Visit East Congress
Popular places to visit
University of Texas at Austin
Explore the campus of University of Texas at Austin, a top university in Austin. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Sixth Street
Austin’s answer to Bourbon Street really comes alive when the sun goes down. Enjoy live music, delicious food and refreshing drinks here any time of day.
Austin Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Austin Convention Center during your trip to Austin. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Zilker Park
Spend the perfect afternoon on the edge of a scenic lake. Take one of the extensive hiking trails before relaxing in the hot springs in this central park.
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.
Texas State Capitol
Rivalling anything you could see in the big European cities, the Texas State Capitol is a marvel of architectural design.
Activities
Public Lake Austin Boat Tour with Full Sun Shading - 2 Hours
Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide
Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin
From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle
Austin: Lake Austin Guided Boat Tour with Full Sun Shading
Our pick of the best East Congress Hotel Deals
Sonesta Simply Suites Austin South
This is a nice place
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Aloft Austin South
Great stay
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Omni Austin Hotel
This hotel was lovely! The staff was absolutely amazing and helped with anything we needed. Very clean room. Would definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Live music
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Austin
The hotel was very impressive and comfortable.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
citizenM Austin Downtown
This place is fantastic. I would never stay anywhere else when I come to Austin. It is right in the middle of every big company and every little startup. It is walking distance from every awesome restaurant. I walked from this hotel to Barton Springs Pool and it was just an enormous delight. This ...
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around East Congress
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.
East Riverside - Oltorf
While visiting East Riverside - Oltorf, you might make a stop by sights like Lady Bird Lake and Colorado River.
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.
Zilker
While visiting Zilker, you might make a stop by sights like Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum and Zach Theatre.
Bouldin Creek
While visiting Bouldin Creek, you might make a stop by sights like South First Street and Long Center for the Performing Arts.
Barton Hills
If you're spending some time in Barton Hills, Barton Springs Pool and Zilker Botanical Garden are top sights worth seeing.
East Congress Travel Guide
- Sixth Street
- Lake Travis
- Circuit of the Americas
- Zilker Park
- South Congress Avenue
- Texas State Capitol
- Moody Theater
- Lady Bird Lake
- Barton Springs Pool
- Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
- McKinney Falls State Park
- Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum
- Travis County Exposition Center
- St. David's North Austin Medical Center
- Lakeline Mall
- Blanton Museum of Art
- McKinney Roughs Nature Park
