South Congress Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South Congress
Popular places to visit
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.
University of Texas at Austin
Explore the campus of University of Texas at Austin, a top university in Austin. Experience the fascinating museums 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 entertainment choices 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.
Lake Austin
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Austin during your travels in Austin. Stroll along the lakeside in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Activities
Austin Murals & Mimosas Roofless Party Bus Tour
Austin Mural and Instagram Tour by Electric Pedicab
Austin Mural Selfie Tour by Pedicab
Private Clear Kayak Tour on Lady Bird Lake in Austin, Texas
Austin : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour)
Our pick of the best South Congress Hotel Deals
Aiden Austin City Hotel
Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown South Congress
Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025
South Congress Hotel
Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025
Colton House Hotel
Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025
Austin Motel
Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025
Hyatt Regency Austin
Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South Congress
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.
Bouldin Creek
While visiting Bouldin Creek, you might make a stop by sights like South First Street and Long Center for the Performing Arts.
Zilker
While visiting Zilker, you might make a stop by sights like Lady Bird Lake and Colorado River.
East Riverside - Oltorf
While visiting East Riverside - Oltorf, you might make a stop by sights like Lady Bird Lake and Colorado River.
East Cesar Chavez
While you're in East Cesar Chavez, take in top sights like East Sixth Street and jump on the metro at Plaza Saltillo Station to see more of the city.
Congress Avenue Historic District
If you're spending some time in Congress Avenue Historic District, Sixth Street and Frost Bank Tower are top sights worth seeing.
- South Congress Avenue
- Sixth Street
- Lake Travis
- Circuit of the Americas
- Zilker Park
- Texas State Capitol
- Moody Theater
- Lady Bird Lake
- Barton Springs Pool
- McKinney Falls State Park
- St. David's North Austin Medical Center
- Travis County Exposition Center
- Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum
- Lakeline Mall
- Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
- Blanton Museum of Art