South Austin Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

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 park and a statue or sculpture

Zilker

5/5(1 area review)

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

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 park and a statue or sculpture

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 Rp1.800.981 per night from 25 Jul to 26 Jul
Rp1.800.981
Rp2.149.292 total
25 Jul - 26 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,602 reviews)
"Very convenient location off of I-35. The management and staff were very responsive to our needs. The hotel was very clean and the free breakfast was a real bonus!"

Reviewed on 15 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 Rp1.509.917 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
Rp1.509.917
Rp1.801.935 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Austin. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"Loved it"

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Aloft Austin South
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 Rp1.993.449 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
Rp1.993.449
Rp2.378.982 total
17 Aug - 18 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 centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Location was great and nice amenities!"

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown South Congress
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Popular places to visit

South Congress featuring signage

South Congress Avenue

4/5(16 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 lake or waterhole, a garden and a pool

Barton Springs Pool

4.5/5(6 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

4.5/5(3 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 featuring a lake or waterhole, wetlands and landscape views

Zilker Botanical Garden

4.5/5(5 reviews)

A peaceful, serene environment, perfect for an afternoon stroll.

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

Things to do

Greenbelter Safari Hikes

Greenbelter Safari Hikes

Rp404.875
per adult
Greenbelter Safari Hikes
Austin Murals & Mimosas Roofless Party Bus Tour and Photoshoot

Austin Murals & Mimosas Roofless Party Bus Tour

Rp10.510.555
per traveller
Austin Murals & Mimosas Roofless Party Bus Tour
Private Electric Pedicab Mural and Instagram Tour

Austin Mural and Instagram Tour by Electric Pedicab

Rp1.943.400
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Austin Mural and Instagram Tour by Electric Pedicab
Austin Street Art and Street Food Tour with Local Guide

Austin Street Art and Street Food Tour with Local Guide

Rp1.238.918
per adult
Austin Street Art and Street Food Tour with Local Guide
Personal Guide at Texas Capitol

Private Tour in Austin using Bronco

Rp2.024.375
per traveller
Private Tour in Austin using Bronco
Austin Mural Selfie Tour by Pedicab

Austin Mural Selfie Tour by Pedicab

Rp2.105.350
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Austin Mural Selfie Tour by Pedicab
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