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 Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum and Lady Bird Lake.

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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
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 P7,513 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
P7,513
P8,966 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 14 - Apr 15
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! (1,549 reviews)
"Staff was great, room was clean"

Reviewed on Mar 15, 2025

Aiden Austin City Hotel
Sonesta Simply Suites Austin South
Sonesta Simply Suites Austin South
3 out of 5
4320 South IH 35, Austin, TX
The price is P4,584 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
P4,584
P5,363 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (268 reviews)
"Staff was easy to work with even on the phone"

Reviewed on Mar 14, 2025

Sonesta Simply Suites Austin South
Colton House Hotel
Colton House Hotel
4 out of 5
2510 South Congress Ave, Austin, TX
The price is P12,491 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
P12,491
P14,615 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 17 - Apr 18
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (441 reviews)
"We had a little mishap when we checked in, but staff were great and made everything right very quickly. Good location for walking to South Congress shopping and restaurants. Onsite pool was not open, which would have been nice to have."

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2025

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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! (103 reviews)
"The property was in a convenient location near downtown Austin, shopping, restaurants, and airport. Amazing views of the Austin skyline. Clean and easy to access."

Reviewed on Feb 20, 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 ...
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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 entertainment choices and great live music 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 acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.

Long Center for the Performing Arts
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
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

Private Electric Pedicab Mural and Instagram Tour

Austin Mural and Instagram Tour by Electric Pedicab

P6,888
per adult
Austin Mural and Instagram Tour by Electric Pedicab
Austin Mural Selfie Tour by Pedicab

Austin Mural Selfie Tour by Pedicab

P7,462
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

P37,147
per traveler
Austin Murals & Mimosas Roofless Party Bus Tour and Photoshoot
Private Customize Walking Tour in Austin with Local Guide

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

P13,615
per adult
Austin : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour)
Austin Murder Walk

Austin Murder Walk

P2,690
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Austin Murder Walk
Austin: Single or Double Kayak Rental

Austin: Single or Double Kayak Rental

P1,603
per adult
Austin: Single or Double Kayak Rental
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