South Congress (SoCo)
South Congress Avenue
A retro, quirky district south of the bridge, where vintage shops, cowboy boot stores, murals, food trucks and classic neon signs come together, with views of the Capitol.
SoCo refers to the stretch of Congress Avenue from the bridge south to Oltorf Street. It embodies Austin’s “Keep Austin Weird” spirit, with Allens Boots cowboy boot store, vintage shops, the Uncommon Objects general store, Home Slice Pizza, Amy’s Ice Creams and the famous mural “I love you so much” on the side wall of Jo’s Coffee.
Looking north along the street gives the classic view of the Capitol facing down the avenue. At night, you can catch live music at the Continental Club. Street parking is hard to find, so consider Bus No. 1 or a taxi.
Opening hours
Shops approx. 10:00–20:00
Nearby sights
- Continental Club
- Congress Avenue Bridge Bats
- Rainey Street Historic District
- Sixth Street
- Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum
- Barton Springs Pool
- Texas State Capitol
- Franklin Barbecue