Top Austin Historical Tours - page 3

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 the highlights of Downtown Austin on this small-group guided walking tour. Perfect for first-time visitors, learn about Austin's history and culture, see its top sights, and head off the tourist trail to discover hidden gems as well.

This tour appeals to those with a love for fitness, beer, BBQ, and history! Start your weekend right with Austin's active and outdoorsy vibes at the Brewery 5K Running Series. This 5K fun run/walk begins and ends at one of Austin's many stellar breweries, which vary week to week, and includes a free beer and swag before we head to lunch. Once you break a sweat, you'll get the chance to chow down on some killer Texas BBQ (maybe another beer?) at Terry Black's BBQ, one of Austin's most famous BBQ joints, featured on the Joe Rogan Experience. After lunch, you'll immerse yourselves in our deep and storied history with a self guided tour at the Bullock Texas State History Museum. Exhibits range from the American Indians, to the French, the Spanish, the Alamo and it's revolution, to the oil boom, the Space Race, and beyond. Don't forget the group photo! We bring folks from all around the world face-to-face with what makes Austin the coolest city in Texas!

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.

There’s no need to worry about navigating Lady Bird Lake on your own when you book this Downtown Austin Kayak Tour. Your guide leads the way on this small-group tour limited to just 12 people, so you can feel safe and at ease on the water. Plus, hear about the history of Austin from your guide as you take in views of key city landmarks and attractions.

Get the most out of your time in Austin by booking this Austin Highlights Private Walking Tour at the beginning of your trip, so you can get acquainted with the city right away. This experience is private, so you’ll get to explore with your own private group of up to 15 and a guide who focuses their attention on just you. Plus, see main attractions such as the Texas Governor's Mansion, the Willie Nelson Statue, and Buford Tower.

Join the search for Austin's 1885 serial killer who targeted vulnerable populations of women. This tour explores the infamous historical murders that threw our city into a state of panic and turmoil. See the locations of the crimes and deep dive into the investigation, suspects, and victims of one of America's most fascinating unsolved mysteries. The unique and controversial theories presented on this tour are expanded upon in our Ripper podcast series- check out Nitty Gritty ATX wherever you get your podcasts.

Hear the History and Haunting of Downtown Round Rock, Texas. Join us on this Family-Friendly Ghost Tour as we walk through Round Rock’s Wild West past and meet the Cowboys and Outlaws who refuse to leave. Learn about the Outlaw Cowboys, Fatal shootouts, and Ghostly Apparitions that continue to plague the town for over a century.

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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.

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."

Most kayak tours in Austin can pack in a ton of people, making it seem intimidating out on the water, but this Austin Skyline Kayak and Swimming Hole Tour explores with a group limited to 16 people. Kayak out on the water and take in skyline views of Austin. A guide tells you about the environmental impact of the creek and other interesting info about the area's wildlife. Lunch and equipment rental are both included with this kayak tour.

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.

This historic walking tour takes guests through the beginnings of Austin's Black community through the present. Guests will learn about The City of Austin's 1928 Master Plan and creation of the "Negro District", which is was centered around East 11th Street. We will visit important sites and institutions throughout our one-mile journey. Guests will also be able to engage in dialogue about the changing nature of East Austin and the city's Black community. A large part of this experience is to support local Black owned businesses in the neighborhood.

Discover Austin's best landmarks and hidden gems with Let's Roam's private app-based scavenger hunt. Work with your team to answer trivia, snap photos, and solve challenges revealing local stories. This self-guided experience lets you start anytime and explore at your own pace, making it ideal for groups seeking a flexible, engaging activity.

Find the best landmarks and hidden gems of Austin with this private app-led scavenger hunt. As you traverse the city and work with your team, you'll answer trivia questions and solve challenges that reveal interesting facts and stories about the city. Use Let's Roam Scavenger Hunts as an everyday activity or as you tour a new city. Hunts are also great fun for bachelorette parties, birthday parties, or corporate events.

Check out Austin's Sixth Street nightlife on your own terms with an app-based bar crawl. Download the Let’s Roam app and visit pubs, clubs, and dive bars while completing photo and video challenges to earn points and become the Bar Hunt Champion. This interactive scavenger hunt suits small groups, team building, date nights, or special events. Participants must be 21 or older.

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.