Zilker Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Stay near popular Zilker attractions

Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum

6.0/5 (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 2-Hour, Fully Shaded, All Ages

NZ$120
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Lake Austin Scenic History Tour 2-Hour, Fully Shaded, All Ages
Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide

Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide

NZ$90
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide
Austin Murder Walk

Austin Murder Walk

NZ$60
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Austin Murder Walk
Weird Austin City Tour

Weird Austin City Tour

NZ$102
per adult
Weird Austin City Tour
Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin

Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin

NZ$220
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin
From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle

From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle

NZ$127
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle
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Our pick of the best Zilker Hotel Deals

Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown

Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown

2 out of 5
9121 N Interstate Hwy 35 Austin TX
The price is NZ$121 per night from 8 July to 9 July
NZ$121
8 July - 9 July
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! (2,696 reviews)
"Really nice and clean hotel 👍"

Reviewed on 29 June 2026

Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown
The Code Hotel

The Code Hotel

4 out of 5
2323 S Lamar Blvd Austin TX
The price is NZ$330 per night from 8 July to 9 July
NZ$330
8 July - 9 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and valet parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Zilker Park and Sixth Street are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (234 reviews)
"This property was amazing to stay at! The full kitchen with a washer and dryer was amazing! The staff was super helpful! All of them, honestly. I really liked the parking garage and how the attendants in the parking garage were super friendly and helpful. Highly recommend this place and can go on ..."

Reviewed on 29 June 2026

The Code Hotel
citizenM Austin Downtown

citizenM Austin Downtown

4 out of 5
617 COLORADO ST Austin TX
The price is NZ$230 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$230
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,626 reviews)
"Rooms can be small, but the hotel was a very fun and friendly base camp after bar crawls and days spent shopping"

Reviewed on 29 June 2026

citizenM Austin Downtown
Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown

Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown

3 out of 5
68 Eeast Ave Austin TX
The price is NZ$280 per night from 6 July to 7 July
NZ$280
6 July - 7 July
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,205 reviews)
"First time staying at this hotel. It won’t be the last !!"

Reviewed on 29 June 2026

Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

3.5 out of 5
901 Neches Street Austin TX
The price is NZ$247 per night from 14 July to 15 July
NZ$247
14 July - 15 July
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,796 reviews)
"The check in was smooth and effluence. Rooms were clean and their was free breakfast in the morning."

Reviewed on 29 June 2026

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Thompson Austin, by Hyatt

Thompson Austin, by Hyatt

4.5 out of 5
506 San Jacinto Blvd Austin TX
The price is NZ$666 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
NZ$666
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (372 reviews)
"The hotel has a terrible smell upon entrance. Some may be ok with that, however this is a luxury hotel. It should have a luxury ambience. The other part is that the Tommie hotel also connects to it, so you should just book there for half the co. It’s literally the same lobby, bars, pool, etc. You ..."

Reviewed on 14 June 2026

Thompson Austin, by Hyatt
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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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Lower Basin Lake Travis

If you're spending some time in Lower Basin Lake Travis, Lake Travis and Hippie Hollow are top sights worth seeing.

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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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Lago Vista

Lago Vista is noteworthy for its lake views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lake Travis and Colorado River.

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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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