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 Zach Theatre and Lady Bird Lake.

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 £95 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
£95
6 Aug - 7 Aug
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! (1,600 reviews)
"The decorations were really unique... The grandkids loved the pool area..."

Reviewed on 28 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 £76 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
£76
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,013 reviews)
"Great new property but it’s in a pretty industrial area. Lots of vagrants around which make you think twice about the open parking. They do have security patrolling and have controlled access to the lobby, but just be aware. The hotel itself is nice, clean and the rooms are well appointed for the ..."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Aloft Austin South
Colton House Hotel

Colton House Hotel

4 out of 5
2510 South Congress Ave, Austin, TX
The price is £151 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
£151
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (550 reviews)
"We love staying at the Colton House and really enjoy the property overall and location in South Austin. Quiet, clean and more boutique like. We do wish they had a more extensive menu for lunch and snacks throughout the day."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Colton House Hotel
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Renovated LaCasa deArte- Minutes From Downtown and Austin Hotspots!

Renovated LaCasa deArte- Minutes From Downtown and Austin Hotspots!

Austin, TX
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Austin. Enjoy a water park, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Southpark Meadows and Lady Bird ...
10/10 Exceptional! (81 reviews)
"The house was exactly as photographed, very clean and modern. We enjoyed our stay."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

Renovated LaCasa deArte- Minutes From Downtown and Austin Hotspots!
South Congress Retreat - A Vibey Stay Close to Bars, Shops, Music Venues & Hikes

South Congress Retreat - A Vibey Stay Close to Bars, Shops, Music Venues & Hikes

Austin, TX
Stay at this holiday home in Austin. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Sixth Street and South Congress Avenue are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Perfect location
"The house was in a great little neighborhood where some houses had been redone, some brand new builds and others that needed a reno. Felt very safe and accessible to everything. Food, I35, peace and quiet."

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2025

South Congress Retreat - A Vibey Stay Close to Bars, Shops, Music Venues & Hikes
Cozy RV in amazing Austin with AC, WiFi, Swimming Pool

Cozy RV in amazing Austin with AC, WiFi, Swimming Pool

Austin, TX
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a garden. Popular attractions South Congress Avenue and Southpark Meadows are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (23 reviews)
Great stay!
"We made the short trip from home to Austin and just needed a home base to explore from. Ended up spending most of our time in the pool! Jeff was so welcoming and accommodating, we will definitely be back."

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025

Cozy RV in amazing Austin with AC, WiFi, Swimming Pool
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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

Austin Murals & Mimosas Roofless Party Bus Tour and Photoshoot

Austin Murals & Mimosas Roofless Party Bus Tour

£477
per traveller
Austin Murals & Mimosas Roofless Party Bus Tour
Private Electric Pedicab Mural and Instagram Tour

Austin Mural and Instagram Tour by Electric Pedicab

£88
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Austin Mural and Instagram Tour by Electric Pedicab
Personal Guide at Texas Capitol

Private Tour in Austin using Bronco

£92
per traveller
Private Tour in Austin using Bronco
Austin Mural Selfie Tour by Pedicab

Austin Mural Selfie Tour by Pedicab

£96
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Austin Mural Selfie Tour by Pedicab
Private Clear Kayak Tour on Lady Bird Lake

Private Clear Kayak Tour on Lady Bird Lake in Austin, Texas

£644
per traveller
Private Clear Kayak Tour on Lady Bird Lake in Austin, Texas
Private Customize Walking Tour in Austin with Local Guide

Austin : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour)

£190
per adult
Austin : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour)
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