South Austin

Travel Guide

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

Where to stay in South Austin

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South Congress

The abundant dining options and stunning 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.

South Congress
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Bouldin Creek

While visiting Bouldin Creek, you might make a stop by sights like South First Street and Long Center for the Performing Arts.

Bouldin Creek
South Congress featuring signage

South River City

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

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

Zilker

While visiting Zilker, you might make a stop by sights like Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum and Lady Bird Lake.

Zilker
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South Lamar

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in South Lamar and surrounding area, you can visit Broken Spoke and Burger Stadium.

South Lamar
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Travis Heights

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

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 S$249 per night from 18 May to 19 May
S$249
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
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! (1,003 reviews)
Be aware!
"Great stay! Just be careful with hotel parking. I was told they would charge our card for parking but I was not told until following day that I was supposed to swipe my room card for parking and not get a ticket. If you get that ticket they are hesitant on giving you that $48 parking fee back since ..."

Reviewed on 15 Apr, 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 S$195 per night from 5 May to 6 May
S$195
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
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! (1,575 reviews)
"The bed was comfortable and the room was clean the only downside was very low water pressure"

Reviewed on 21 Apr, 2025

Aiden Austin City Hotel
The Carpenter Hotel
The Carpenter Hotel
3.5 out of 5
400 Josephine St, Austin, TX
The price is S$431 per night from 4 May to 5 May
S$431
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
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! (637 reviews)
Friendly atmosphere
"Great service and very nice hotel."

Reviewed on 18 Apr, 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! (118 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 18 Apr, 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 ...
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 3 Apr, 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 featuring 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 showing a pool, swimming 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 galleries in this vibrant area.

Austin City Limits
Zilker Botanical Garden showing wetlands, landscape views and a park

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 on your trip to Austin. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this vibrant area.

Long Center for the Performing Arts
South First Street

South First Street

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at South First Street during your trip to Austin.

South First Street

Things to do

Private Electric Pedicab Mural and Instagram Tour

Austin Mural and Instagram Tour by Electric Pedicab

S$160
per adult
Austin Mural and Instagram Tour by Electric Pedicab
Historic Segway Tour

Austin Sightseeing and Capitol Segway Tour

S$92
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Austin Sightseeing and Capitol Segway Tour
Austin Mural Selfie Tour by Pedicab

Austin Mural Selfie Tour by Pedicab

S$173
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

S$851
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

S$1,147
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)

S$329
per adult
Austin : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour)
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