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South Congress Avenue

South Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704
Ranked #12 of 176 attractions in Austin
4.5 of 5 stars 125 Reviews
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Activities: Shopping
Description: Street lined with lots of great restaurants.
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Austin, Texas
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

South Congress Avenue always draws me back. We go for brunch, we go for 1st Thursdays, we go when we have visitors. Packed with super restaurants of all types, fun stores and a massive food trailer scene, it shouldn't be missed. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

You just can't get bored here! Cruise through South Congress Avenue for some of the greatest food, shopping, and lovely Austinism around. There's Italian food, upscale dining, quaint cafes, burger bars, great taco places, and a bountiful selection of trailer food! As far as shopping goes, you get vintage collections, modern boutiques, eclectic house ware shops, thrift stores, western wear,... More

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Sequim, Washington
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

Bring your walking shoes and enjoy the many unique shops and fun restaurants and mobile trailers with fun foods (like cupcakes!)! If you like candy, hit Big Top Candy! More

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Corpus Christi
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36 reviews 36 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

Congress Avenue south of Town Lake offers a variety of eaterie and clubs-especially live venues likeThe Continental Club.There is the cool Austin Motel and many shops and places to see.One of the more interesting areas in Austin besides Sixth Street for music fans.There are great views of the Txas Capitol building from most of S Congress until it curves near... More

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Austin, Texas
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW
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lots, and lots, and lots of night clubs! If you are looking for a party, you'll find one at south congress. Also, lots of quaint little shops. More

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Austin, Texas
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW
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Located just south of downtown,the soco area is filled with shops,cafes and bars.check out the bats at the bridge over lady bird lake. More

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Houston, Texas
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

Several great places to just sit and enjoy a meal and a drink; loved the locals' wares also More

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Georgetown, Texas, United States
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

This is just the place to go in Austin; great little shops and wonderful places to eat. Try Perla's for seafood - unbelievable. More

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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012
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Always something to do on Congress, and always good music in the summer. Lots of resale shops and interesting art works. More

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Media, Pennsylvania
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

The shops and restaurants give a lovely flavor of what Austin is all about. More

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