South Austin

Travel Guide

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
Easy hike for everyone and depending on when you visit the park rangers may or may not allow you to go into the water due to high levels of bacteria.

Where to stay in South Austin

Austin showing signage

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
Vibrant Austin Texas city panoramic skyline, and modern buildings reflections on the rainwater over the Congress Avenue Bridge Road over the Lady Bird Lake in Colorado River

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
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 Lady Bird Lake and Colorado River.

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 HK$935 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
HK$935
HK$1,122 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
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! (1,765 reviews)
Cockroach and tick in the room, left the property immediately. Staff (Jose Lopez) unhelpful, claimed I was lying even after I showed him videos of the bugs. Room was poor otherwise - small, poorly lit - much better options in the area.

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Aiden Austin City Hotel
The Loren Hotel Austin

The Loren Hotel Austin

5 out of 5
1211 W Riverside Dr. Austin TX
The price is HK$1,695 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
HK$1,695
HK$2,398 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (366 reviews)
Super nice hotel and area

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

The Loren Hotel Austin
Colton House Hotel

Colton House Hotel

4 out of 5
2510 South Congress Ave Austin TX
The price is HK$1,478 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
HK$1,478
HK$1,963 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
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! (706 reviews)
The rooms were surprisingly large and decorated well. Loved h location and th close proximity to HEB. Would stay there again. Beautiful boutique hotel.

Reviewed on 24 Mar 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.
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! (59 reviews)
Great little home with everything needed for a great stay!

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Kasita Nest is a prefabricated, smart home for romantic getaways.
Newly Renovated Low-Allergen Home w Pool & Hot Tub

Newly Renovated Low-Allergen Home w Pool & Hot Tub

Austin TX
Stay at this holiday home in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a garden. Popular attractions Sixth Street and South Congress Avenue are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
It was a wonderful stay! Family friendly, pet friendly, clean, easy and helpful communication. Loved it!

Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026

Newly Renovated Low-Allergen Home w Pool & Hot Tub
Redemption in South Austin

Redemption in South Austin

Austin TX
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Austin. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Sixth Street and South Congress Avenue ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
Excellent location for our visit to Austin. Pet friendly! Excellent water pressure in the showers! Quiet cul-de-sac.

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Redemption in South Austin
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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