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Hear the historical tales of murder and mayhem that helped make Austin weird on this haunted history tour of Texas's capital city. Join an acclaimed storyteller and a small group for a walking tour through Austin's supernatural nooks and creepy crannies, including a tour of the famous Driskill Hotel.

Want to see the best of Austin and the Hill County in the comfort of an air-conditioned Mercedes-Benz sprinter van with a local guide? Look no further! In 90 minutes, this signature tour covers 30 miles and 50+ points of interest, including the Texas Capitol and East Austin’s Six Square District, to give you a taste of the city’s rich culture and history. For even more exploration (with stops), check out the 2.5-hour version of this tour. Route subject to changes or substitutions.

Leave the busy city and enjoy a half-day experience filled with barbecue and wine by booking this Texas Hill Country Barbecue and Wine Shuttle Service from Austin. This shuttle service can be booked for small groups or private groups of up to 10 people. Your driver takes you to the outskirts of Austin to visit three different venues, including two popular wineries and Salt Lick BBQ outpost.

Discover Austin's music scene with our Downtown Live Music Walking Tour. Our expert guides, brimming with charisma and deep knowledge of Austin's musical roots, will lead you on an unforgettable journey. As Austin's Live Music Capital of the World, this tour offers an unrivalled experience of the city's vibrant history and musical culture. Stroll along 6th Street, where every corner echoes with melodies that have shaped Austin into a globally recognized music hub. Your expert guides will bring to life the stories and sounds that have woven the fabric of Austin's cultural identity. Join us for an evening where history and live music intertwine, creating a unique and immersive tour experience. Each night on our tour is a new adventure, a chance to experience the dynamic rhythms and storied past of Austin. Embrace the city's musical essence and uncover the reasons behind its prestigious title.

Get a comprehensive overview of Austin on this sightseeing tour. See famous landmarks along with hidden gems, real neighborhoods, and food trucks. Learn about Austin's history and culture with commentary from your guide and hear fun facts about the city that even the locals don't know. Plus, choose a morning or afternoon departure to easily fit this tour into your schedule.

Come join this Austin e-bike biker gang to see the sights and feels the vibes of the crown jewel of Hill County. The e-bikes are fun, easy to ride and best with friends to get around this amazing city. Ride past Austin and Hill County icons including The Driskill (a historic and haunted hotel), Austin City Limits, Town Lake, and much more. Enjoy a dynamic experience in a vibrant city where every ride is different.

Get to know Austin on a leisurely morning walk with a nationally acclaimed storyteller as your guide. Learn little-known stories about the city, get inside tips on the best coffee shops, restaurants, and live music venues, and explore the city like a local. This tour helps you avoid tourist traps to make the most of your visit to Austin. Great for kids and adults alike, learn about the city in a fun, low-key way.

Watch more than a million bats fly out of the Congress Avenue Bridge on an evening kayak tour of Austin that’s timed to catch the spectacular natural show. Observing the Congress Avenue Bridge bats from a kayak means you don’t have to find a spot among the crowds on the riverbank, giving you a front-row seat as the Mexican free-tailed bats take to the sky.

Retreat from the busy city for a day of wine tasting in Texas Hill Country. After meeting at a designated location, hop into a luxury limousine and visit three wineries just outside Austin, sampling several wines at each stop. The tour also stops for lunch (own expense) at the renowned Salt Lick restaurant in Driftwood.

Ride through Austin via a pedicab and stop along the way to snap social media-worthy selfies. Visit the city’s most popular and photographed street art, such as the “I love you so much,” “Greetings from Austin” postcard, and the “Willie for President” murals. Since this is a private tour, you are able to tailor it for your group.

Austin is filled with stories of the past, which is what makes it a great city. Instead of exploring the city with your nose in a guidebook, book this historic walking tour of Downtown Austin and explore what was once the red light district with a live guide. Learn how Austin has turned into the dynamic city it is today and see historic buildings like the 19th-century Driskill Hotel.

See the best of Austin on this fun, narrated city tour. Our friendly guides will take you along to the capital city's best views and local culture. See Sight Tours offers small group excursions with no more than 7 guests to help you have an intimate experience while avoiding long lines and wait times. To make it even easier, we'll pick you up and drop you off at your hotel in our air-conditioned van.

In 1885, America’s first serial killer stalked the streets and alleyways of the city of Austin. He came to be known as the “Midnight Assassin,” but his identity remains a mystery. On this guided evening walking tour, explore historic Austin including West 6th Street, Guy Town, and the Warehouse District, plus stop for a drink at the Driskill Hotel, as you learn about his crimes.

Discover how Austin got its “weird” reputation on this guided city tour. Get a comprehensive look at the city and its culture including history, music, and food. Plus, a local musician joins you for the ride to strum up singalong classics and original tunes. Stroll across Lady Bird Lake, and snap plenty of photos of local murals and the downtown skyline.

Guests of all ages are welcome to our Ghosts of Austin tour, combining history with hauntings for a fun and family-friendly outing. After an introduction to Austin's haunted past, we'll visit some of Austin's spookiest locales: the Texas State Capitol, The Driskill Hotel and the Texas Governor's Mansion. As we unearth some of their histories, you'll hear about the ghosts, ghouls, apparitions and phantoms that haunt their grounds. Expect an outing that will make your spine tingle!

If you want to see more of Austin in less time—without getting jammed into a tour bus—book this e-bike tour perfect for seeing the sights, while enjoying Austin's fantastic weather. Hop on your pedal-assist e-bike, and follow your guide to Austin's famous murals, city landmarks, and University of Texas buildings. Along the way, take in views of the downtown skyline, and visit the Texas State Capitol building.

Experience Austin's live music scene on a tour led by a guide. Visit as many as three iconic clubs and up-and-coming venues and enjoy hearing live music with a group of fun fellow travelers. Don't get caught listening to cover bands, listen to authentic music in one of the world's music capitals.

Hear stories about Austin’s Old West history and spooky unexplained happenings—and discover many of its most atmospheric drinking dens—on this two-in-one Old West ghost tour and pub crawl. Meet your guide in the evening in central Austin and get ready to explore. Visit multiple bars and historical landmarks over the course of the tour, with a dose of storytelling—and chances to buy drinks—at each stop.

Go sightseeing in Austin by Segway on a 1.5-hour tour that allows you to cover more ground than other types of tours. Get an overview of downtown Austin and capture numerous photo ops as you pass by the Texas State Capitol Building, Congress Avenue, Warehouse Entertainment District, Lady Bird Lake, the historic Driskill Hotel, and other landmarks.

Get to know Austin on this guided bus tour. Hear about the history of the Texas capital aboard a roomy Mercedes-Benz sprinter van. This open-air vehicle comes equipped with headsets that offer both English and Spanish language options. See local hangouts, hip and historic neighborhoods, and Central Texas Hill Country. Along the way, stop to take photos at locations such as the Driskill Hotel, Barton Springs, and the Austin Public Library. Route subject to changes or substitutions.

Get a taste of Austin on a brunch tour to three local establishments. Traveling on a fun with live music performed by local musicians, travel to each location for your included breakfast tasting and beverage. Bring your appetite and expect to sample local specialties like breakfast tacos, Czech kolaches, and chicken and waffles.

Unlike other city tours that are packed with people, this Best of Austin Small-Group Tour operates with just seven people providing an intimate setting to explore in. Visit popular Austin attractions, including the Texas State Capitol Building, Mount Bonnell, the Greetings from Austin Mural, Barton Springs Pool, and Pennybacker Bridge as your guide tells you about the city. Plus, this tour includes a surprise food stop, too.

Experience Austin's culinary diversity and support local, family-owned eateries that define Austin as a haven for food enthusiasts. Our 2 hour guided food walking tour offers a tantalizing array of local favorites, a culinary journey through Texas flavors. Scenic stops your experienced tour guide will take you along the tour include the Historic Congress Avenue, Town Lake's Natural Beauty and Congress Avenue Bridge. Please note, infant tickets (0-4 years) does not include food.