South Austin, TX

Travel Guide

Austin Waterfall; Shutterstock ID 523345798
Austin Waterfall; Shutterstock ID 523345798
As always Zilker provides the best waterlilies!  Start going from April through August!  It is hot during the day, but so pretty!  Also if you go in the morning you can get some great shots and be done before it's too hot! 

Taken with Canon T3i and edited with Aperture.
Clicked this at Zilker Botanical garden where this small but beautiful waterfall is present and waiting to be photographed
Different shades of #green 
View from hike and bike trail bridge over to Barton Springs Rd bridge. #austin

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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.

South Congress
Downtown Austin

Bouldin Creek

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

Bouldin Creek
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

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
Downtown Austin Texas Skyline View Zilker Metropolitan 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 Lady Bird Lake.

Zilker
North Austin

South Lamar

When in South Lamar, you can plan a visit to Broken Spoke and Brodie Oaks Shopping Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

South Lamar
Travis Heights featuring landscape views and a city

Travis Heights

If you're spending some time in Travis Heights, South Congress Avenue and Lady Bird Lake are top sights worth seeing.

Travis Heights
Aiden Austin City Hotel

Aiden Austin City Hotel

4 out of 5
2200 S I H 35 Austin TX
$121 nightly
The price is $144 total per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
$144 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this 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! (1,738 reviews)
Todo muy bien. Él lugar es perfecto para ir de vacaciones

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026

Aiden Austin City Hotel
Aloft Austin South

Aloft Austin South

3 out of 5
4108 SOUTH INTERSTATE 35 FRONTAGE ROAD Austin TX
$89 nightly
The price is $108 total per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
$108 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Austin. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,160 reviews)
The rooms were clean and the staff were very nice.

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026

Aloft Austin South
Colton House Hotel

Colton House Hotel

4 out of 5
2510 South Congress Ave Austin TX
$226 nightly
The price is $260 total per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
$260 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (677 reviews)
Everything about this hotel was top-notch! The staff were so nice and accommodating. Other special amenities like Prosecco offered at check-in and snacks available in the lobby for guests were very nice. The rooms were clean and spacious. Would definitely recommend and would stay there again!

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026

Colton House Hotel
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.
Cozy & Quiet Retreat ~ Walk to SoCo and Town Lake!

Cozy & Quiet Retreat ~ Walk to SoCo and Town Lake!

Austin TX
Stay at this vacation home in Austin. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Sixth Street and South Congress Avenue are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
Yes, the host was welcoming. The accommodations were excellent. I would definitely stay again! Highly recommended!

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026

Cozy & Quiet Retreat ~ Walk to SoCo and Town Lake!
Kasita Nest is a prefabricated, smart home for romantic getaways.

Kasita Nest is a prefabricated, smart home for romantic getaways.

Austin TX
Stay at this vacation home in Austin. Enjoy a fitness center, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Sixth Street and South Congress Avenue are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (54 reviews)
The Krista Nest was in a great location and had a beautiful outdoor space! The place was cozy and well stocked! We loved our stay and would come back again!

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026

Kasita Nest is a prefabricated, smart home for romantic getaways.
Glass Treehouse WINTER EXOTIC--KAYAK-SUP/Bike/Hike/POOL-LAKE-RIVER-GARDENS-FOOD

Glass Treehouse WINTER EXOTIC--KAYAK-SUP/Bike/Hike/POOL-LAKE-RIVER-GARDENS-FOOD

Austin TX
Stay at this vacation home in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a water park. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
10/10 Exceptional! (479 reviews)
Beautiful home, great location and amazing host!

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

Glass Treehouse WINTER EXOTIC--KAYAK-SUP/Bike/Hike/POOL-LAKE-RIVER-GARDENS-FOOD
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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