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Austin Art and Architecture Bicycle Tour

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Austin Art and Architecture Bicycle Tour
  • 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Ride through downtown Austin and the University of Texas campus on a 2.5-hour bike tour that highlights the city's architecture and art. Take in downtown gems such as the Driskell Hotel and the Littlefield building, and check out the UT Tower and public artworks on campus. Top off this informative tour with stops outside the Texas State Capitol building, Bremond Block Historic District, and more.
  • 2.5-hour bike tour of art and architecture in Austin, Texas
  • Explore downtown Austin highlights like the Driskell Hotel
  • See The Color Inside, the innovative Skyspace public sculpture by celebrated artist James Turrell
  • Learn about Austin's history, art, and architecture
  • Get tips on great places to visit on your own

What's Included

  • Professional art historian guide
  • Professional guide
  • Use of bicycle
  • Use of helmet
  • Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • 1710 E 2nd St, Austin, TX 78702, USA

    We share a warehouse on 2nd st. There is parking available to the public on 2nd st.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

After making your own way to meet your guide at the designated location, you'll be provided with a bike, helmet, and orientation for your ride.

Hear about the city's 'Art in Public Places' program as you roll through downtown Austin, then head to the Driskill Hotel on 6th Street, an ornate landmark that dates to 1886. Pass by the massive Texas State Capitol en route to the University of Texas at Austin campus, which has museums, public sculptures and a Skyspace installation by James Turrell.

Pedal by the historic Victorian homes found in the Bremond Block Historic District, and contrast it with the modern architecture of the Federal Courthouse and City Hall.

Your tour ends with return to the starting point after 2.5 hours.

Austin Bike Tours and Rentals

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Town Lake

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Austin

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Texas State Capitol

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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nancy_c
EVERYTHING! The tour guide Tray was excellent in every way! We love all of the stops and all the interesting historical information that Tray shared. We also love riding with music and all the food and club recommendations!!

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Superb bike tour
William_A, Apr 2024
Guide was excellent, providing great context for the entire trip. Knowledgeable on art, architecture, music, culture of Austin. Also very conscious of safety in biking.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Thank you so much for your review. Glad you enjoyed your tour. Hope you join us again soon and tell your friends!
Trey was great, made sure...
Beryl_L, Jan 2024
Trey was great, made sure the whole group stayed together and safe on they road. Got to see some fun murals and hear gossip about the Texas state capitol.
Response from Host, Jan 2024
Thanks for the review and glad you had a good tour! Please visit us again soon and tell your friends!
Fabulous Art and architecture Tour
nancy_c, Dec 2023
EVERYTHING! The tour guide Tray was excellent in every way! We love all of the stops and all the interesting historical information that Tray shared. We also love riding with music and all the food and club recommendations!!
Response from Host, Dec 2023
Thanks for the review and glad you had a good tour! Please visit us again soon and tell your friends!
Nice way to spend a couple of hours
Cari_M, Feb 2023
Our Tour guide was engaging and willing to answer questions. He gave us a lot of information. The ride was at a very reasonable pace, no hills, easy for an infrequent bike rider. I would recommend
Live music like a local
Michael_M, May 2022
Chris and our driver were amazing!! They were so friendly and knowledgeable about the music scene. All the three venues were great! The music choices were perfect! I felt like a local and I would do this again next time I’m in Austin!
Fun little workout
Jeff_M, Mar 2022
We rode at a good pace and the route was interesting and Trey was knowledgeable. He is enthusiastic about downtown! He showed us some of Austin’s beauty.
Bicycle tour was really enjoyable...
Dietmar S, Feb 2017
Bicycle tour was really enjoyable and informative. Could not get in to one of the galleries because of the gallery operating hours and we didn't have time to return on our own. Tour guide provided really interesting local and contextual information. This is a really good tour if you love real estate and or architecture ....which we do.

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