Zilker Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum showing a statue or sculpture and a park
Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum which includes a statue or sculpture
Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum showing a garden and a statue or sculpture
Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum which includes a park, a statue or sculpture and outdoor art
Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum which includes interior views and art

Popular places to visit

Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum which includes a park and a statue or sculpture

Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum

Get to know the work of sculptor Charles Umlauf in this beautiful green space and gallery, which feels like an oasis in the city.

Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum
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 fascinating museums 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 theatre scene in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.

Austin Convention Center
Zilker Park which includes skyline, a lake or waterhole and a park

Zilker Park

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Paddle a canoe, hike along the extensive trails or unwind in the thermal springs of this idyllic park on the banks of a beautiful lake.

Zilker Park
Lake Austin

Lake Austin

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Austin during your travels 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$39
per adult
Greenbelter Safari Hikes
Austin in a Nutshell Bike Tour with a Local Guide

Austin in a Nutshell Bike Tour with a Local Guide

AU$100
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Austin in a Nutshell Bike Tour with a Local Guide
Lets bike!

Austin Electric Bike Tour: Let it Ride

AU$116
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Austin Electric Bike Tour: Let it Ride
Heartbeats of Austin: A Romantic Journey Through Time

Heartbeats of Austin: A Romantic Journey Through Time

AU$743
per adult
Heartbeats of Austin: A Romantic Journey Through Time
2023 Bentley Tritoons with a cooler ice and water bottles

Lake Austin Sunset Boat Cruise – 1 - Hour Scenic Tour BYOB

AU$60
per adult
Lake Austin Sunset Boat Cruise – 1 - Hour Scenic Tour BYOB
Austin: Single or Double Kayak Rental

Austin: Single or Double Kayak Rental

AU$54
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Austin: Single or Double Kayak Rental
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Our pick of the best Zilker Hotel Deals

The Carpenter Hotel
The Carpenter Hotel
3.5 out of 5
400 Josephine St, Austin, TX
The price is AU$351 per night from 26 June to 27 June
AU$351
26 June - 27 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (693 reviews)
"Reuse of an older building. Eclectic area."

Reviewed on 22 Jun. 2025

The Carpenter Hotel
citizenM Austin Downtown
citizenM Austin Downtown
4 out of 5
617 COLORADO ST, Austin, TX
The price is AU$200 per night from 1 July to 2 July
AU$200
1 July - 2 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,748 reviews)
"An Amazing Stay! I had an incredible experience at this hotel! The artwork throughout the property is absolutely beautiful and gives the space such a unique and welcoming atmosphere. The employees were kind, professional, and went above and beyond to make my stay comfortable. My room was clean, stylish, ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jun. 2025

citizenM Austin Downtown
Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown
Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown
2 out of 5
9121 N Interstate Hwy 35, Austin, TX
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,493 reviews)
"Clean and roomy."

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2025

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Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown
Omni Austin Hotel
Omni Austin Hotel
4 out of 5
700 San Jacinto Blvd, Austin, TX
The price is AU$349 per night from 1 July to 2 July
AU$349
1 July - 2 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,801 reviews)
"Very modern and close to 6th st. Front desk and all staff were very accommodating especially the house keeper Yaikelys making sure our room was always thoroughly cleaned and had everything we needed."

Reviewed on 22 Jun. 2025

Omni Austin Hotel
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
3.5 out of 5
901 Neches Street, Austin, TX
The price is AU$173 per night from 2 July to 3 July
AU$173
2 July - 3 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,820 reviews)
"This place is a great place to stay with a family or friends. Lots of games for kids and adults and the pool is always shaded. The happy hour bartender was amazing and made great drinks! Definitely checkout the bartender! Also mid day manager Daniel was amazing and very helpful with restaurants and ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jun. 2025

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Austin Southpark Hotel
Austin Southpark Hotel
3.5 out of 5
4140 Governors Row, Austin, TX
The price is AU$149 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$149
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)
"Good place! Clean!"

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Zilker

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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
South Congress featuring signage

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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Barton Hills

If you're spending some time in Barton Hills, Barton Springs Pool and Zilker Botanical Garden are top sights worth seeing.

Barton Hills
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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
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Congress Avenue Historic District

If you're spending some time in Congress Avenue Historic District, Sixth Street and Frost Bank Tower are top sights worth seeing.

Congress Avenue Historic District
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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

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