South Congress Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

South Congress
South Congress
South Congress
South Congress
South Congress

Popular places to visit

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South Congress Avenue

“SoCo” could stand for So Cool. Its quirky, neon-lit 1930s shop fronts help Keep Austin Weird, as the city’s slogan goes.

South Congress Avenue
University of Texas at Austin

University of Texas at Austin

Explore the campus of University of Texas at Austin, a top university in Austin. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

University of Texas at Austin
Sixth Street

Sixth Street

A real Austin icon, Sixth Street has brewery bars, nightclubs and live music venues that are always pumping.

Sixth Street
Austin Convention Center

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.

Austin Convention Center
Zilker Park which includes skyline, a lake or waterhole and a park

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.

Zilker Park
Lake Austin

Lake Austin

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Austin during your travels in Austin. Stroll along the lakeside in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Lake Austin

Activities

Guided Sunset Bat Kayak Tour in Austin

Guided Sunset Bat Kayak Tour in Austin

AU$75
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Guided Sunset Bat Kayak Tour in Austin
Lake Austin is fun to explore!

Public Lake Austin Boat Tour with Full Sun Shading

AU$127
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Public Lake Austin Boat Tour with Full Sun Shading
Austin Murder Walk

Austin Murder Walk

AU$53
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Austin Murder Walk
Austin: Lake Austin Guided Boat Tour with Full Sun Shading

Austin: Lake Austin Guided Boat Tour with Full Sun Shading

AU$127
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Austin: Lake Austin Guided Boat Tour with Full Sun Shading
Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin

Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin

AU$195
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin
All smiles at Salt Lick!

From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle

AU$104
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle
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Our pick of the best South Congress Hotel Deals

Aiden Austin City Hotel

Aiden Austin City Hotel

4 out of 5
2200 S I H 35, Austin, TX
The price is AU$252 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$252
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & 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! (1,652 reviews)
"Good breakfast!"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Aiden Austin City Hotel
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 AU$338 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
AU$338
6 Nov - 7 Nov
includes taxes & 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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"The room was clean, but drab and dated. Some furniture in the lounge was lightly damaged. Breakfast buffet was good. Front desk staff was nice, but I had to ask multiple times to get sofa bed linens delivered. One day they failed to clean the room because of a language glitch; another day they didn’t ..."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown South Congress
Colton House Hotel

Colton House Hotel

4 out of 5
2510 South Congress Ave, Austin, TX
The price is AU$371 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$371
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star 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! (589 reviews)
"LOVED THE PLACE"

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

Colton House Hotel
South Congress Hotel

South Congress Hotel

4 out of 5
1603 South Congress Avenue, Austin, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$632 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
AU$632
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (714 reviews)
Great location
"Located on south congress, close to lots of shops and food. Walkable to 6th street and bat bridge. Lovely roof top pool, nice way to spend the last day of our trip Room and bathroom were huge!"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

South Congress Hotel
Extended Stay America Suites Austin Downtown Town Lake

Extended Stay America Suites Austin Downtown Town Lake

2.5 out of 5
507 S. First St., Austin, TX
The price is AU$168 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
AU$168
6 Nov - 7 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the overall value in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
6.8/10 (1,002 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

Extended Stay America Suites Austin Downtown Town Lake
Hyatt Regency Austin

Hyatt Regency Austin

4 out of 5
208 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX
The price is AU$536 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$536
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Staff was so welcoming and helpful. My room exceeded my expectations, which is very hard to do. Love it!"

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025

Hyatt Regency Austin
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Other neighbourhoods around South Congress

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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
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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
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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.

Rainey Street Historic District
Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum showing a statue or sculpture and a park

Zilker

5/5(1 area review)

While visiting Zilker, you might make a stop by sights like Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum and Lady Bird Lake.

Zilker
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East Riverside - Oltorf

While visiting East Riverside - Oltorf, you might make a stop by sights like Lady Bird Lake and Colorado River.

East Riverside - Oltorf
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East Cesar Chavez

While you're in East Cesar Chavez, take in top sights like East Sixth Street and jump on the metro at Plaza Saltillo Station to see more of the city.

East Cesar Chavez

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