Visit East Congress
Popular places to visit
University of Texas at Austin
Explore the campus of University of Texas at Austin, a top university in Austin. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Sixth Street
Austin’s answer to Bourbon Street really comes alive when the sun goes down. Enjoy live music, delicious food and refreshing drinks here any time of day.
Austin Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Austin Convention Center during your trip to Austin. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Zilker Park
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.
Lake Austin
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.
South Congress Avenue
Nicknamed SoCo, this trendy Austin neighborhood has attracted the attention of famous musicians and presidents, and is home to a huge urban bat colony.
Things to do
Public Lake Austin Boat Tour with Full Sun Shading - 2 Hours
Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin
Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide
From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle
Austin: Lake Austin Guided Boat Tour with Full Sun Shading
Top hotels in East Congress
Sonesta Simply Suites Austin South
Miss Garcia was so friendly and so sweet during check-in
Reviewed on 2 Nov, 2025
Aloft Austin South
Yes. Ac was great. Breakfast was bare
Reviewed on 31 Oct, 2025
Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown
clean rooms
Reviewed on 3 Nov, 2025
citizenM Austin Downtown
Room was very, very small!
Reviewed on 5 Nov, 2025
Omni Austin Hotel
Entire Staff was awesome !!! And the restaurant food was fantastic!!! Location was good too. Highly recommend and will stay there again in the future .
Reviewed on 2 Nov, 2025
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Everything was excellent! Will be returning again and staying on property ! Thank you for the hospitality and friendliness. Customer service was 100% . Overall excellent!
Reviewed on 2 Nov, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around East Congress
South Congress
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.
East Riverside - Oltorf
While visiting East Riverside - Oltorf, you might make a stop by sights like Lady Bird Lake and Colorado River.
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.
Zilker
While visiting Zilker, you might make a stop by sights like Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum and Lady Bird Lake.
Bouldin Creek
While visiting Bouldin Creek, you might make a stop by sights like South First Street and Long Center for the Performing Arts.
Barton Hills
If you're spending some time in Barton Hills, Barton Springs Pool and Zilker Botanical Garden are top sights worth seeing.
