South Congress Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

South Congress
South Congress
South Congress
South Congress
South Congress

Popular places to visit

South Congress featuring signage

South Congress Avenue

4.5/5(14 reviews)

“SoCo” could stand for So Cool. Its quirky, neon-lit 1930s shop fronts help Keep Austin Weird, as the city’s slogan goes.

South Congress Avenue
University of Texas at Austin

University of Texas at Austin

5/5(2 reviews)

Explore the campus of University of Texas at Austin, a top university in Austin. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

University of Texas at Austin
Sixth Street

Sixth Street

4/5(18 reviews)

A real Austin icon, Sixth Street has brewery bars, nightclubs and live music venues that are always pumping.

Sixth Street
Austin Convention Center

Austin Convention Center

4.5/5(5 reviews)

During your trip, find out what's happening in Austin Convention Center, a top convention centre in Austin. Discover the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.

Austin Convention Center
Texas State Capitol which includes heritage architecture, an administrative building and a city

Texas State Capitol

4.5/5(16 reviews)

A glorious, sunset-red granite structure that overlooks the city on one of Austin's highest points.

Texas State Capitol
Lake Austin

Lake Austin

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Lake Austin, a popular spot to commune with nature in Austin. Stroll along the lakeside in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Lake Austin

Activities

Greenbelter Safari Hikes

Greenbelter Safari Hikes

AU$40
per adult
Greenbelter Safari Hikes
Private Electric Pedicab Mural and Instagram Tour

Austin Mural and Instagram Tour by Electric Pedicab

AU$193
per adult
Austin Mural and Instagram Tour by Electric Pedicab
Austin Mural Selfie Tour by Pedicab

Austin Mural Selfie Tour by Pedicab

AU$209
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Austin Mural Selfie Tour by Pedicab
Historic Segway Tour

Austin Sightseeing and Capitol Segway Tour

AU$110
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Austin Sightseeing and Capitol Segway Tour
Austin Murals & Mimosas Roofless BYOB Party Bus Tour + FREE Photoshoot

Austin Murals & Mimosas Roofless Party Bus Tour and Photoshoot

AU$1,022
per traveller
Austin Murals & Mimosas Roofless Party Bus Tour and Photoshoot
Austin Film Downtown Tour

Austin Film Downtown Tour

AU$63
per adult
Austin Film Downtown Tour
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Our pick of the best South Congress Hotel Deals

Aiden Austin City Hotel
Aiden Austin City Hotel
4 out of 5
2200 S I H 35, Austin, TX
The price is AU$267 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$267
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,571 reviews)
solo trip :)
"staff is always super kind, clean rooms, felt safe staying by myself."

Reviewed on 9 Mar. 2025

Aiden Austin City Hotel
Colton House Hotel
Colton House Hotel
4 out of 5
2510 South Congress Ave, Austin, TX
The price is AU$372 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$372
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (440 reviews)
"We had a little mishap when we checked in, but staff were great and made everything right very quickly. Good location for walking to South Congress shopping and restaurants. Onsite pool was not open, which would have been nice to have."

Reviewed on 9 Mar. 2025

Colton House Hotel
Hyatt Regency Austin
Hyatt Regency Austin
4 out of 5
208 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$441 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$441
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"Amazing property"

Reviewed on 10 Mar. 2025

Hyatt Regency Austin
Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown South Congress
Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown South Congress
3.5 out of 5
300 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$367 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$367
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
7.8/10 Good! (981 reviews)
"I liked the breakfast and happy hour."

Reviewed on 3 Mar. 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown South Congress
Austin Motel
Austin Motel
2.5 out of 5
1220 South Congress Ave., Austin, TX
The price is AU$379 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
AU$379
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Stay at this motel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Sixth ...
9/10 Wonderful! (694 reviews)
"It was great. Was there for business. Was very unique. lol very austin. Everything was clean. I would suggest calling ahead and telling them to exclude the drinks and snacks that are in the room as they kind of took up space. Outside of that it was great."

Reviewed on 3 Mar. 2025

Austin Motel
Hotel Magdalena
Hotel Magdalena
4 out of 5
1101 Music Lane, Austin, TX
The price is AU$525 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
AU$525
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (268 reviews)
"A must stay for those looking for something chic and familiar at the same time."

Reviewed on 23 Feb. 2025

Hotel Magdalena
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Other neighbourhoods around South Congress

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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
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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
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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.

Rainey Street Historic District
Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum showing a park and a statue or sculpture

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
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East Riverside - Oltorf

While visiting East Riverside - Oltorf, you might make a stop by sights like Lady Bird Lake and Colorado River.

East Riverside - Oltorf
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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.

East Cesar Chavez

South Congress Travel Guide

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