Zilker
Austin
Popular places to visit
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.
University of Texas at Austin
Explore the campus of University of Texas at Austin, a top university in Austin. Experience the entertainment choices 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.
Moody Center
Catch an event at Moody Center during your trip to Austin. Experience the great live music and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
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.
Things to do
Double Decker Austin Single Loop Sightseeing Tour
Scenic 2HR Austin Guided Lake Tour: Small Group & Full Sun Shade
Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin
Lake Austin Sunset Boat Cruise – 1 - Hour Scenic Tour BYOB
Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide
Top hotels in Zilker
The Carpenter Hotel
Staff were great, vibe is cool, industrial. Bed was so comfy! Love the basket of snacks available for purchase in the room. Would not recommend for frail or elderly visitors - beds and chairs tend to be low, slope of shower and floor are a bit slippery. Overnight oats for breakfast and chai tea were ...
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
The Loren Hotel Austin
Everything was great at the hotel, service, staff, amenities, nice spot as well.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Good quiet location, wish they had nicer upgrade and the tv didnt have ways to connect streaming
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown
Hot Breakfast was Great in the mornings! Room is decent for the price, would stay again!
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Omni Austin Hotel
Great stay- staff was friendly and attentive. Valet guys were super nice as were the people at the front desk. I cam for a mom’s weekend for my son and it was everything I wanted. Thank you
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Austin Capitol / Downtown
All of the above.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Zilker
Bouldin Creek
While visiting Bouldin Creek, you might make a stop by sights like Long Center for the Performing Arts and South Congress Avenue.
Barton Hills
If you're spending some time in Barton Hills, Barton Springs Pool and Zilker Botanical Garden are top sights worth seeing.
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 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.
Congress Avenue Historic District
If you're spending some time in Congress Avenue Historic District, Sixth Street and Frost Bank Tower are top sights worth seeing.
Rainey Street Historic District
The abundant dining options and lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Rainey Street Historic District. A stop by Rainey Street or Lady Bird Lake might round out your trip.
