Zilker Travel Guide
Austin
Popular places to visit
Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum
Get to know the work of sculptor Charles Umlauf in this beautiful green space and gallery, which feels like an oasis in the city.
University of Texas at Austin
Explore the campus of University of Texas at Austin, a top university in Austin. Experience the great live music 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.
Austin Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Austin Convention Center during your trip to Austin. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Texas State Capitol
A glorious, sunset-red granite structure that overlooks the city on one of Austin's highest points.
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 Zilker
The Carpenter Hotel
Overall great - room was great and stocked well.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Omni Austin Hotel
didn’t have breakfast at the Omni
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Great. I stay here every year for AFF
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Tru By Hilton Austin NW Arboretum, TX
Nicely kept property and great service. The rooms were clean and well kept.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG
The room and service were amazing, great location, a few blocks from 6th Street.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Austin
Its Amazing
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Zilker
Bouldin Creek
While visiting Bouldin Creek, you might make a stop by sights like South First Street and Long Center for the Performing Arts.
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.
Barton Hills
If you're spending some time in Barton Hills, Barton Springs Pool and Zilker Botanical Garden are top sights worth seeing.
South Congress
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.
Congress Avenue Historic District
If you're spending some time in Congress Avenue Historic District, Sixth Street and Frost Bank Tower are top sights worth seeing.
Rainey Street Historic District
The abundant dining options and lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Rainey Street Historic District. A stop by Rainey Street or Lady Bird Lake might round out your trip.
Zilker Travel Guide
- Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum
- South Austin Museum of Popular Culture
- Butler Pitch and Putt Golf Course
- University of Texas at Austin
- Sixth Street
- Austin Convention Center
- Texas State Capitol
- Zilker Park
- Lake Austin
- South Congress Avenue
- Moody Theater
- Lady Bird Lake
- Rainey Street
- Barton Springs Pool
- Palmer Events Center
- Lakeline Mall
- Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum
- McKinney Falls State Park
- Dell Technologies HQ
- Colorado River
- Arboretum at Great Hills Mall
- Paramount Theatre
