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 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 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is HK$886 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
HK$886
HK$1,063 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
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! (1,726 reviews)
nice staff. clean room. had a great time

Reviewed on 5 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 HK$695 per night from 12 Feb to 13 Feb
HK$695
HK$848 total
12 Feb - 13 Feb
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! (1,148 reviews)
The air conditioning or heat has to be on for air flow. There is no room cleaning everyday. And the counter lady try to make us buy water when there’s free water in the gym.

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Aloft Austin South
The Carpenter Hotel

The Carpenter Hotel

3.5 out of 5
400 Josephine St Austin TX
The price is HK$1,189 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
HK$1,189
HK$1,614 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (853 reviews)
Great vibes. the coffee in the hotel is amazing

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

The Carpenter 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 Retreat Near Downtown

Cozy Retreat Near Downtown

Austin TX
Stay at this apartment in Austin. Enjoy a fitness centre, laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Sixth Street and South Congress Avenue ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
The apartment was a bit more dated than we anticipated, but it was still comfortable and nice overall. If you’re traveling with a large suitcase, be aware that you’ll need to carry it up a couple of flights of stairs to reach the unit. On our last night, we did have to file a noise complaint due ...

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Cozy Retreat Near Downtown
Walkable SoCo Bungalow

Walkable SoCo Bungalow

Austin TX
Stay at this holiday home in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Sixth Street and South Congress Avenue are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
Welcoming host and lovely, and spacious home.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Walkable SoCo Bungalow
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! (53 reviews)
Fun, unique space! Very clean and cozy. Patrick is a kind and gracious host. Would definitely recommend for a relaxing stay in Austin!

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

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