Top Austin Sightseeing Tours

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 home to an abundance of great museums, architectural sights, art spots, and cultural attractions, but as a visitor, it can be tricky to narrow down a short list without hours of research time. Take the stress out of trip planning and make sightseeing a breeze with this hop-on hop-off bus tour. Simply board the double-decker sightseeing bus and get on and off as many times as you like to explore Austin's highlights at your own pace.

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.

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.

If you want to see Austin by bike but don’t know the routes to take to see most of the city’s highlights in just a few hours, book this Austin Bike Tour. This tour explores on regular, hybrid bikes and covers about 10 miles (16.1 kilometers) of ground throughout Austin. Bike through Zilker Park, around Lady Bird Lake, across Congress Avenue Bridge, and by attractions such as 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.

Explore Austin in style with this small-group tour in a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter that’s equipped with a convertible top. Having a driver means no navigation worries, and plenty of time to enjoy the views and take photos. Highlights include the University of Texas campus, the Texas State Capitol, and lots of historic sites and impressive murals along the way. As well as driving between sites, there’s time to hop off the bus and explore places on foot too. Note: convertible top may be closed during bad weather, cold/hot/rain, as well as any part of the route that is on the highway. Route subject to changes or substitutions.

Try out Austin's craft brewery scene without thinking about transportation on this private microbrewery tour by pedicab. Enjoy Austin's famously warm weather as your guide pedals you to three of Austin's award-winning breweries. Choose to pay for beers as you go or opt for the all-inclusive option for a tour without any additional expenses.

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.

Explore Austin via a relaxing open-air pedicab tour. Pass by downtown sites including the Texas State Capitol, Governor's Mansion, Pecan Street, Lady Bird Lake, and more. Travel at your own pace on this tour that's individually tailored to meet your group’s interests. Choose between two convenient departure locations or arrange for pickup in front of your hotel.

Discover another side of Austin on a 2.5-hour Segway tour that features bats and ghosts. Offered from March to October, this nighttime ride through downtown Austin visits haunted hotels and buildings, famous landmarks, and the world’s largest urban bat colony. See the Texas State Capitol Building, Lady Bird Lake, Austin Convention Center, the 6th Street Entertainment district, Moonlight Towers, and more

Come experience the beauty of Lake Austin on a private, partially guided pontoon boat cruise equipped with a foldable dual canopy for optional full sun shading! Just a short drive from Downtown, Lake Austin offers 22 miles of great sightseeing views, including waterfront and cliffside homes and popular shoreside restaurants. Unique to Lake Austin is its clear, constant-level water and intimate setting, making for the most beautiful scenery for pictures & social media-worthy photos with the iconic Pennybacker Bridge. You may even catch sight of Austin's own professional wake surfing phenoms Ashley Kidd and Raleigh Hager. Reserve the boat for up to 13 people for 2 hours & enjoy fun times on the lake. Whether you’re looking to celebrate an upcoming wedding, graduation, birthday or just want some quality family time - this is the perfect option. Included is the boat rental, a Wake Riderz boat captain and use of an Aqua Lily Pad should you decide to enjoy the water!

Explore Austin by traveling along the city’s bike trails during this guided tour. Stop at landmarks such as Barton Springs, the Stevie Ray Vaughan statue, Congress Avenue (known for the “Bat Bridge"), and more. You’ll be able to experience Austin from a unique perspective. Plus, you’ll be able to go farther faster thanks to the assistance of an e-bike.

Combine the cultural and natural highlights of Austin on an exhilarating Segway tour of the city. At dusk, see the legendary bat colony of the Congress Avenue Bridge take flight and swoop into the air in thick and intriguing swarms. With a guide, glide through Austin’s dazzling downtown and visit important landmarks like the State Capitol Building and the Sixth Street Historic District. Listen to illuminating commentary of Austin’s history and culture throughout your tour.