South Austin Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South Austin
Where to stay in South Austin
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.
Bouldin Creek
While visiting Bouldin Creek, you might make a stop by sights like South First Street and Long Center for the Performing Arts.
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.
Zilker
While visiting Zilker, you might make a stop by sights like Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum and Zach Theatre.
Travis Heights
While visiting Travis Heights, you might make a stop by sights like South Congress Avenue and Lady Bird Lake.
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.
Colton House Hotel
Clean room, personal staff and a unique experience.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
The Loren Hotel Austin
The room was spacious, clean, and extremely comfortable.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Aiden Austin City Hotel
The room was clean and the staff was great
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Placemakr Downtown Austin
Great location for access to all areas in Austin. Fab room and facilities. Pool area looked great! Friendly staff and everything needed for a week trip!
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Studio Haus East 6th Austin by Kasa
It was a good easy place to stay
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Austin Condo Hotel
Spectacular view, elegant well equipped unit, good laundry, four separate beds, two baths.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Popular places to visit
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.
Barton Springs Pool
You can take time to visit Barton Springs Pool during your travels to Austin. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Austin City Limits
After visiting Austin City Limits, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Austin. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
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.
Long Center for the Performing Arts
You can enjoy a show at Long Center for the Performing Arts on your trip to Austin. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Barton Creek Square Mall
During your visit to Austin, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Barton Creek Square Mall. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.
- Barton Springs Pool
- Palmer Events Center
- Austin City Limits
- Barton Creek Square Mall
- Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum
- South First Street
- Broken Spoke
- City of Austin Nature Preserves
- Austin Nature and Science Center
- Garrison Park
- Brodie Oaks Shopping Center
- Battle Bend Park
- Peter Pan Mini Golf
- Greetings from Austin Mural
- Southridge Plaza
- I Love You So Much Mural
- Butler Pitch and Putt Golf Course
- Beverly S. Sheffield Zilker Hillside Theater
- Blazer Tag
