USA ·AUSTIN TOURS
The good 10 austin tours go weeks ahead in season and the rest sit empty for a reason. Below: which is which, and what you get for the money.
See Austin’s Capitol, music districts, murals, food trucks, and bat bridge on a lively two-hour small-group tour.
“Fabulous tour and highly recommend. Our guide was Connor and his personal touch made the experience very special.”
Review of Austin Biker Gang’s 90-minute e-bike tour, covering downtown sights, local stories, practical rules, value, and who should book.
“This was a great tour. Our guide Captain Kid was very knowledgeable. I would highly recommend. We would definitely do again.”
Review of Austin’s 3-hour food tour with brisket, tacos, sweets, local stories, six tastings, and a choice of downtown or South Congress.
“The food was absolutely delicious. We know why Austin is on the map for food! Between BBQ and tacos there is no doubt this is THE destination for foodies! Jack our guide was amazing, telling us about the history of the city as well as the food traditions.”
Review of Austin’s 75 to 90-minute double-decker city tour, with Capitol views, live commentary, practical tips, price, and honest drawbacks.
“Informative and cheerful delivery of local history. Got us around the area which gave us ideas of where to return to later in the week.”
Review of Austin’s Hill Country BBQ and Wine Shuttle, with Salt Lick, two wineries, costs, timing, tips, and who should book.
“Kelty was a great guide and driver! Really made it fun.Try the turkey at Salt Lick. Very good. Wine tasting was fun and a few good wines with the views. Nice chance to get out of the city”
See Austin and Hill Country highlights in 90 minutes with a local guide, air-conditioned Mercedes van, and 50-plus sights for $33.
“The Sprinter Van tour to the hill country and around austin was very nice. The Van was well air conditioned! The travel guide was very knowledgeable. Would recommend! especially for family”
Explore Austin after dark on a 90-minute ghost tour featuring the Driskill Hotel, haunted taverns, local history, and spooky stories.
“Tour was too large with 30 members. Guide was attempting to show historical pictures on his cellphone. Only inside visits were at The Speakeasy lounge and an unescourted walkthru of the Driskill lobby. Neither were that interesting. Enjoyed walking around on my own more.”
See Austin by pedal-assist e-bike, from Barton Springs and murals to the Capitol and Congress Bridge, with a small group guide.
“Highly recommend! Bikes were in great shape and staff very helpful when we checked in. Our guide, Rob, was amazing! Very informative, interesting, accommodating, and a great photographer as well.”
See Austin’s parks, lake, Capitol, downtown, and bat bridge by bike on a guided two-hour tour for $58, with gear included.
“Mark was a fantastic guide - best part of my trip to Austin. I not only saw a lot of Austin I otherwise would have missed, but also learned the history and background. Highly recommend.”
Explore Austin’s live music scene by van, visiting three venues with local guides, entry included, and practical tips for a lively night out.
“Joey is as so awesome, personable, thoughtful, interesting, funny, knowledgeable and kind. He remembered everyone’s name on the tour and where they were from. The driver David was also great! We did an icebreaker of the last memorable concert we went to and they made a point of playing that music during our drives. The venues we went to were so fun that we even stayed at the last one to finish listening to the bands set. Hands down our favorite part of our Austin weekend trip.”
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