South Congress Travel Guide
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South Congress Avenue
Nicknamed SoCo, this trendy Austin neighborhood has attracted the attention of famous musicians and presidents, and is home to a huge urban bat colony.
St. Edward's University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of St. Edward's University during your trip to Austin. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Moody Center
Catch an event at Moody Center during your trip to Austin. Experience the entertainment choices and great live music in this vibrant area.
University of Texas at Austin
Explore the campus of University of Texas at Austin, a top university in Austin. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Sixth Street
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.
Zilker Park
Paddle a canoe, hike along the extensive trails or unwind in the thermal springs of this idyllic park on the banks of a beautiful lake.
Top hotels in South Congress
Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown South Congress
"Great breakfast selections!"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Aiden Austin City Hotel
"Very helpful staff. Room was as imagined very clean nice beds. Pool and hot tub area both great too. Nice to have breakfast on-site- included! And the sushi place is really good! Amazing price for a near downtown hotel!"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Extended Stay America Suites Austin Downtown Town Lake
"There was sufficient parking. There are spaces which the hotel oversees. There is also parking for pay using a different service."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Hyatt Regency Austin
"Bartenders at the Hotel need to be reminded this is a 5 star hotel and guest pay alot of money for rooms. smile and greet guest. say please and thank you."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Colton House Hotel
"This is a nice place, attractively decorated. The rooms are spacious and comfortable. The floor can be quite slippery if you exit the shower with wet feet so be careful. My husband took a tumble. But otherwise, very pleasant experience and I would stay there again."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Omni Austin Hotel
"I hadn’t stayed at an Omni in years. This property was an extremely pleasant surprise. The room was beautiful and the bed extremely comfortable. I loved the decor and the amenities at this property. The only drawback was the high price for parking, but it seemed comparable to other nearby lots, so ..."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Where to stay in South Congress
Downtown Austin
Downtown Austin is popular for its fantastic nightlife. Explore top sights like Sixth Street and Paramount Theatre, and you can get around town on the metro at Downtown Station.
The Domain
You'll love the great live music in The Domain, and you might want to stick around to check out Domain Northside, a top place to visit.
Lower Basin Lake Travis
If you're spending some time in Lower Basin Lake Travis, Lake Travis and Hippie Hollow are top sights worth seeing.
Lago Vista
Lago Vista is noteworthy for its lake views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lake Travis and Colorado River.
Bouldin Creek
While visiting Bouldin Creek, you might make a stop by sights like South First Street and Long Center for the Performing Arts.
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