South Austin, TX

Travel Guide

Zilker Park showing landscape views and a garden
Zilker Park featuring landscape views, a river or creek and a park
Zilker Park which includes rides, railway items and a park
Zilker Park showing swimming, a lake or waterhole and a park
Zilker Park featuring a lake or waterhole, a garden and kayaking or canoeing

Where to stay in South Austin

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South Congress

4/5(656 area reviews)

Eclectic small retailers, diverse dining options, and vibrant music and art venues define this shopping and cultural district. Hop on MetroRapid Route 801 for easy city access, or explore the square's food trucks for tasty treats.

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Bouldin Creek

If you're spending some time in Bouldin Creek, South First Street and Long Center for the Performing Arts are top sights worth seeing.

Bouldin Creek
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South River City

While visiting South River City, you might make a stop by sights like South Congress Avenue and Lady Bird Lake.

South River City
Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum which includes a statue or sculpture and a park

Zilker

4.5/5(43 area reviews)

While visiting Zilker, you might make a stop by sights like Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum and Zach Theatre.

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South Lamar

When in South Lamar, you can plan a visit to Broken Spoke and Burger Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

South Lamar
Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum which includes a statue or sculpture and a park

Barton Heights

While Barton Heights might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Sixth Street and Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum.

Barton Heights
Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown South Congress

Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown South Congress

3.5 out of 5
300 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX
$122 nightly
The price is $146 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$146 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Extremely convenient location. Great staff. Great breakfasts. Large, clean rooms, quiet, very comfy bed. For the price, you simply can’t beat it."

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown South Congress
Aiden Austin City Hotel

Aiden Austin City Hotel

4 out of 5
2200 S I H 35, Austin, TX
$106 nightly
The price is $127 total per night from Aug 13 to Aug 14
$127 total
Aug 13 - Aug 14
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,595 reviews)
"Pool was amazing! Sushi restaurant and bar! Quiet local art throughout the hotel loved it!"

Reviewed on Aug 5, 2025

Aiden Austin City Hotel
Aloft Austin South

Aloft Austin South

3 out of 5
4108 SOUTH INTERSTATE 35 FRONTAGE ROAD, Austin, TX
$93 nightly
The price is $112 total per night from Aug 8 to Aug 9
$112 total
Aug 8 - Aug 9
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Austin. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"All good."

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

Aloft Austin South
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.
Posh & Serene 2BR w Private Patio

Posh & Serene 2BR w Private Patio

3 out of 5
1201 Southport Dr, D, Austin, TX
Stay at this 3-star vacation home in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Sixth Street and South Congress Avenue are located ...
Posh & Serene 2BR w Private Patio
Lynn's Lodging

Lynn's Lodging

4 out of 5
1007 South Congress Avenue, Austin, TX
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and balconies. Popular attractions Sixth Street and Moody Theater are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"Our stay was wonderful and the owners were very quick with response and detailed with instructions on parking. They also gave great recommendations for places to go out. Highly recommend staying there."

Reviewed on Apr 3, 2025

Lynn's Lodging
SoCo Urban Paradise - Best Location! - Pool, Gym, Rooftop, Free Parking

SoCo Urban Paradise - Best Location! - Pool, Gym, Rooftop, Free Parking

Austin
Book a stay at this family-friendly apartment in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a garden. Popular attractions Sixth Street and Moody Theater ...
10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
"Check in was easy and accommodating. Beds were comfortable. Overall a nice location and place."

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

SoCo Urban Paradise - Best Location! - Pool, Gym, Rooftop, Free Parking
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.

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