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

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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 Long Center for the Performing Arts and South Congress Avenue.

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
The price is S$164 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
S$164
22 Feb - 23 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! (1,723 reviews)
I liked it all

Reviewed on 15 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 S$138 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
S$138
22 Feb - 23 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! (1,152 reviews)
Great staff, excellent room and good amenities. We plan to return to the South Austin Aloft hotel the next time we’re on the city!

Reviewed on 19 Feb, 2026

Aloft Austin South
The Carpenter Hotel

The Carpenter Hotel

3.5 out of 5
400 Josephine St Austin TX
The price is S$275 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
S$275
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! (860 reviews)
Yes, the room and the hotel was beautiful and culturally decorated. Very classy hotel! Excellent restaurant & cafe too! The staff was superb all the way around. It was a lovely stay.

Reviewed on 18 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.
Placemakr Downtown Austin

Placemakr Downtown Austin

4 out of 5
710 E 3rd St Austin TX
Stay at this aparthotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Sixth Street and Moody Theater are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (567 reviews)
Great location, clean.

Reviewed on 17 Feb, 2026

Placemakr Downtown Austin
 Studio Haus East 6th Austin by Kasa

Studio Haus East 6th Austin by Kasa

2 out of 5
1812 E 6th St Austin TX
Stay at this aparthotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a business centre and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Sixth Street and Lady Bird Lake are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (76 reviews)
The rooms were clean and the staff was exceptionally friendly.

Reviewed on 14 Feb, 2026

Studio Haus East 6th Austin by Kasa
Austin Condo Hotel

Austin Condo Hotel

4.5 out of 5
48 East Ave Austin TX
Stay at this luxury condo in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (482 reviews)
The entire place was immaculate, clean and very trendy. A true gem if a stay

Reviewed on 13 Feb, 2026

Austin Condo 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.

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