Title: Zilker Travel Guide: Best of Zilker, Austin Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Zilker](https://expedia.co.uk/Zilker-Austin-Hotels.0-n553248635976007878-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Austin](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Austin.d178234.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Austin](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Austin.d178234.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Zilker Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Zilker.d553248635976007878.Car-Hire-Guide)[Zilker Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Zilker.d553248635976007878.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Zilker Travel Guide ## Austin ![Downtown Austin Texas Skyline View Zilker Metropolitan Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976007878/e1153f52-3f5e-4bc3-a3c7-70e97870335d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Downtown Austin Texas Skyline View Zilker Metropolitan Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976007878/e1153f52-3f5e-4bc3-a3c7-70e97870335d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![LEGO? This place is awesome. Tour all the trails of this park and the river. Go swim in the springs. Watch out for snapping turtles! Just kidding... maybe. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/460/4b0cef9d-01a7-442d-a51a-a8f70c3388d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Love the color on this train! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/460/be3de57b-0aa5-4f7d-9ca8-e918a189000f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Different shades of #green View from hike and bike trail bridge over to Barton Springs Rd bridge. #austin ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/460/35c9a86c-5d13-4f56-8bf7-a9a9dff8ca0e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Zilker Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Austin travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Austin.dx178234) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum which includes a park and a statue or sculpture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6080979/af4f220f-deb5-4f8a-b79a-a3ec9c009e93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Umlauf-Sculpture-Garden-And-Museum-Austin.d6080979.Attraction) ![Austin](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6080981/157077db-5b7f-4ed9-8f0a-ceb74b8e1764.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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 lively festivals or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-Texas-At-Austin-Austin.d6080981.Attraction) ![Sixth Street featuring night scenes, nightlife and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6162901/fff9e993-b030-4aaf-95a2-3fb400a9dc82.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sixth-Street-Downtown-Austin.d6162901.Attraction) ![Zilker Park featuring a lake or waterhole, a park and skyline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6080989/328e380e-a8b5-4016-860e-cdbda8c848f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Zilker Park 4.5/5(12 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Zilker-Park-Barton-Hills.d6080989.Attraction) ![Downtown Austin skyline. Austin is the capital of Texas, USA. Panorama view of the central business district and Lady Bird Lake on the Colorado River.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/748806758993940480/7ae0998d-e778-43a4-a420-279e4c1e0754.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Moody Center Catch an event at Moody Center during your trip to Austin. Experience the entertainment choices and lively festivals in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Moody-Center-Austin.d748806758993940480.Attraction) ![South Congress featuring signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6219578/4c4520c1-25e1-4b36-b10d-5c1a604a413a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/South-Congress-Avenue-South-Congress.d6219578.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Real Austin Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1218487/cad37ef1-48f6-40cf-9501-23b03a6ed223.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide £37 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/best-of-austin-small-group-driving-tour-with-local-guide.a1218487.activity-details) ![The Escape Game: Epic 60-Minute Adventures in Austin](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44505363/361c49ae-08e6-4962-93e7-5402140049a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Escape Game: Epic 60-Minute Adventures in Austin £33 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-escape-game-epic-60-minute-adventures-in-austin.a44505363.activity-details) ![Austin: Luggage Storage in Texas Capitol](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48578488/b6086a49-4063-42d4-b8ee-af3d722041be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Austin: Luggage Storage in Texas Capitol £7 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/austin-luggage-storage-in-texas-capitol.a48578488.activity-details) ![Private 1 Hour Axe Throwing Experience in Texas](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47538062/04972f79-f4f6-471c-b1f0-c4cd2f0ac087.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Axe Throwing Experience in Austin Texas £19 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/axe-throwing-experience-in-austin-texas.a47538062.activity-details) ![Austin: Lady Bird Lake Nighttime Paddle Board Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50497746/5a39fc21-0673-401a-80ee-8a9f55bfa987.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Austin: Lady Bird Lake Nighttime Paddle Board Tour £56 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/austin-lady-bird-lake-nighttime-paddle-board-tour.a50497746.activity-details) ![Sunset Skyline Kayak Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2234521/f6b65129-a715-4d00-bc4c-890a71911c5f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sunset Skyline Kayak Tour £41 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sunset-skyline-kayak-tour.a2234521.activity-details) [See all activities in Austin](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Austin.d178234.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Zilker ![The Loren Hotel Austin](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/80000000/79650000/79644200/79644164/76b2020e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Loren Hotel Austin 1211 W Riverside Dr. Austin TX £316 8 Feb - 9 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (357 reviews) Clean and well layed out Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=79644164&PinnedHotelID=79644164&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007878) ![Hyatt House Austin/Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17070000/17061200/17061159/2f9b4fd6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt House Austin/Downtown 901 Neches Street Austin TX £108 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (2,425 reviews) Excellent, spacious and clean room. Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=17061159&PinnedHotelID=17061159&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007878) ![citizenM Austin Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92110000/92101800/92101746/1ac2f691_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### citizenM Austin Downtown 617 COLORADO ST Austin TX £122 8 Feb - 9 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (2,400 reviews) Cleanliness Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=92101746&PinnedHotelID=92101746&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007878) ![Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/27700/27616/b12c0b81_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown 9121 N Interstate Hwy 35 Austin TX Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £55 9 Feb - 10 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (2,684 reviews) I booked the reservations on line and was greeted by a very nice and friendly lady at the front desk. Our accommodations were very pleasant, very clean rooms and a good breakfast to get us on our way the next day. Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=27616&PinnedHotelID=27616&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007878) ![Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12310000/12303000/12302973/b05bedb7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG 805 Neches Street Austin TX £98 8 Feb - 9 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (2,064 reviews) Staff were courteous. Room was spotless Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=12302973&PinnedHotelID=12302973&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007878) ![Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Austin South](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/110000/105200/105133/486b040e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Austin South 4701 S I 35 Austin TX £49 16 Feb - 17 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 7.6/10 Good! (1,006 reviews) Check in agent was considerate of our preference for room. Room was clean, and door hinges and latches were quiet. The overuse of “room freshener” in the hallway was cloying and way too strong. Otherwise I would have given 5 stars. That strength of “freshener “ is often used to cover up bad ... Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=105133&PinnedHotelID=105133&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007878) [See all 8,649 properties in Zilker](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635976007878) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Zilker hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976007878&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[7 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976007878&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976007878&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976007878&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976007878&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976007878&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Zilker ![Downtown Austin ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/460/5683baf9-2a86-46e6-ad76-f669d26812b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Bouldin Creek While visiting Bouldin Creek, you might make a stop by sights like South First Street and Long Center for the Performing Arts. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Austin-Bouldin-Creek.dx553248635976479111) ![Barton Springs Pool which includes a river or creek and swimming](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6211772/7882d55d-7972-4d83-8994-40dfcf0b3153.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Barton Hills If you're spending some time in Barton Hills, Barton Springs Pool and Zilker Botanical Garden are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Austin-Barton-Hills.dx553248635976478438) ![I'm glad I was able to capture this shot of the place that now just means so much more! #Austin #Texas #Cityscape #Skyline #NightPhotography #Nikon #D3400](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/460/52f0361b-0725-494f-b066-1fbea99f7fe8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Austin-South-River-City.dx553248635976472838) ![Austin showing signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635074843902/43aa041e-3826-439e-a7d2-0b5e92df2fe7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Austin-South-Congress.dx553248635074843902) ![Congress Avenue Historic District showing signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976472180/30c32ae3-3c0a-4e0e-8b87-11af961c2f96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Congress Avenue Historic District If you're spending some time in Congress Avenue Historic District, Sixth Street and Frost Bank Tower are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Austin-Congress-Avenue-Historic-District.dx553248635976472180) ![Austin_RaineyStreetHistoricDistrict_553248633938969404-5](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633938969404/793d6e8f-a78e-4d97-90c9-5191d2f66a70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Rainey Street Historic District The abundant dining options and lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Rainey Street Historic District. A stop by Rainey Street or Lady Bird Lake might round out your trip. 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