Zilker Travel Guide

Austin
Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum showing a park and a statue or sculpture

Popular places to visit

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Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum

Get to know the work of sculptor Charles Umlauf in this beautiful green space and gallery, which feels like an oasis in the city.

Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum
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University of Texas at Austin

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Explore the campus of University of Texas at Austin, a top university in Austin. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

University of Texas at Austin
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Sixth Street

4/5(25 reviews)

Austin’s answer to Bourbon Street really comes alive when the sun goes down. Enjoy live music, delicious food and refreshing drinks here any time of day.

Sixth Street
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Austin Convention Center

4/5(2 reviews)

During your trip, find out what's happening in Austin Convention Center, a top convention centre in Austin. Discover the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.

Austin Convention Center
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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
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Lake Austin

4.5/5(9 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Austin during your travels in Austin. Stroll along the lakeside in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Lake Austin

Things to do

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Heartbeats of Austin: A Romantic Journey Through Time

£363
Per adult
Heartbeats of Austin: A Romantic Journey Through Time
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Austin in a Nutshell Bike Tour with a Local Guide

£51
Per adult
Austin in a Nutshell Bike Tour with a Local Guide
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Bat Flight Night Tour

£59
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bat Flight Night Tour
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1-Hour E-Bike Rental in Austin

£15
Per adult
1-Hour E-Bike Rental in Austin
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Onewheel Rental in Austin

£55
Per adult
Onewheel Rental in Austin
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Austin Boat Tour with Full Sun Shading Available

£66
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Austin Boat Tour with Full Sun Shading Available
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Top hotels in Zilker

Wyndham Garden Hotel Austin
Wyndham Garden Hotel Austin
3.5 out of 5
3401 South I-35, Austin, TX
The price is £89 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
£89
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Todo estuvo muy bien lo único que no me gustó es que en el cuarto no había refrigerador para enfriar las aguas"

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

Wyndham Garden Hotel Austin
The Loren at Lady Bird Lake
The Loren at Lady Bird Lake
5 out of 5
1211 W Riverside Dr., Austin, TX
The price is £237 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
£237
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (147 reviews)
"Everything! The staff was excellent. Loved the pool. The rooms are superb. OUTSTANDING!"

Reviewed on 19 May 2024

The Loren at Lady Bird Lake
The Carpenter Hotel
The Carpenter Hotel
3.5 out of 5
400 Josephine St, Austin, TX
The price is £224 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
£224
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (426 reviews)
"My new favorite Austin hotel! Really great boutique hotel just minutes from downtown and a couple of blocks off the lake and Austin greenbelt. The staff is incredibly friendly, and the hotel has a great sense of that famous "Austin Funkiness" while still feeling high quality, with great little details ..."

Reviewed on 14 May 2024

The Carpenter Hotel
citizenM Austin Downtown
citizenM Austin Downtown
4 out of 5
617 COLORADO ST, Austin, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £109 per night from 8 Jun to 9 Jun
£109
per night
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Sixth Street and Moody Theater are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (322 reviews)
"Cozy spot next to 6th street"

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

citizenM Austin Downtown
Fairmont Austin
Fairmont Austin
4 out of 5
101 Red River St, Austin, TX
The price is £205 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
£205
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Austin. Enjoy a full-service spa, 6 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,046 reviews)
"Nice Hotel"

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

Fairmont Austin
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
3.5 out of 5
901 Neches Street, Austin, TX
The price is £153 per night from 17 Jun to 18 Jun
£153
per night
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,315 reviews)
"The property was nice, spacious and clean. The staff was fabulous. The breakfast was great. The part we were not prepared for is the sound from outside and how loud it was in our room. The two bars in the back of the building reverberate through the room until midnight on weekdays and 2:00 a.m. the ..."

Reviewed on 19 May 2024

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
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Other neighbourhoods around Zilker

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Bouldin Creek

While visiting Bouldin Creek, you might make a stop by sights like Long Center for the Performing Arts and South Congress Avenue.

Bouldin Creek
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Barton Hills

While you're in Barton Hills, take in top sights like Barton Springs Pool and jump on the metro at Zilker Zephyr Station to see more of the city.

Barton Hills
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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 Lady Bird Lake might round out your trip.

South Congress
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Clarksville

While visiting Clarksville, you might make a stop by sights like West Sixth Street and West Austin Park.

Clarksville
Downtown Austin showing street scenes and an administrative building

Downtown Austin

4.5/5(36 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Austin
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Waller Creek District

While you're in Waller Creek District, take in top sights like Sixth Street and jump on the metro at Downtown Station to see more of the city.

Waller Creek District

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