Zilker Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Stay near popular Zilker attractions

Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum

6.0/10 (1 review)
Get to know the work of sculptor Charles Umlauf in this beautiful green space and gallery, which feels like an oasis in the city.
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Activities

Lake Austin is fun to explore!

Lake Austin Scenic History Tour 2Hr, Fully Shaded, AM, PM, Sunset

NZ$115
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Lake Austin Scenic History Tour 2Hr, Fully Shaded, AM, PM, Sunset
Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin

Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin

NZ$225
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin
Weird Austin City Tour

Weird Austin City Tour

NZ$105
per adult
Weird Austin City Tour
Guided Sunset Bat Kayak Tour in Austin

Guided Sunset Bat Kayak Tour in Austin

NZ$87
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Guided Sunset Bat Kayak Tour in Austin
Austin: Live Music Capital of the World Pedicab Tour

Austin: Live Music Capital of the World Pedicab Tour

NZ$114
per adult
Austin: Live Music Capital of the World Pedicab Tour
Austin’s Haunted Ghost & Murder Tour

Austin’s Haunted Ghost & Murder Tour

NZ$52
per adult
Austin’s Haunted Ghost & Murder Tour
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Our pick of the best Zilker Hotel Deals

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

3.5 out of 5
901 Neches Street Austin TX
The price is NZ$368 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
NZ$368
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,024 reviews)
"Staff rooms were clean. Staff was nice."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Hotel Van Zandt

Hotel Van Zandt

4 out of 5
605 Davis Street Austin TX
The price is NZ$625 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
NZ$625
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,238 reviews)
"Great location next to Rainey Street and the river trails. Walking distance to Congress Street Shopping and 6th Street. We were able to walk to most places we visited and used Uber, readily available, to anyplace over a few miles. Staff was friendly and helpful and premises were well maintained."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

Hotel Van Zandt
Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown

Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown

2 out of 5
9121 N Interstate Hwy 35 Austin TX
The price is NZ$135 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
NZ$135
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,905 reviews)
"Nice staff with good breakfast and the pool was clean. Nice place to stay if you’re in Austin."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown
Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown

Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown

3 out of 5
68 Eeast Ave Austin TX
The price is NZ$412 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$412
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Austin South – Airport.

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Austin South – Airport.

2.5 out of 5
4701 S I 35 Austin TX
The price is NZ$124 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
NZ$124
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very good! (1,161 reviews)
"The staff was super helpful and friendly, right from the start! The hotel is not the newest or fanciest, but everything was clean and well maintained in the room. Lights, remote, a/c, toilet, hot water all worked as it should. It would be a great upgrade to put USB charging ports in the light bases, ..."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Austin South – Airport.
Omni Austin Hotel

Omni Austin Hotel

4 out of 5
700 San Jacinto Blvd Austin TX
The price is NZ$686 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
NZ$686
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
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Our guide on where to stay in Zilker

Find the best Zilker areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Zilker
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Downtown Austin

Downtown Austin is popular for its fantastic nightlife. Explore top sights like Sixth Street and Paramount Theatre, and you can get around town on the metro at Downtown Station.

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The Domain

Great live music beloved sports teams and top sights from Domain Northside to Cap City Comedy Club – discover The Domain, a destination also famous for its entertainment.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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