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Save time looking up bus schedules and opt for this hassle-free Austin sightseeing bus tour instead. Travel on a loop around the city that passes by top landmarks in Austin’s downtown area. Along the way, listen to commentary from a guide, get great photos from the top deck, or sit in the climate-controlled lower deck. Highlights include 6th Street, The Driskill hotel, Texas State Capitol, and the Texas Governor’s Mansion.

Six barbecue stops in East Austin — including a MICHELIN One Star joint and two Bib Gourmand smokehouses — with skip-the-line access at every one and an air-conditioned ride between them. No walking in Texas heat, no three-hour queue, and enough food that most guests tap out before the last plate. la Barbecue holds a MICHELIN One Star and a line that wraps the building. Micklethwait Craft Meats is a Bib Gourmand honoree and one of Food Network's 25 Best Food Trucks. KG BBQ is chef Kareem El-Ghayesh, a James Beard semifinalist, smoking lamb with Middle Eastern spice. Mum Foods makes the pastrami Texas Monthly's barbecue editor calls the best in the state. Parish Barbecue brings Louisiana heat from a pitmaster who cooked at Franklin. Then a sixth stop we don't announce. It's sweet. You'll think you're finished eating. You aren't. Between plates, your guide tells you how East Austin was built and why these blocks became America's most argued-about barbecue. Come hungry.

Many of the bat tours that set out on Lady Bird Lake in Austin are filled with so many people, it can be hard to see where your guide is leading you, but not with this Austin Bats Sunset Small-Group Kayak Tour. This tour sets out at sunset with just 12 for a more intimate experience. Take in views from your kayak of the Mexican free-tailed bats as they fly above Congress Avenue Bridge.

Experience the best of Lake Austin on this BYOB Sunset Cruise. Relax as your captain navigates past Mount Bonnell, Austin Country Club, and the iconic 360 Bridge, with music, cold drinks, and unbeatable views. Perfect for solo travelers, couples, and groups, this cruise blends chill vibes, golden-hour scenery, and local flavor into one unforgettable Austin experience.

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.

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.

Making pasta from scratch somehow makes life feel dramatically more organized, even if it’s only for two hours. In this fun and interactive cooking class with Chef Erin, you will learn authentic pasta-making techniques in a relaxed social setting at a stylish Austin venue. This experience is perfect for date nights, friend outings or anyone tired of paying restaurant prices for pasta they could absolutely learn to make at home. The class begins with preparing fresh pasta dough using flour, eggs and olive oil before learning how to knead and shape handmade tagliatelle. Chef Erin keeps every step approachable while sharing practical tips that make homemade pasta feel far less intimidating than expected. You will also prepare a flavorful marinara sauce with crushed tomatoes, garlic and basil while sharpening knife skills making fresh bruschetta with toasted bread, tomatoes and olive oil.

Approximately 45 minutes southwest of Austin lies the Driftwood/Wimberley area of the Texas Hill County. Here, you'll find rustic charm, winding roads, rolling hills, and amazing wine. You'll travel in a Mercedes Sprinter van and friendly local guide with a maximum of 10 people. Sample the wines and soak in the ambiance at three award-winning wineries (tasting fee not included.) Tour is 4.5 hours, leaving at 1:30, returning at 6 pm.

Going out on the San Marcos River at nighttime can be a difficult task if you don’t know the river well. This San Marcos River Clear Lighted Kayak Sunset Eco Tour makes it easy to explore in the dark with a guide leading the way in clear kayaks equipped with glow lights. Keep an eye out for fish, bats, deer, and more as your guide points out and tells you about the wildlife of the river ecosystem.

Escape the hustle of downtown Austin on a scenic 4.5-hour private wine tour through the picturesque Texas Hill Country. This exclusive experience starts by picking you up right from your hotel, then we take you to three delightful wineries: Driftwood Estate Winery, Duchman Family Winery, and Fall Creek Vineyard. Enjoy the serene landscapes and quality tastings without the hassle of driving. Ideal for adult family outings, bachelorette parties, and small private groups, this tour features hotel pickup and drop-off, ensuring a stress-free adventure. Customize your itinerary with optional winery swaps to fit your preferences. Food and drinks are not included, allowing for personal choices at each venue. - 4.5-hour private tour exploring three Hill Country wineries - Hotel pickup and drop-off within a 2-mile radius of downtown Austin - Ideal for groups of up to 10, including families and friends - Customize your experience with potential winery swaps

There’s no need to worry about how to get around downtown if you’re drinking when you book this Downtown Austin Pedal Pub Crawl Experience. Ride with your others aboard this fun, electric pedal mobile as you sip drinks as you go. This experience stops at up to three bars where you can also purchase a drink if you choose to do so.

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 engaging historical walking tour. Discover Downtown Austin's rich history and its transformation into a vibrant city. Hear intriguing stories of bold Austinites who shaped Texas' capital, while exploring historic sites and architectural treasures.

Escape busy local buses and see Austin in style, with this private highlights tour. Enjoy the thrill of traveling in an open-top Ford Bronco, and check off lots of key landmarks—such as Lady Bird Lake, the grounds of the Texas Capitol, and Mount Bonnell. Also, as it’s a private trip, you can ask questions throughout and get a more personalized service.

Lcally owned and family run. Professional storytellers and hisTOURy guides in costume share our city’s unique past with distinct cultural, geographical, and historical threads, in a city that continues to evolve today Locally Owned--- Small groups---Authentic Austin History

It can be tricky to choose the best spot to watch an Austin sunset without doing lots of research, but this tour makes the decision for you and showcases magnificent sunset views from the water. Sail out along the clear waters of Lake Travis on a small-group boat tour and enjoy captain commentary about local sights and Austin’s history.

Other brewery tours can make you pay for tastings as you go, but not this small-group experience. This driving tour takes you to three popular breweries in the Austin area, complete with tastings and plenty of snacks. Plus, there’s no need to worry about transport as it’s also included from an easy-to-find meeting spot in Austin.

Explore Austin's ever-changing food scene on this guided e-bike tour. You’ll eat like a local at the newest spots as well as classic dives and food trucks. Discover the best dishes at each stop and try a sampling of the menu. Plus, travel around town on an e-bike and see Austin landmarks and attractions along the way.

Most pub crawls through Austin just take you from bar to bar without providing any city insight, but this Austin Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl Experience adds a little mystery to your night out. Follow a guide through Austin at night, taking in sights of popular attractions as you listen to ghost stories of spirits who are said to haunt the area. Along this tour, you’ll stop at four drinking spots, too.

Lake Austin is known for its partiers, and booking a public boat cruise can sometimes get a little rowdy. Instead, book this Lake Austin Private Cruise and spend a relaxing day cruising the water on a private boat. A guide takes you around the lake for a short tour and then you can join the party coves if you choose to do so on your own time.

There’s plenty to see in Austin, but covering multiple landmarks in a day can be tiring—especially if exploring the city on foot. This sightseeing tour offers an easier alternative. Ride a vintage double-decker tea bus past lots of top Austin highlights while enjoying premium teas, baked pastries, and acoustic music. With commentary included and everything served onboard, you can relax, sightsee, and eat delicious bites, while exploring city highlights from afar.

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.

Meet up in front of Cosmic Saltillo. A lush garden oasis serving up coffee, brews and cocktails in a unique setting that is the definition of what makes East Austin a top destination for locals to hang out at. We begin our 2 hour walking food tour with a leisure journey through a small part of the east side and stopping for the first food bite at a local favorite food truck that has grown with the neighborhood. There we will try a delicious falafel bite. Our journey will continue with a walk through the neighborhood taking in the Historic sites and street art to our 2nd destination, a place that was once a local convenient store turned brewery. There we try a Tex-Mex bite while learning about how this place became a local favorite brewery that has won multiple awards for their craft and a place that is literally off the beaten path. We then end our food journey with a sweet, unique bite you can’t find anywhere else, from a local place with an Austin cult following.

If regular snack time feels boring, fruit sushi is here to save the day. In this fun kids’ cooking class with Chef Desiree, hosted at a stylish local venue in Austin, young chefs will turn fresh fruit, sweet rice and soy paper into colorful sushi-style rolls. The class begins with easy rolling techniques before kids build their own creations using bananas, strawberries, pineapple, orange and fruit-flavored cream cheese. Chef Desiree keeps every step approachable, playful and beginner-friendly while sharing simple tips for flavor combinations and cute presentation. Expect plenty of tasting, creativity and proud “I made this!” moments. All ingredients and cooking tools are provided, and adults may participate by purchasing a ticket.