East Congress
Austin
Visit East Congress
Popular places to visit
Moody Center
Catch an event at Moody Center during your trip to Austin. Experience the entertainment choices and great live music in this vibrant area.
University of Texas at Austin
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Lake Austin Scenic History Tour 2-Hour, Fully Shaded, All Ages
Lake Austin Sunset Boat Cruise – 1 - Hour Scenic Tour BYOB
Double Decker Austin Single Loop Sightseeing Tour
Lake Austin Boat Cruise 1.5 Hour Scenic Tour BYOB Per Person
Top hotels in East Congress
Aloft by Marriott Austin South
"Love the bar and not super over priced beers and the beds and air conditioner was amazingly cold"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Skylite inn
"Night,when I turn on the light from the restroom door where a lot of roaches and dirt bathtub the bathroom was terrible. The manager was very nice person and very respectful but the cleaning of the room was terrible."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Omni Austin Hotel
"Location was perfect,the food at the restaurant?awesome,housekeeping awesome"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Hyatt Centric Congress Ave Austin
"It was good. Staff were extremely helpful. Pillows were a bit too soft for my liking. Blankets are limited to a comforter or throw blanket, which I had to blast the AC to not be sweating every night."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Hyatt Place Austin Downtown
"Staff very friendly and helpful . Safe in room did not work. Upon many attempts to have someone come up and fix. No attempts were made to do so. Water was not replenished daily in the room. Had to ask and was giving to me without hesitation."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
"They were having issues with the A/C units in the lobby, but had portable units set up to try and keep it comfortable. The room was very nice and the view of the city was nice."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Where to stay in East Congress
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.
The Domain
You'll love the great live music in The Domain, and you might want to stick around to check out Domain Northside, a top place to visit.
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.
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 Lady Bird Lake might round out your trip.
Lago Vista
Lago Vista is noteworthy for its lake views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lake Travis and Colorado River.
