West Congress Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
University of Texas at Austin
Explore the campus of University of Texas at Austin, a top university in Austin. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Sixth Street
When you visit Sixth Street, a popular shopping spot in Austin, you can enjoy some retail therapy. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its great live music.
Zilker Park
After visiting Zilker Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Austin. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Moody Center
Catch an event at Moody Center during your trip to Austin. Experience the great live music and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
South Congress Avenue
During your trip to Austin, you can search for that perfect souvenir at South Congress Avenue. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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.
Top hotels in West Congress
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Room and amenities, staff, location
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Omni Austin Hotel
Great place
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
citizenM Austin Downtown
Cleanliness
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG
Big rooms
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown
Clean and well appointed.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Austin
Room was clean and staff was very nice.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Congress
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.
Zilker
While visiting Zilker, you might make a stop by sights like Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum and Lady Bird Lake.
Barton Hills
If you're spending some time in Barton Hills, Barton Springs Pool and Zilker Botanical Garden are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Bouldin Creek
While visiting Bouldin Creek, you might make a stop by sights like South First Street and Long Center for the Performing Arts.
East Riverside - Oltorf
While visiting East Riverside - Oltorf, you might make a stop by sights like Lady Bird Lake and Colorado River.
