Top Austin Nightlife

Austin after dark with a local storyteller — haunted bars, hidden history, rooftop views, and the city’s most infamous ghost stories. This isn’t a scripted history lecture or a crowded tourist trap. Part ghost tour, part nightlife experience, the night is built around immersive storytelling, eerie legends, and the darker side of downtown Austin after midnight. From the Driskill Hotel to hidden alleyways and historic pubs, you’ll hear the stories that still linger through downtown after dark. -Two hours of vivid storytelling, history, and hauntings -Explore historic bars and landmarks with a local storyteller -Drinks available for purchase at each stop -Built for a social, interactive, and more personal group experience

Kick off the night at a rooftop lounge overlooking the famous Austin bats and river right at sunset, cocktail in hand, watching as they soar across the evening sky. From there, make your way down Congress Avenue toward 5th street. Along the way, chat about the city's deep, rich history. We will then stop and rest at our next location, the most awarded, local-favorite cocktail bar that serves drinks by the decade. Finally, we will journey down Austin's famous 6th Street and stop by the historic Driskill haunted hotel before heading to an up-and-coming, world-renowned bar that’s recently made a big splash in the Austin scene. This isn’t just a tour, it’s an experience of the best of and most popular spots in Austin, loved by the locals.

Ideal for foodies and hungry visitors, this Austin food tour lets you explore the city’s culinary scene without hours of research. Join a guide and small group to sample numerous foods—from barbecue brisket to Austin-style breakfast tacos and even an Italian cannoli. Choose from two areas: downtown or South Congress, and discover some of the city’s popular sights and attractions as you stroll the streets.

Hear stories about Austin’s Old West history and spooky unexplained happenings—and discover many of its most atmospheric drinking dens—on this two-in-one Old West ghost tour and pub crawl. Meet your guide in the evening in central Austin and get ready to explore. Visit multiple bars and historical landmarks over the course of the tour, with a dose of storytelling—and chances to buy drinks—at each stop.

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.

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.

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.

If you’re looking for a fun and safe party experience, book this Downtown Austin Roofless Party Bus Tour. This open-air party bus features a dance floor, LED lighting, a sound system, and a cooler for drinks to bring your party to life in the best possible way. Plus, with the bus’s top open, you can take in views of the vibrant city as you enjoy your time.

Discover the highlights of Austin along with several local breweries during this half-day beer tasting and bike tour. Pedal past landmarks including the Texas State Cemetery and the Moonlight Towers and stop for sudsy refreshments at three breweries. Your guide shares commentary about the city and breweries on a moderate level bike tour that is suitable for most people with biking experience. Bike gear and beers are included.

Book individual seats on our public mixer tour. Reserve between 6-15 seats for your tour. **You may reserve fewer than 6 seats, however, the minimum number of participants needed to confirm a tour is 6. Small groups are encouraged to join an existing tour. If 6 seats are not met on a particular tour, we will contact you and offer to reschedule or cancel with a refund. Trolley Pub is a pedal-powered, eco-friendly, pub-crawling trolley for up to 15 people at a time. The Trolley Pub is powered by YOU and your fellow pedalers, with an electric assist motor for the hills. It’s hard not to smile on the Trolley Pub! Fire up your favorite playlist, crack a beverage, and have fun! Suggest stops or have your driver take you to the best spots in town. We know the best spots! Trolley Pub is the #1 party bike tour operator in the United States and has been hosting bachelorette parties, birthday parties, and pub crawls since 2012!