South Manchaca Travel Guide
Austin
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Popular places to visit
University of Texas at Austin
Explore the campus of University of Texas at Austin, a top university in Austin. Experience the lively festivals or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Sixth Street
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.
Lake Austin
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.
Moody Center
Catch an event at Moody Center during your trip to Austin. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Zilker Park
Perched on the banks of a beautiful lake, this centrally located park is an idyllic spot to relax in thermal springs or hike along extensive trails.
South Congress Avenue
Nicknamed SoCo, this trendy Austin neighborhood has attracted the attention of famous musicians and presidents, and is home to a huge urban bat colony.
Things to do
Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide
Lake Austin Scenic History Tour 2-Hour, Fully Shaded, All Ages
Top hotels in South Manchaca
Omni Austin Hotel
Staff was so friendly and helpful! We loved our room and the pool was perfect!
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Of all the Home2 suites I have stayed, this is bad. The place is old and they were charging $4.50 cents for a small water bottle, which was supposed to be given as a complimentary. Breakfast was good and lot of varieties. Except the room and hospitality, everything else was good.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Aiden Austin City Hotel
Always enjoy my stays here
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown
Breakfast was good and you had the beer 🍺 I like.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Austin - University Area
This hotel was very conveniently located for our trip to watch the Longhorn softball team play. The staff was wonderful, the bartender was attentive and the room was comfy. There was some hair in our shower and our bathroom needed an update. None of that made me not want to return. We will certainly ...
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Austin Capitol / Downtown
The hotel was very dirty. Lobby, hallways very dirty. Elevators were jerking, doors halfway open every time we got in. Very poor hotel
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Manchaca
Barton Hills
If you're spending some time in Barton Hills, Barton Springs Pool and Zilker Botanical Garden are top sights worth seeing.
South Congress
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.
Zilker
While visiting Zilker, you might make a stop by sights like Lady Bird Lake and Colorado River.
Bouldin Creek
While visiting Bouldin Creek, you might make a stop by sights like South First Street and Long Center for the Performing Arts.
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.
East Riverside - Oltorf
While visiting East Riverside - Oltorf, you might make a stop by sights like Lady Bird Lake and Colorado River.
