What to do in Southwest Austin, TX

Activities, attractions and tours
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center which includes animals, flowers and wild flowers

Southwest Austin Attractions

Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Southwest Austin has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Southwest Austin, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Southwest Austin with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Places of interest in Southwest Austin

Southwest Austin is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Southwest Austin, and make it a breeze to explore Southwest Austin and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Southwest Austin to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit to Southwest Austin, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Southwest Austin.

Southwest Austin attractions

Southwest Austin has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Southwest Austin to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Southwest Austin.

Looking for things to do in Southwest Austin can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Southwest Austin or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Southwest Austin attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!


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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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Oak Hill

Live music and sporting events are just a few things travellers like about Oak Hill. A stop by South Towne Square is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

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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 Blazer Tag.

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Barton Creek

When in Barton Creek, you can plan a visit to Barton Creek Fazio Canyons Golf Course and Lost Creek Country Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Barton Creek
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South Manchaca

If you're spending some time in South Manchaca, Blazer Tag and Southwood Center are top sights worth seeing.

South Manchaca
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Garrison Park

Garrison Park might not have many top sights, but Burger Stadium and West Gate Central are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Garrison Park

Day trip destinations from Southwest Austin