South Austin Travel Guide

Tourist 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

Where to stay in South Austin

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South Congress

4/5(10 area reviews)

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.

South Congress
Downtown Austin

Bouldin Creek

While visiting Bouldin Creek, you might make a stop by sights like South First Street and Long Center for the Performing Arts.

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

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

South River City
LEGO? This place is awesome.  Tour all the trails of this park and the river. Go swim in the springs. Watch out for snapping turtles! Just kidding... maybe.

Zilker

5/5(1 area review)

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

Zilker
Travis Heights featuring landscape views and a city

Travis Heights

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

Travis Heights
North Austin

South Lamar

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in South Lamar and surrounding area, you can visit Broken Spoke and Brodie Oaks Shopping Center.

South Lamar
Aiden Austin City Hotel

Aiden Austin City Hotel

4 out of 5
2200 S I H 35 Austin TX
The price is ₹9,236 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
₹9,236
₹11,080 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,707 reviews)
The staff were amazing. Very friendly. Especially Scotty! We also loved how unique the hotel was and true to the Austin vibe.

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Aiden Austin City Hotel
The Loren Hotel Austin

The Loren Hotel Austin

5 out of 5
1211 W Riverside Dr. Austin TX
The price is ₹26,988 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
₹26,988
₹35,689 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (356 reviews)
The room was spacious, clean, and extremely comfortable.

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

The Loren Hotel Austin
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
The price is ₹14,111 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
₹14,111
₹16,840 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)
great service and crew 👍

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown South Congress
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.
Placemakr Downtown Austin

Placemakr Downtown Austin

4 out of 5
710 E 3rd St Austin TX
Stay at this aparthotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Sixth Street and Moody Theater are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (549 reviews)
Location

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Placemakr Downtown Austin
Austin Condo Hotel

Austin Condo Hotel

4.5 out of 5
48 East Ave Austin TX
Stay at this luxury condo in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (474 reviews)
Spectacular view, elegant well equipped unit, good laundry, four separate beds, two baths.

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Austin Condo Hotel
 Studio Haus East 6th Austin by Kasa

Studio Haus East 6th Austin by Kasa

2 out of 5
1812 E 6th St Austin TX
Stay at this aparthotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a business centre and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Sixth Street and Lady Bird Lake are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (61 reviews)
Small but cute has everything you need, parking is a lil bad but we found a space and kept it. Overall loved it will go back to stay on the 6th floor to over look Austin. communication was great easy check in.

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Studio Haus East 6th Austin by Kasa
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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