Zilker Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum showing a statue or sculpture and a park
Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum which includes a statue or sculpture
Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum showing a garden and a statue or sculpture
Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum which includes a park, a statue or sculpture and outdoor art
Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum which includes interior views and art

Popular places to visit

Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum which includes a park and a statue or sculpture

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.

Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum
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 - 2 Hours

AU$127
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Public Lake Austin Boat Tour with Full Sun Shading - 2 Hours
Austin Murder Walk

Austin Murder Walk

AU$53
per adult
90% 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$128
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$197
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin
Delicious lunch at Salt Lick

From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle

AU$105
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle
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Our pick of the best Zilker Hotel Deals

The Carpenter Hotel

The Carpenter Hotel

3.5 out of 5
400 Josephine St, Austin, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$415 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$415
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (782 reviews)
"The hotel is very pretty but not very sound proof. They are next to a doggy daycare so we woke up to dogs barking every morning.when someone would shut their door, it sounded like our door was opening. The staff are all really nice. The rooms are nicely done. The other issue I had was the parking. ..."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

The Carpenter Hotel
Omni Austin Hotel

Omni Austin Hotel

4 out of 5
700 San Jacinto Blvd, Austin, TX
The price is AU$456 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$456
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,889 reviews)
"Nice visit. Very clean"

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Omni Austin Hotel
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

3.5 out of 5
901 Neches Street, Austin, TX
The price is AU$231 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$231
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,100 reviews)
"Great staff. Very attentive and helpful."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
citizenM Austin Downtown

citizenM Austin Downtown

4 out of 5
617 COLORADO ST, Austin, TX
The price is AU$301 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$301
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,147 reviews)
"This is probably one of my favorite stays ever. Such a clean hotel, the room is perfect - has everything you need and super clean. Lots of fun tech too. Everyone working there was super friendly. The pool is lovely and gets nice sunlight. Loved it!"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

citizenM Austin Downtown
Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown

Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown

2 out of 5
9121 N Interstate Hwy 35, Austin, TX
The price is AU$124 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$124
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,584 reviews)
"Hope caneras in parking work in the areas they point. May need more to feel safer."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown
The LINE Austin

The LINE Austin

4 out of 5
111 East Cesar Chavez Street, Austin, TX
The price is AU$428 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$428
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy 3 restaurants, 3 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,049 reviews)
"Room was stunning. Loved the hotel decor. Everything was super clean and I loved the stocked fridge with drinks and snacks. The only downsides were valet parking only option and the front desk staff that checked us in was not friendly. Otherwise great hotel"

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

The LINE Austin
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Other neighbourhoods around Zilker

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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
South Congress featuring signage

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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Barton Hills

If you're spending some time in Barton Hills, Barton Springs Pool and Zilker Botanical Garden are top sights worth seeing.

Barton Hills
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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
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Clarksville

While visiting Clarksville, you might make a stop by sights like West Sixth Street and Confederate Soldier Monument.

Clarksville
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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.

Congress Avenue Historic District

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