South Austin Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Zilker Park featuring landscape views and a garden
Zilker Park featuring landscape views, a park and a river or creek
Zilker Park featuring rides, railway items and a park
Zilker Park showing swimming, a lake or waterhole and a park
Zilker Park featuring kayaking or canoeing, a park and a river or creek

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 statue or sculpture and a park

Zilker

5/5(1 area review)

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

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 statue or sculpture and a park

Barton Heights

While Barton Heights isn't home to many top sights, Sixth Street and Zach Theatre 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 NZ$219 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
NZ$219
4 Aug - 5 Aug
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! (1,598 reviews)
Family weekend
"We had visited before and enjoyed our stay so came back while visiting Austin again. Kids really enjoyed the pool. Staff was very friendly at check-in. We tried the sushi restaurant right next door and it was pretty good. A bit of a wait on a Saturday evening, bit not too bad. Breakfast was pretty ..."

Reviewed on 28 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 NZ$187 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
NZ$187
31 July - 1 Aug
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,012 reviews)
"Location was very convenient"

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

Aloft Austin South
Colton House Hotel

Colton House Hotel

4 out of 5
2510 South Congress Ave, Austin, TX
The price is NZ$332 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$332
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (546 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Colton House Hotel
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Renovated LaCasa deArte- Minutes From Downtown and Austin Hotspots!

Renovated LaCasa deArte- Minutes From Downtown and Austin Hotspots!

Austin
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Austin. Enjoy a water park, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Southpark Meadows and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (81 reviews)
"The house was exactly as photographed, very clean and modern. We enjoyed our stay."

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

Renovated LaCasa deArte- Minutes From Downtown and Austin Hotspots!
South Congress Retreat - A Vibey Stay Close to Bars, Shops, Music Venues & Hikes

South Congress Retreat - A Vibey Stay Close to Bars, Shops, Music Venues & Hikes

Austin
Stay at this vacation home in Austin. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Sixth Street and South Congress Avenue are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Perfect location
"The house was in a great little neighborhood where some houses had been redone, some brand new builds and others that needed a reno. Felt very safe and accessible to everything. Food, I35, peace and quiet."

Reviewed on 21 Jun. 2025

South Congress Retreat - A Vibey Stay Close to Bars, Shops, Music Venues & Hikes
Cozy RV in amazing Austin with AC, WiFi, Swimming Pool

Cozy RV in amazing Austin with AC, WiFi, Swimming Pool

Austin
Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions South Congress Avenue and Southpark Meadows are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (23 reviews)
Great stay!
"We made the short trip from home to Austin and just needed a home base to explore from. Ended up spending most of our time in the pool! Jeff was so welcoming and accommodating, we will definitely be back."

Reviewed on 18 Jun. 2025

Cozy RV in amazing Austin with AC, WiFi, Swimming Pool
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Popular places to visit

South Congress featuring signage

South Congress Avenue

4.5/5(14 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 featuring a pool, a lake or waterhole and swimming

Barton Springs Pool

4/5(2 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(4 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 which includes landscape views, a lake or waterhole and a park

Zilker Botanical Garden

4/5(1 review)

Perfect for a relaxed stroll, this garden is a place of peace and serenity.

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

Activities

Austin Murals & Mimosas Roofless Party Bus Tour and Photoshoot

Austin Murals & Mimosas Roofless Party Bus Tour

NZ$1,082
per traveller
Austin Murals & Mimosas Roofless Party Bus Tour
Private Electric Pedicab Mural and Instagram Tour

Austin Mural and Instagram Tour by Electric Pedicab

NZ$200
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Austin Mural and Instagram Tour by Electric Pedicab
Austin Mural Selfie Tour by Pedicab

Austin Mural Selfie Tour by Pedicab

NZ$217
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Austin Mural Selfie Tour by Pedicab
Private Customize Walking Tour in Austin with Local Guide

Austin : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour)

NZ$430
per adult
Austin : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour)
Austin: Single or Double Kayak Rental

Austin: Single or Double Kayak Rental

NZ$58
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Austin: Single or Double Kayak Rental
Austin Murder Walk

Austin Murder Walk

NZ$78
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Austin Murder Walk
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