South Austin

Travel Guide

Austin Waterfall; Shutterstock ID 523345798
Austin Waterfall; Shutterstock ID 523345798
As always Zilker provides the best waterlilies!  Start going from April through August!  It is hot during the day, but so pretty!  Also if you go in the morning you can get some great shots and be done before it's too hot! 

Taken with Canon T3i and edited with Aperture.
Clicked this at Zilker Botanical garden where this small but beautiful waterfall is present and waiting to be photographed
Different shades of #green 
View from hike and bike trail bridge over to Barton Springs Rd bridge. #austin

Where to stay in South Austin

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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
Downtown Austin

Bouldin Creek

While visiting Bouldin Creek, you might make a stop by sights like Long Center for the Performing Arts and South Congress Avenue.

Bouldin Creek
I'm glad I was able to capture this shot of the place that now just means so much more! #Austin #Texas #Cityscape #Skyline #NightPhotography #Nikon #D3400

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
Downtown Austin Texas Skyline View Zilker Metropolitan Park

Zilker

5/5(1 area review)

While visiting Zilker, you might make a stop by sights like Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum and Lady Bird Lake.

Zilker
North Austin

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.

South Lamar
Travis Heights featuring landscape views and a city

Travis Heights

While visiting Travis Heights, you might make a stop by sights like South Congress Avenue and Lady Bird Lake.

Travis Heights
Aiden Austin City Hotel

Aiden Austin City Hotel

4 out of 5
2200 S I H 35 Austin TX
The price is €118 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
€118
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,733 reviews)
Room was clean and comfortable, had a little smell when we used the AC but was great overall. The complimentary breakfast is nice, the waffles are shaped like Texas which is a cute touch. The hotel is large and is easy to get lost in, but has so many access points that so long as you get outside ...

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Aiden Austin City Hotel
Aloft Austin South

Aloft Austin South

3 out of 5
4108 SOUTH INTERSTATE 35 FRONTAGE ROAD Austin TX
The price is €92 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
€92
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Austin. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,145 reviews)
The hotel was decorated beautifully and the room was clean for the most part. The beds were comfortable and for such a short overnight stay it worked well for my family.

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Aloft Austin South
Colton House Hotel

Colton House Hotel

4 out of 5
2510 South Congress Ave Austin TX
The price is €219 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
€219
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (678 reviews)
Everything about this hotel was top-notch! The staff were so nice and accommodating. Other special amenities like Prosecco offered at check-in and snacks available in the lobby for guests were very nice. The rooms were clean and spacious. Would definitely recommend and would stay there again!

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Colton House Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Cozy & Quiet Retreat ~ Walk to SoCo and Town Lake!

Cozy & Quiet Retreat ~ Walk to SoCo and Town Lake!

Austin TX
Stay at this holiday home in Austin. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Sixth Street and South Congress Avenue are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
Yes, the host was welcoming. The accommodations were excellent. I would definitely stay again! Highly recommended!

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Cozy & Quiet Retreat ~ Walk to SoCo and Town Lake!
Kasita Nest is a prefabricated, smart home for romantic getaways.

Kasita Nest is a prefabricated, smart home for romantic getaways.

Austin TX
Stay at this holiday home in Austin. Enjoy a fitness centre, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Sixth Street and South Congress Avenue are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (54 reviews)
The Krista Nest was in a great location and had a beautiful outdoor space! The place was cozy and well stocked! We loved our stay and would come back again!

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Kasita Nest is a prefabricated, smart home for romantic getaways.
Glass Treehouse WINTER EXOTIC--KAYAK-SUP/Bike/Hike/POOL-LAKE-RIVER-GARDENS-FOOD

Glass Treehouse WINTER EXOTIC--KAYAK-SUP/Bike/Hike/POOL-LAKE-RIVER-GARDENS-FOOD

Austin TX
Stay at this holiday home in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a water park. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
10/10 Exceptional! (479 reviews)
Beautiful home, great location and amazing host!

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Glass Treehouse WINTER EXOTIC--KAYAK-SUP/Bike/Hike/POOL-LAKE-RIVER-GARDENS-FOOD
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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