshoot

Austin Murals & Mimosas Roofless Party Bus Tour and Photoshoot

P37,208
per traveler
Austin Murals & Mimosas Roofless Party Bus Tour and Photoshoot
Austin Film Downtown Tour

Film Locations & Movie Trivia In Downtown Austin

P1,434
per adult
Film Locations & Movie Trivia In Downtown Austin
Private Customize Walking Tour in Austin with Local Guide

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

P13,830
per adult
Austin : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour)
Austin Street Art and Street Food Tour with Local Guide

Austin Street Art and Street Food Tour with Local Guide

P4,144
per adult
Austin Street Art and Street Food Tour with Local Guide
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