South Congress Travel Guide

Austin

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South Congress Avenue

9.0/10 (5,511 reviews)
Nicknamed SoCo, this trendy Austin neighborhood has attracted the attention of famous musicians and presidents, and is home to a huge urban bat colony.
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Things to do

Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin

Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin

฿4,269
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin
Weird Austin City Tour

Weird Austin City Tour

฿1,986
per adult
Weird Austin City Tour
Sunset Boat Tour of Lake Austin Per Person

Sunset Boat Tour of Lake Austin Per Person

฿1,397
per adult
Sunset Boat Tour of Lake Austin Per Person
The Depths

The Escape Game: Epic 60-Minute Adventures in Downtown Austin

฿1,468
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Escape Game: Epic 60-Minute Adventures in Downtown Austin
Double Decker Austin Single Loop Sightseeing Tour

Double Decker Austin Single Loop Sightseeing Tour

฿1,220
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Double Decker Austin Single Loop Sightseeing Tour
Tandem Kayak Rental at Lady Bird Lake

Tandem Kayak Rental at Lady Bird Lake

฿1,655
per traveller
96% of travellers recommend
Tandem Kayak Rental at Lady Bird Lake
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Top hotels in South Congress

Aiden Austin City Hotel

Aiden Austin City Hotel

4 out of 5
2200 S I H 35 Austin TX
The price is ฿3,845 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿3,845
฿4,612 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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. ...
Aiden Austin City Hotel
Hotel Magdalena

Hotel Magdalena

4 out of 5
1101 Music Lane Austin TX
The price is ฿6,920 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿6,920
฿9,172 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (492 reviews)
"Beautifully designed hotel in the most wonderful area. We enjoyed the central location and being able to walk everywhere. The rooms and common areas have a unique and very creative interior design aesthetic. The large balconies outside the rooms provided a wonderful place to sit with coffee in the ..."

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026

Hotel Magdalena
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
The price is ฿4,638 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿4,638
฿5,534 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,003 reviews)
"All the staff were very polite and positive. There was a young maintenance guy walking the hall very cheerful and polite didn't catch his name, and a lady Chante at the front desk, You could tell she loved her job and was such a joy during check in. You don't find that so much with younger people ..."

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown South Congress
Colton House Hotel

Colton House Hotel

4 out of 5
2510 South Congress Ave Austin TX
The price is ฿4,918 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿4,918
฿7,894 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (855 reviews)
"What a great, little-known secret hotel. Don't judge by the lack of curb appeal. The rooms are great, large, open, full kitchen and even tea kettles. Real coffee cups and silverware and plates. I would absolutely stay here again."

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026

Colton House Hotel
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

3.5 out of 5
901 Neches Street Austin TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,616 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
฿3,616
฿4,343 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
citizenM Austin Downtown

citizenM Austin Downtown

4 out of 5
617 COLORADO ST Austin TX
The price is ฿3,912 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿3,912
฿4,668 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
citizenM Austin Downtown
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Where to stay in South Congress

Find the best South Congress areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Austin

Downtown Austin is popular for its fantastic nightlife. Explore top sights like Sixth Street and Paramount Theatre, and you can get around town on the metro at Downtown Station.

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The Domain

Great live music beloved sports teams and top sights from Domain Northside to Cap City Comedy Club – discover The Domain, a destination also famous for its entertainment.

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Lower Basin Lake Travis

If you're spending some time in Lower Basin Lake Travis, Lake Travis and Hippie Hollow are top sights worth seeing.

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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.

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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.

South Congress Travel Guide