South Congress Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
I Love You So Much Mural
You can spend time exploring the galleries in I Love You So Much Mural in Austin. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Activities
Lake Austin Scenic History Tour 2-Hour, Fully Shaded, All Ages
Austin: Lake Austin Scenic Guided Boat Tour - Full Sun Shade
Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide
Boat Shuttle to Ski Shores - Scenic Water Taxi Tour
Our pick of the best South Congress Hotel Deals
Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown South Congress
"We recently stayed at the Embassy Suites Austin South Congress for a family vacation and overall had a good experience. The hotel’s location was convenient and made it easy to explore Austin and nearby attractions. The staff provided good service throughout our stay and were friendly and helpful ..."
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Aiden Austin City Hotel
"Lovely hotel but it needs some TLC ans theres a musky smell throughout. Staff were amazing throughout and very helpful. Tea, coffee and hot chocolate available 24/7 which was a lovely touch. Breakfast was lovely but it could do with changing up to help give a bit of variety - it was the exact same ..."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Extended Stay America Suites Austin Downtown Town Lake
"The hotel reminds of a run down apartment complex in every corner there’s no smoking signs but as you walk past the halls it’s smells like smoke when i got to my room that too smelled like smoke windows were dirty people in mostly every room were very loud liquor bottles outside the doors for the ..."
Reviewed on 7 June 2026
Hyatt Regency Austin
"Nice location and friendly staff . Clean rooms well maintained"
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Colton House Hotel
"Beautiful hotel in Austin…. Staff was great lobby area was very nice with many nice spots to sit and relax. The cafe in lower level was lovely with a full bar. Pool was very nice but music was played very loud making the experience not relaxing. Location was close to shops and restaurants but not ..."
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
"The room was a good size with kitchen. Water pressure was terrible. Went down to search for Kleenex and tp and staff said they’d send it up. Never came even after calling. 2 hrs later we found a maid in the hall. Location was just ok and staff not very friendly."
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
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Our guide on 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
Great live music beloved sports teams and top sights from Domain Northside to Cap City Comedy Club – discover The Domain, a destination also famous for its entertainment.
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.
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.
