South Congress Travel Guide
Austin
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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.
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.
University of Texas at Austin
Explore the campus of University of Texas at Austin, a top university in Austin. Experience the fascinating museums 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.
Moody Center
Catch an event at Moody Center during your trip to Austin. Experience the entertainment choices and great live music in this vibrant area.
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.
Top hotels in South Congress
Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown South Congress
The staff was not the friendliest or welcoming at front desk, there was some Maintenance or other thing being done so the entire breakfast, table & chair area was closed off. We did not eat breakfast on site either day. There was only 2 bags of hot tea, both earl gray , and staff said they had no ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Aiden Austin City Hotel
I loved the decorations in the room. And hotel inside and outside . Super clean. And the sushi restaurant inside the hotel was excellent and economical. Loved the restaurant decor. Friendly staff in the hotel and restaurant. Bed was like heaven. I miss it already.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Extended Stay America Suites Austin Downtown Town Lake
Honestly, the STRONG smell of smoke is what prompted this review. It smelled just horribly strong.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Colton House Hotel
Highly recommended Lovely place.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Hotel Magdalena
Breakfast bar and coffee was spot on.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Hotel San Jose
Excellent location. Very charming grounds. Feels very intimate but easy to get to a variety of restaurants and stores. Would book again.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Congress
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.
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.
Zilker
While visiting Zilker, you might make a stop by sights like Lady Bird Lake and Colorado River.
East Riverside - Oltorf
While visiting East Riverside - Oltorf, you might make a stop by sights like Lady Bird Lake 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.
