Top Austin Cultural Tours - page 2

The Best Way to Discover Austin: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a photo with the George Washington Statue or a quiet moment at the Texas Peace Officers Memorial and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups. The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app: Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems revealed along the way. Learn the history/legends of each site. Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations. What you will visit: UT Tower, George Washington Statue, Littlefield Fountain, Bullock History Museum, Peace Officers Memorial, Texas Capitol, Memorial Lawn, African American History Memorial, Tejano Monument, and Saint Mary.

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.

Check off more Austin attractions in less time on this bike tour of the historic Texan capital. At a relaxed pace, you’ll cycle to significant sites including Lady Bird Lake, the Texas Capitol, and downtown public art installations. Delve into Austin’s rich history and receive personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour.

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.

Discover a whole new side of Austin, Texas on this adults-only small-group guided walking ghost tour of the city. Explore haunted hotels, mansions, theaters, and more with a guide who shares grisly tales of creepy cults, urban legends, and serial killers. Enjoy a story-filled stroll through downtown Austin and pass sites like the Texas Capitol, Paramount Theatre, and the famously haunted Driskill Hotel exterior.

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.

This Hutto Kunekune Pig Farm Tour is a fun experience for all animal lovers and it’s just outside of Austin by taking a short drive. Plus, the farm offers free parking at the location, so once you arrive, you can enjoy the farm and all it has to offer. Meet the unique breed of pigs, kunekune, and learn about them from your guide.

East Austin is brimming with graffiti and street art. Immerse yourself in this world to learn about vibrant unsanctioned murals, constantly revolving tags, motivations, vandal etiquette, and techniques from the most prominent local vandals and muralists. After a lesson in foundational techniques, you'll leave your own mark on the scene and paint with a local graffiti artist on a wall (with permission). You'll leave the tour with a “hi my name is” T-shirt painted by your host! (T-shirt is provided.)

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 guide for a group walking tour through Austin's supernatural nooks and creepy crannies, including a tour of the famous Driskill Hotel. The short tour takes place in the evening so you can easily fit it into busy schedules.

This historical walking tour takes guests through the presence of Black people in the heart of downtown Austin. Since Austin’s establishment in 1839 and before, people of African descent have played an integral part in this city’s development. We journey through centuries of histories, contributions, and experiences that are seldom told. We will explore the history of enslavement in Austin, routes to freedom in Mexico for enslaved persons passing through Austin, and the Black businesses and institutions that once flourished downtown. On this one-mile walk, guests will engage in dialogue about Black people's role in Austin’s development and their continued presence. Please reserve up to 2 hours for this tour to accommodate walking between points of interest and time to discuss topics.

Discover Austin’s spooky side on an evening walking tour through the city's most haunted areas. Austin history features stories about forbidden lovers, suicides, brutal murders, and freak accidents. Learn about authentic hauntings that happened in locations such as the Driskill, the Paramount Theatre, and the Museum of the Weird, as well as other popular spots.

Explore the eclectic music culture of Austin on a guided walking tour led by local musician Meredith Scottie Welborn. Delve into the rich history of iconic venues and legendary artists while traversing approximately 1.5 miles through The Drag. Discover fascinating stories and historical insights that shaped Austin into the Live Music Capital of the World. Ideal for both newcomers and long-time residents. - Suitable for all ages and abilities - Free and paid parking available - Immerse yourself in local music history with an experienced guide

Get a great introduction to Austin if you’re a first-time visitor when you book this Austin Private E-Bike Party Tour. Pass by main highlights like the Austin Central Library, Doug Sahm Hill Summit, the Paramount Theatre, and many other attractions as your guide tells you about the city. This private tour is for up to 15 people and is a fun choice for anyone looking to bond or spend time together.

If you’re looking for a fun experience that takes you through the city and doesn’t stick you in one indoor area like an escape game can, book this Round Rock Scavenger Hunt Experience. Follow the easy-to-use instructions of the game to see sights, hear history, and complete challenges. Plus, get creative and explore with just your own group of up to 15 people.

Professional storytellers, a local business, only in Austin, extensively researched history, entertaining, the only multimedia experience in Austin and affordable. Private tours available.

Austin is the called the music capital of the world with friendly locals, bats that live under bridges, fascinating history, political intrigue, and plenty of nightlife. It's no wonder the city has been chosen as the one of the best places to live in America. This tour visits historic points of interest, including the world's second largest state capitol—and dig into some quirky city background including why Austin has so many nicknames and what's behind the motto "Keep Austin Weird."

This walking taco tour takes you through East Austin’s tastiest taquerías, from Michelin-approved trucks to long-loved neighborhood faves. Along the way, you’ll savor everything from mole-drenched tacos and juicy barbacoa to smoky birria consume, creamy horchata, and garden-grown garnishes that bring the flavor full circle. But this isn’t just about what’s on the plate. You’ll stroll past iconic murals, explore a vibrant community garden, and hear the stories behind each taco stop… because every tortilla has a story to tell. Taco ’bout a perfect day in Austin. Come hungry, wear stretchy pants, and let’s walk, talk, and taste our way through Austin’s most beloved food-following, one unforgettable taco at a time.

This private walking tour reveals Austin’s cultural legacy and historic depth. Discover a city shaped by stories older than the United States. Architectural landmarks reflect classical influence and evolving civilization. Congress Avenue presents a corridor of cultural transformation and identity. What legacy is preserved within these historic streets? The Driskill stands as a symbol of ambition and refined design. Artistic spaces reveal a vibrant cultural expression rooted in tradition. Each step connects you with layers of heritage and architectural depth. You will explore a city where past and present meet with purpose. This journey offers a meaningful view of Austin’s enduring cultural narrative. Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

Hop aboard an open-air pedicab for a relaxing jaunt around Austin with a guide. Find out why this city is known as the “Live Music Capital of the World” by traveling to venues and sites such as the statues of Willie Nelson and Stevie Ray Vaughan, Antone's Home of the Blues, Armadillo World Headquarters, and more.

On this private walking tour of Austin, you dictate the itinerary to match your personal interests. You choose your route, pick your preferred stops, and select your ideal tour duration to explore Texas’s historic capital exactly how you want. Our customizable options include: Select your path: Choose between exploring grand 19th-century architecture or legendary frontier history. Pick your landmarks: Choose to tour the pink granite Texas Capitol or peer into the historic Driskill Hotel. Set your pace: Select either an intensive landmark walk or a relaxed, deep-dive historical stroll. Choose your focus: Decide whether to emphasize political history or Austin's early live music evolution. Work with your dedicated expert local guide to craft your perfect historical walk. Please note that exact itineraries vary depending on your selected start time and custom selections.

Get your bearings in Austin on your own terms with a private, customizable tour. Your guide picks you up at your Austin hotel—or other preferred location in the city—and then you head out on foot to explore. Get a local perspective that sets you up to feel confident navigating your own way for the rest of your trip.

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.