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The 15 most popular things to do in Austin. The Congress Avenue bats, a paddle on Lady Bird Lake, the barbecue and breakfast tacos, live music after dark and the Hill Country wineries an hour west, all in one place.
A 2-hour small-group Austin drive with a local guide: Texas State Capitol inside, murals, South Congress, food trucks, and more.
Most Popular“An awesome overview and tour of Austin. Sets us up for success on where to go and things to do. Ask for Jacqueline Washington. She’s the best.”
Austin Biker Gang e-bike tour covers downtown sights in 90 minutes with local stories, easy riding, helmets, and Congress Avenue bats. $85.
“Fun ride but didn’t hit all the spots on the itinerary like Rainey Street. And the bikers in front were very slow so couldn’t see the leader.”
Austin’s walking food tour feeds you 6 tastings in about 3 hours, with a Downtown or SoCo route plus a secret dish the day of.
“This tour was wonderful! Our guide, Jack was so enthusiastic about food that it made the tour fun. All the samples presented were delicious and in generous portions. Very glad we took this tour.”
Austin double-decker loop tour with live guide: 6th Street, Texas Capitol, UT sights, Congress bat bridge. 75–90 min, $36.81.
“Tour guide was personable, funny, and knowledgeable without even being a native. Driver was slow, but also good to feel the breeze in mid 80° weather. Only had to duck for trees on the outside twice.”
Half-day shuttle from Austin to Salt Lick BBQ and two Hill Country wineries, with comfy small-group rides and easy pacing.
“I had a wonderful time on the BBQ and wine tour! Evan was an incredibly nice and pleasant tour guide who made the experience even more enjoyable. The pace was just right, the atmosphere was relaxed, and I truly enjoyed every part of the tour. The BBQ was delicious and the wine tastings were a…”
Austin by sprinter in 90 minutes with local stories, A/C comfort, and 50+ drive-by sights including the Texas Capitol.
“It was a great way to learn the history of Austin, and to get an overview of the area. We actually saw a driverless car, which was very interesting!”
90-minute evening Austin ghost walk: Speakeasy, Driskill, Paramount, Dirty Sixth, plus Texas Capitol views and photo-heavy stories.
“Its a lot of fun traveling and hearing some historical facts, and even seeing what events took place and proof!”
Pedal-assist e-bikes let you cover Austin’s highlights fast, from Barton Springs to mural walls and bat bridge views, in a small guided loop.
“It was a great experience from beginning to end. The ride was on equal parts dedicated bike paths through the Austin park system and on dedicated bike lanes on city thoroughfares. Occasionally we rode on quiet streets with very little traffic. We stopped at regular intervals to hear detailed and interesting descriptions of various points…”
A 2-hour, guided bike ride through Austin highlights: Zilker Park, Lady Bird Lake, State Capitol, Congress Ave Bridge, and bat season.
“Peter was amazing!!! So much good info about Austin! Fun vibes and easy going for beginners or avid cyclers! Very personal and fun to do! Recommend a morning or evening ride because of the heat of Texas. Overall 5/5!”
A 3-hour Austin live-music crawl with a Mercedes van, multiple venues, local hosts, and music-history stops for $99.
“Evan Ford is amazing and we had an amazing time!!! If you’re in Austin, you’ll need this tour to give yiu a wonderful music tour!”
Austin morning walk with a storyteller guide, Jo’s Coffee meetup, Driskill lobby visit, Congress Ave photo stops, and live-music tips.
“Excellent walking tour of downtown Austin! Lots of very interesting history, very personable and professional guide, great photo opportunities. I recommend!”
2-hour Austin e-bike tour with a small group, 15+ sights, murals, and music stops. E-bikes, helmet, water, and poncho included.
“What a blast! My new wife and I had an amazing time, it was great seeing the city via e-bike! Rooster is a phenomenal guide.”
Coach-led outdoor climbing at Austin Greenbelt with belaying, knot tying, rappel skills, and included gear for a 5-hour private group.
“This was one of our favorite experiences during our time in Austin, if not our favorite!! My husband and I had never been outdoor climbing before but Russell was an absolutely amazing guide/ coach and made us feel so comfortable and taught us so many different things that we will hold on to! He is…”
Pick a mission for a 60-minute escape game in downtown Austin with a dedicated guide. Eight storylines, great for any weather.
“It was so much fun and they were super kind and accommodating! I definitely will be back! Thanks Iris for your help on our mission!”
A small-group Austin bus tour with bilingual headsets, scenic Hill Country stops, and quick photo moments at top landmarks for $73.
“Doug is funny, and he really knows the city. I had a good time! I feel sad now because I'm going home tomorrow.”
The lake, the music, the barbecue, and every road into the Hill Country.
