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 Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum and Zach Theatre.

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 Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum 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$214 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$214
24 Aug - 25 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! (1,585 reviews)
Quick trip
"Everything is a short drive away. Great highway access. We only stayed a night but it’s super cute. I would stay again"

Reviewed on 13 Aug. 2025

Aiden Austin City Hotel
Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown South Congress

Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown South Congress

3.5 out of 5
300 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX
The price is NZ$263 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$263
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
Might come back if I had to
"Our room smelled like an old smoking room. Mostly clean but the pullout bed was horribly dirty and old."

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown South Congress
Aloft Austin South

Aloft Austin South

3 out of 5
4108 SOUTH INTERSTATE 35 FRONTAGE ROAD, Austin, TX
The price is NZ$201 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
NZ$201
21 Aug - 22 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! (1,004 reviews)
"Great place to stay"

Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025

Aloft Austin South
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Posh & Serene 2BR w Private Patio

Posh & Serene 2BR w Private Patio

3 out of 5
1201 Southport Dr, D, Austin, TX
Stay at this 3-star vacation home in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Sixth Street and South Congress Avenue are located ...
Posh & Serene 2BR w Private Patio
Kasita Nest is a prefabricated, smart home for romantic getaways.

Kasita Nest is a prefabricated, smart home for romantic getaways.

Austin
Stay at this vacation home in Austin. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Sixth Street and South Congress Avenue ...
10/10 Exceptional! (35 reviews)
"Everything was perfect! Thank you for allowing us to stay at your home"

Reviewed on 13 Aug. 2025

Kasita Nest is a prefabricated, smart home for romantic getaways.
Lynn's Lodging

Lynn's Lodging

4 out of 5
1007 South Congress Avenue, Austin, TX
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and balconies. Popular attractions Sixth Street and Moody Theater are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"Our stay was wonderful and the owners were very quick with response and detailed with instructions on parking. They also gave great recommendations for places to go out. Highly recommend staying there."

Reviewed on 3 Apr. 2025

Lynn's Lodging
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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 entertainment choices 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 acclaimed art galleries 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$1,079
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$201
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$216
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$431
per adult
Austin : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour)
2023 Bentley Tritoons with a cooler ice and water bottles

Lake Austin Sunset Boat Cruise – 1 - Hour Scenic Tour BYOB

NZ$65
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Austin Sunset Boat Cruise – 1 - Hour Scenic Tour BYOB
Austin: Single or Double Kayak Rental

Austin: Single or Double Kayak Rental

NZ$50
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Austin: Single or Double Kayak Rental
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