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

4/5(10 area reviews)

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

5/5(1 area review)

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

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
Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum showing a park and a statue or sculpture

Barton Heights

While Barton Heights isn't home to many top sights, Sixth Street and Barton Springs Pool are some notable places to visit nearby.

Barton Heights
Aiden Austin City Hotel

Aiden Austin City Hotel

4 out of 5
2200 S I H 35, Austin, TX
The price is S$163 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
S$163
21 Jul - 22 Jul
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! (1,600 reviews)
"This property is a throwback to Austin when it was cool. Great staff! The hotel is clean and well maintained. Wonderful courtyard pool Free breakfast and parking are and added plus! Will definitely stay there again when visiting Austn."

Reviewed on 14 Jul, 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 S$129 per night from 17 Jul to 18 Jul
S$129
17 Jul - 18 Jul
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (995 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Rooms were clean and spacious. Hotel was in a convenient location to restaurants and groceries."

Reviewed on 8 Jul, 2025

Aloft Austin South
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$214 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
S$214
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,006 reviews)
Austin Accommodations
"The stay was great. We loved the location and the staff was excellent. A few things could use updating, but none of that negatively impacted our stay."

Reviewed on 10 Jul, 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown South Congress
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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, parking (surcharge), and balconies. Popular attractions Sixth Street and Moody Theater 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
Upstay Brand New Contemporary Apartment Near Soco

Upstay Brand New Contemporary Apartment Near Soco

2 out of 5
Austin
Stay at this aparthotel in Austin. Popular attractions Sixth Street and South Congress Avenue are located nearby.
Upstay Brand New Contemporary Apartment Near Soco
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Popular places to visit

South Congress featuring signage

South Congress Avenue

4/5(16 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 showing a pool, swimming and a garden

Barton Springs Pool

4.5/5(6 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(3 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 galleries 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 on your trip to Austin. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this vibrant area.

Long Center for the Performing Arts
Zilker Botanical Garden showing wetlands, landscape views and a park

Zilker Botanical Garden

4.5/5(5 reviews)

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

Zilker Botanical Garden
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

Greenbelter Safari Hikes

Greenbelter Safari Hikes

S$32
per adult
Greenbelter Safari Hikes
Austin Murals & Mimosas Roofless Party Bus Tour and Photoshoot

Austin Murals & Mimosas Roofless Party Bus Tour

S$830
per traveller
Austin Murals & Mimosas Roofless Party Bus Tour
Private Electric Pedicab Mural and Instagram Tour

Austin Mural and Instagram Tour by Electric Pedicab

S$153
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Austin Mural and Instagram Tour by Electric Pedicab
Personal Guide at Texas Capitol

Private Tour in Austin using Bronco

S$160
per traveller
Private Tour in Austin using Bronco
Austin Mural Selfie Tour by Pedicab

Austin Mural Selfie Tour by Pedicab

S$166
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Austin Mural Selfie Tour by Pedicab
Austin Street Art and Street Food Tour with Local Guide

Austin Street Art and Street Food Tour with Local Guide

S$98
per adult
Austin Street Art and Street Food Tour with Local Guide
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