Greater South River City
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Visit Greater South River City
Popular places to visit
University of Texas at Austin
Explore the campus of University of Texas at Austin, a top university in Austin. Experience the lively festivals 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.
Austin Convention Center
Learn about the events happening at Austin Convention Center during your trip to Austin. Discover the acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area, or seek out the biking trails.
Texas State Capitol
A glorious, sunset-red granite structure that overlooks the city on one of Austin's highest points.
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 check out its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle
Lake Austin Sunset Boat Cruise – 1 - Hour Scenic Tour BYOB
Ultimate cat experience at Austin's cat cafe
Austin: Lake Austin Scenic Guided Boat Tour - Full Sun Shade
Scenic 2HR Austin Guided Lake Tour: Small Group & Full Sun Shade
Top hotels in Greater South River City
Aiden Austin City Hotel
Clean rooms, great service and staff!
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025
Colton House Hotel
We checked in on Christmas Day. The hotel is beautiful and the front desk person was very kind and helpful.
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Good stay!
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG
Stuck in Austin over Christmas but if I was gonna be stuck somewhere I’m glad it was here. So clean and friendly. I’m very grateful my bad luck played out as well as it did. Definitely gonna come back on purpose lol
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
Omni Austin Hotel
Overall was very impressed. Had an amazing getaway with my sweetheart. However, being in down where homeless people sadly have trashed the area around it did not make me feel good about it. Very sad
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown
Clean rooms and friendly and very helpful staff!
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Greater South River City
South Congress
The ample dining options and beautiful 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 River City
While visiting South River City, you might make a stop by sights like South Congress Avenue and Lady Bird Lake.
Bouldin Creek
If you're spending some time in Bouldin Creek, South First Street and Long Center for the Performing Arts are top sights worth seeing.
East Riverside - Oltorf
While visiting East Riverside - Oltorf, you might make a stop by sights like Lady Bird Lake and Colorado River.
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.
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.
