Top Austin Self-guided Tours

Perfect for groups, this private party pontoon rental adds extra fun to your time in Austin. Along with the pontoon itself, the experience includes Bluetooth surround sound, an aqua lily pad for floating and relaxing, and plenty of space for dancing or chilling out. Best of all, a captain accompanies you, so you can relax without worrying about steering the pontoon or planning a route.

If you’re looking to plan your own active adventure in Ausitn, but want to do so on a budget, try prebooking this Austin E-Bike Rental Experience. Get access to an e-bike, a helmet, a bike lock, and a map of the area to easily plan out your own route of where to go and what to see in the city.

An immersive clue-solving adventure around Downtown Austin. Search for real-world clues, solve puzzles, and discover the neighborhood with an experience you'll never forget! Reschedule anytime with no fees. It's a scavenger hunt, escape room, and urban crawl all-in-one. Follow the storyline around town as you find clues and use them to crack codes. Then enter solutions on the app to find out where to go next. Clues can be anywhere - murals, statues, landmarks, and more! Plan on about two hours of playtime, depending on your experience level and how much time you spend exploring along the way. Difficulty level is adjustable - take as many or as few hints as you’d like! Bookings made a week or more in advance receive their kit in the mail. Bookings made less than a week in advance will pick up their kit at the start point on the day of the adventure - exact pickup location is sent after booking.

Book this Austin Private Crime-Solving Detective Experience for a unique way to explore Austin while enjoying a detective-inspired game. This experience should be played with small groups of up to four, and you can choose whether to do it outside or while driving. Audio for the game includes 16 characters voiced by actors. You can also choose modes and difficulty levels before you start to ensure you’re comfortable with the pace of play and how hard it is, too.

Investigate Austin's haunted past—without hours of trip planning—with this app-led photo scavenger hunt. Rack up points and laughs as you seek photo opportunities with your group at places like the Driskill Hotel, the Omni Austin Hotel, and the Governor's Mansion. This is a great trip activity—or everyday challenge—especially for bachelorette, birthday parties, or corporate team-building events.

A mysterious crime has shaken Austin. Put on your detective hat and solve the puzzle on this self-guided walking quest. Your smartphone delivers clues, witness statements, and puzzles as you navigate between real-world locations that become your crime scene. Each stop reveals new evidence and suspects. Follow the trail from location to location, piecing together the story while exploring Austin's streets. The app guides you step by step with an immersive narrative full of twists. This 1–2 hour private detective adventure runs 24/7 — start whenever you want, pause for coffee or photos, and play at your own pace. Available in 5+ languages.

"Dive into adventure with Let’s Roam, your go-to for the ultimate app-led adventure hunts! Step into a world where every landmark and hidden gem is waiting to be discovered. Challenge yourself with trivia, tackle brain-teasing puzzles, and embark on an epic journey of exploration! Whether you’re collaborating with your crew or turning up the competition, Let’s Roam Adventure Hunts guarantee a blast for all. Perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a spontaneous outing, a wild bachelorette bash, a festive birthday celebration, or a team-building extravaganza. Each player gets to dive into an interactive role, ensuring every challenge is as thrilling and unique as the next. So, gather your squad, choose your adventure, and let the good times roll! With Let’s Roam, every outing becomes a treasure trove of memories and excitement. Are you ready to conquer the city and create unforgettable experiences? Let’s Roam and make every day an adventure! "

See Greune’s hidden gems as you run around playing a digital scavenger hunt with your private group. This experience is perfect for travelers looking to stay away from busy group tours but still want to see the city while trying something new. This game’s storyline is based on a groovy, alternate reality that allows you to play to earn points.

Packing onto a big city tour can be crowded and expensive, too—see Austin in an alternative way with help from this fun Austin Scavenger Hunt Adventure Experience by Wacky Walks. This scavenger-hunt experience is a royal-themed game you’ll play through a phone on an app. Work with your group to complete tasks and find items. Plus, this app-based game can be played at your own pace, and you can take breaks whenever you’d like.

Discover a new way to explore Wimberley—and enjoy a fun-filled scavenger hunt—with this interactive, group activity. Pick between morning and afternoon tour times; connect with your live, remote guide; and bring your competitive spirit along. You’ll be tasked with scouting out a number of hidden objects and solving puzzles. Your score will be displayed on the national leaderboard, so see how many points your group can rack up.

Explore the University of Texas campus like never before in this self-guided puzzle adventure. As a rookie supernatural investigator, you are sent to your alma mater to track down a rogue mage wreaking havoc across UT Austin. Your mission takes you through 13 stops filled with hidden art and mind-bending puzzles. Decode secret messages at a headless statue, follow magical footprints past a saber-toothed cat, and race to stop a dark plot before it unfolds. Discover the real stories behind UT's campus treasures: the 100,000-seat Longhorn stadium, Julius Whittier's legacy, public art from world-renowned sculptors, and the Littlefield Fountain WWI memorial. The route covers 2.8 km with varied terrain and some stairs. Difficulty level: advanced. Best during the day. Start anytime and play at your own pace. Perfect for UT fans, families, and anyone visiting Austin. Download the Questo app, enter your booking code, and head to DKR Stadium to begin.

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.

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.

Ideal for groups looking to explore while having fun together, this San Marcos Scavenger Hunt Experience is a self-guided tour that mixes in challenges as you take in sights of the city. Check in with a remote host and then follow a route through San Marcos as you complete challenges, find items, and solve clues. Plus, because this is a self-guided experience, your private group can take breaks as needed or wanted to enjoy your time to the fullest.

If you’re looking for a fun, budget-friendly way to spend a few hours in Austin, try booking this Austin Alternate Reality Scavenger Hunt Experience. This scavenger-hunt game features a storyline led by a Big Tech invasion and lets you play with your own private group, making it a great way to bond with family or friends.

Discover Austin's hidden gems on a captivating scavenger hunt that combines exploration and problem-solving. Navigate through historic sites like the Bullock Texas State History Museum, delve into the heritage of the Tonkawa tribe, and appreciate the vibrant spirit of the University of Texas. With an interactive app guiding you, decode clues, capture memorable selfies, and enjoy a leisurely stroll through the city’s rich tapestry of culture—all at your own pace. This activity is perfect for families, friends, or couples seeking a unique outing in Austin.

Sample Austin brews and enjoy live music from local artists with this stress-free package. Traveling aboard a comfortable bus with a band, make two stops at three local breweries in the city. At each location, sample the included tastings, learn about the differences in varieties and how each brew is produced. Plus, a small meal from a local food truck is also included.

Discover the best of Austin with City Quest, a fun app-based scavenger hunt company. As you traverse through town and work with your team, you'll seek objects (in any order) and be asked to take a picture or perform a challenge for points. Compete against other teams through the app’s leaderboard. Feel stuck? A remote live agent is available to help. Go explore Austin and have a blast!

Deep in the heart of Texas, discover Austin in a fun new way on this 3-hour scavenger hunt. Jump into the middle of an exciting adventure, from the Texas State Capitol to the historic monuments and other real-life locations along the streets of downtown Austin. Discover both well-known and overlooked sites, solving clues and completing challenges via smartphone while learning the local history of this capital city of Texas. Teams of 2- to 5-people are welcome.

Make the most of your time relaxing near the San Marcos River by booking this San Marcos River Private Cabana Experience ahead of your visit. This fun rental gives you day-use of a cabana that includes a screened-in picnic table and grill, along with access to a nearby sand badminton court, concrete dock, and water slide. Choose from a small cabana which fits up to five people or a large cabana which fits up to 10.

Play a fun, zombie-themed game that leaves you searching for items in the city to help your team by booking this Austin Zombie Scavenger Hunt Game Experience. This experience can be played with groups of up to 10 and it gives you an allotted amount of time to collect your items. Plus, it’s a great choice for families or any group of people who are looking to bond over an interactive game.

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.

This Cedar Park Shuffle Scavenger Hunt Experience is a perfect introduction to the city to help you get grounded in a new place. This interactive scavenger-hunt game takes you to popular spots and hidden gems like the Cedar Park Sculpture Garden and local pubs as you solve clues and complete silly challenges around the city. Plus, it’s great for families as it’s a budget-friendly way to spend a few hours.