What to do in Southwest Austin, TX

Activities, attractions and tours

Historic red passenger car, Austin & Texas Central Railroad
Aerial panoramic skyline of Austin Texas from the east at dusk or sunset in early 2025
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Barton Creek Greenbelt, Austin
Some blue bonnets we saw while strolling around. The place is beautiful where you can relax and get away from the city.

Southwest Austin Attractions

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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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What to do in Southwest Austin


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Barton Creek Greenbelt, Austin

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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West Oak Hill

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in West Oak Hill and surrounding area, you can visit Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center and Burger Stadium.

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Westgate

While visiting Westgate, you might make a stop by sights like West Gate Central and Regal Westgate.

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Belterra

While Belterra isn't home to many top sights, Chapel Dulcinea and Deep Eddy Vodka Distillery are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Some blue bonnets we saw while strolling around. The place is beautiful where you can relax and get away from the city.

Circle C Ranch

When in Circle C Ranch, you can plan a visit to Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center and Circle C Golf Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Bear Creek

Bear Creek might not have many top sights, but Chapel Dulcinea and Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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