Things to do in South Austin

Activities, attractions and tours

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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What to do in South Austin

Popular places to visit

South Congress featuring signage

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.

South Congress Avenue
Zilker Park showing a pool, swimming and a garden

Barton Springs Pool

One of the “crown jewels” of Austin’s bustling downtown, this natural limestone pool is a refreshing place to spend a steamy Texan afternoon.

Barton Springs Pool
Zilker Park Concert: Sunset Aerial Over Austin Crowd

Austin City Limits

After visiting Austin City Limits, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Austin. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

Austin City Limits
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St. Edward's University

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of St. Edward's University during your trip to Austin. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

St. Edward's University
Gorgeous city at night. 🌆 #austintexas #nightphotography #skylines

Long Center for the Performing Arts

You can enjoy a show at Long Center for the Performing Arts on your trip to Austin. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

Long Center for the Performing Arts
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Barton Creek Square Mall

During your visit to Austin, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Barton Creek Square Mall. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.

Barton Creek Square Mall
Zilker Botanical Garden showing wetlands, landscape views and a park

Zilker Botanical Garden

A leafy space of tranquillity located right in the heart of the city.

Zilker Botanical Garden
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
South First Street

South First Street

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at South First Street during your trip to Austin.

South First Street

Areas of South Austin

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
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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
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 Zach Theatre.

Zilker
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
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

 

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Lady Bird Lake featuring a city, a river or creek and a statue or sculpture

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Zilker Park showing a river or creek and a park

Sunset Valley

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