All Austin Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

Lake Austin Pink Boat Tour

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover Austin's serene waterfront on a 75-minute pedicab tour that unveils the city’s natural beauty beyond the bustling downtown. This relaxing journey along the Lady Bird Lake shoreline showcases iconic spots such as the Pfluger Pedestrian Bridge and the newly opened Wishbone Bridge. Glide over a floating boardwalk, explore the vibrant Unity Underpass, and revel in unique skyline views that most tourists miss. With a knowledgeable local guide providing insights into the area’s history, this tour is perfect for families, couples, and anyone looking to see a different side of Austin. Enjoy photo stops at scenic points and soak in the local green spaces along the way. - 75-minute guided pedicab ride suitable for all ages - Visit local highlights like Roy G. Guerrero Park and the Wishbone Bridge - Enjoy a leisurely pace with built-in photo stops for memorable snapshots - Perfect for couples, families, and those seeking a unique Austin experience

Off-Road Pedicab Nature Tour

1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

$115$109

Think immersive popup meets Italy and you're the star! Save your money and leave your passport at home and enjoy your own unique Italian experience. You will discover how to make homemade authentic Limoncello and unlock your creative skills while you paint your own bottle during this fun and immersive class. (All ingredients are organic and of the highest quality) Let's get zesty together!

Authentic Limoncello Making Experience and Bottle Painting

Authentic Limoncello Making Experience and Bottle Painting

$85$81

Step into Austin’s dark past with this Haunted Audio Tour — a self-guided journey through real haunted landmarks and verified history. Explore at your own pace as immersive sound design, cinematic storytelling, and spine-chilling true tales reveal the city’s most notorious spirits. No apps, no groups—just you, your smartphone, and Austin after dark. We painstakingly research, write, record, and edit our tours.

Austin Ghost Tour (Self-Guided Driving/Walking Audio)

Austin Ghost Tour (Self-Guided Driving/Walking Audio)

"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! "

Awesome Scavenger Hunt : Private Tour in Downtown Austin

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

$15$14

Explore Austin’s vibrant scene on this 2-hour guided photo tour, featuring the lively 6th Street, the impressive Texas Capitol, and historic downtown. Capture the essence of the city with colorful murals and stunning architecture while a professional photographer creates striking images that reflect your unique experience. Ideal for solo adventurers, couples, families, and content creators, this tour ensures your cherished memories are preserved in high-quality portraits, delivered via a private online gallery within 48 hours. - Guided photo tour through iconic Austin landmarks - Capture stunning portraits in lively 6th Street and downtown - Perfect for solo travelers, couples, families, and content creators - Receive your professional photos within 48 hours via online gallery

Capture Iconic Moments with Austin 2 Hour Guided Photo Tour

Capture Iconic Moments with Austin 2 Hour Guided Photo Tour

1 to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

$150$143

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.

San Marcos Shuffle Scavenger Hunt

Every Bite Has a Backstory: Pair East Austin’s public art and neighborhood history with curated bites and drinks from locally loved restaurants and hidden menu gems. Learn what to order and why each stop has become an Austin favorite. What You’ll Experience: East Austin murals and the stories behind its public art Historic neighborhood landmarks Black history, music, and cultural stories Local restaurants and hidden menu favorites A relaxed, small-group walking tour Insider knowledge from a local guide

Locals Know Secret Menu and Art Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

$98$93

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.

Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Austin by Wacky Walks

Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Austin by Wacky Walks

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.

Austin Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

$3$3

Special Offer

Podcast Tour: Flight into Twilight - Austin's Urban Bats

Walk through downtown Austin toward the dusk emergence of the world’s largest urban bat colony and learn how engineering, science and ecology turned panic into civic pride. - A 4.3 km self-guided tour with 8 stops over 154 min - Ideal for travelers interested in nature and urbanism - Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals - Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app

Podcast Tour: Flight into Twilight - Austin's Urban Bats

2 hours 34 minutesFree Cancellation

Austin's music scene and history is like no other! Take a ride on our e-bike bikes and learn why Austin is the music capital of the world! Our e-bikes are just like riding a regular bicycle but a lot more fun and definitely easier! This music tour isn't just for those visiting Austin but for anyone who loves music. You'll not only see some of the city's most famous venues like Antone's and Austin City Limits but you'll also ride around where the legends played here before they became famous. It's the perfect tour for any music fan! Each ticket also included our CYB equipment protection so if you do any accidental damage to our e-bikes you're not responsible (Horseplay is not covered, so calm down there Evel Knievel, no stunts allowed). You'll also get a wristband during your initiation that will get you EXCLUSIVE DEALS such as 10% off select gift stores throughout the city as well as happy hour specials for those old enough to partake in an adult beverage!

Legends of Texas Music E Bike Tour

1 hour 45 minutesFree Cancellation

Special Offer

Experience the hippest cities in Texas with these self-guided driving tours of Austin and Houston. Dig into the long, embattled history of this fiercely independent state, witness the beauty of Houston’s bayou and Austin’s historic downtown, and much more. Featuring must-see landmarks like Austin’s Congress Ave Bridge (home to a huge urban bat colony) and the Johnson Space Center in Houston, there’s no better way to discover these two incredible cities. Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Tour Guide App by Action, entering your unique password, and accessing your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/Wi-Fi access. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want. Not an entrance ticket to attractions. Please check opening hours before visiting.

Austin and Houston Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour Bundle

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover an invigorating blend of adventure and relaxation located on the serene shores of Lake Travis. Enjoy a three-hour wakesurfing session on a state-of-the-art boat, perfect for both beginners and seasoned surfers. After catching waves, unwind in the warm embrace of a unique wood-burning sauna inside a retro Airstream. All necessary gear is provided, ensuring a hassle-free day of fun and rejuvenation. Bring your bathing suit, towel, and water bottle for this unique wellness watersport retreat.

Wakesurfing and Sauna Experience in Austin

3 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

$135$128

RESCUE BABY MONSTERS. SAVE THE CITY. ️LAUGH ALONG THE WAY Step into an outdoor escape game guided by a hilarious interactive audio story. Explore the city, solve clues, & rescue missing monsters - all at your own pace! Turn Austin into a real-life movie set with Monsters M.I.A., a self-guided GPS audio game that drops you & your family or friends into a race to rescue Uncle Marv's baby monsters and defeat Jesss. Team up with Jade as Hollywood-caliber audio bursts from your phone or car speakers (choose a driving or ‍‍walking map). Tackle puzzles and answer questions for ages 7+ to defeat goofy villains and arm the monster trap at each stop. Increase your Recruit Score to see who the ultimate M.I.A. recruit is! Perfect for weekend family fun, birthday surprises, or out-of-town guests who want to explore the city in a unique way. No fixed schedules, no tour guide - just press play & explore at your own pace. READY TO PLAY? BOOK YOUR MISSION & GET SAVING THE CITY!

Outdoor Escape Game an Interactive Audio Quest in Austin TX

Outdoor Escape Game an Interactive Audio Quest in Austin TX

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

1 hourFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

$115$109

Fun City Scavenger Hunt in Round Rock by Zombie Scavengers

1 hourFree Cancellation

Wine country is always worth the drive. Explore the best of Texas Hill Country with private round-trip transportation from Austin. We know the land and the places worth finding, so you can settle in and enjoy the day. Choose from our recommended wineries, or we'll work with you to curate your own Texas winery wishlist. Build your perfect day around the places you actually want to visit. Hungry along the way? We can recommend one of our favorite local spots, from legendary Texas BBQ at Junebug’s BBQ to authentic German food and cold beer at a historic local biergarten, or help you find the perfect lunch spot for your group.

Private Texas Wine Tour in Dripping Springs

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

$120$114

Wakesurfing on Lake Austin is a fun option for groups, but organizing a boat and equipment takes planning. This private, captained wakesurf trip keeps things simple, with all equipment and life vests included. A captain handles the driving and setup, so you can focus on wakesurfing. With space for your group, BYOB flexibility, and music onboard, it’s the ideal combination of relaxing and adventurous activities in Austin.

Wakesurf Boat on Lake Austin - BYOB Captained (up to 12 guests)

Wakesurf Boat on Lake Austin - BYOB Captained (up to 12 guests)

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Holiday Scavenger Hunt in Austin

1 hourFree Cancellation

This is a Private, Customizable tour. You can customize your tour and let us know what you'd like to see or do. The tour covers anywhere within a 100 mile radius of New Braunfels, Texas. The tour should be about 8 hours, but can be from 4 hours to 10 hours. Also, let us know when and where you'd like to be picked up to start your tour. We pick up anywhere within a 50 mile radius of New Braunfels, Texas.

4 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

Texas Hill Country Tours

Discover Austin through its flavors, scenic parks, and vibrant local culture on this relaxed food tour in the heart of Zilker. Unlike traditional downtown food tours, this experience combines Austin's iconic cuisine with beautiful outdoor spaces and stunning skyline views. Travelers will enjoy a curated selection of local favorites, including Texas BBQ, Tex-Mex specialties, southern comfort foods, and locally crafted beverages while learning about the history and culture that make the Zilker and Barton Springs area so beloved. Between tastings, guests will take easy walks through some of Austin's most picturesque park spaces, offering unforgettable views of the city skyline and a chance to experience the laid-back atmosphere that defines Austin living. Perfect for first-time visitors, couples, families, and small groups, this tour provides an authentic taste of Austin beyond the usual tourist attractions.

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Zilker Austin Food Tour

$100$95

Lake ATX-Boat, Coffee & Views – Daily 2 hrs between 9am-12pm

Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Austin by Operation City Quest

The Story of Austin: Downtown History Walking Tour

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What are people saying about Austin

Kelly_W, Nov 2026

Amusing informative trip through Austin history

This tour gave us a view of the Austin of the past and of the present. our tour guide,David, was informative, engaging , and accommodating. He showed us the highlights of downtown Austin, providing amusing stories of the people and places. He also gave recommendations for music, food, and other entertainment venues. Well worth our time and money!

San Antonio Driving Tour From Austin with Boat Cruise & The Alamo

Susan_N, Nov 2026

Interesting day trip to San Antonio

You only need a day to see the highlights of San Antonio, and if visiting Austin, this day trip is a good way to do so. We happened to have rainy, miserable weather, however Alex made the most of the tour. He provided interesting commentary during the drive to San Antonio, and he took us on a tour of the San Jose mission that was informative and interesting. He was unable to take us inside the Alamo but provided the history before we went in. The Alamo itself is underwhelming, but I was already expecting this. We then walked along the riverfront. The boat ride was cancelled because of the rain which also meant that there were barely any other people along the riverfront, but we could imagine how bright and lively it would be on a sunny afternoon. We ended at the Tower of the Americas where Alex pointed out the highlights of the city view. We were back in Austin around 2 pm (much earlier than I had expected) so we still had the afternoon free. My only complaint (besides the bad weather which cannot be blamed on the tour company or the guide) is that it started much earlier than necessary (7 am). We did the tour on a Sunday, and since there was no traffic, the drive was less than 2 hours including a stop at Buckee’s to pick up breakfast. This tour could have easily started at 8:00 or 9:00.

Lake Austin Sunset Boat Cruise – 1 - Hour Scenic Tour BYOB

Cynthia_W, Oct 2026

Well Worth Our Time!

We had a nice tour with Jacob. It was a rainy afternoon, so not a great sunset but the boat ride and the views along Lake Austin were totally worth seeing. There sure are some gorgeous homes to be admired! If I could change something about the tour it would be to have some narration as we were not from the area and like to learn.

Austin Electric Bike Tour: Let it Ride

Daniel_M, Oct 2026

Rob was an amazing tour...

Rob was an amazing tour guide. The route is very easy to follow along and he will show and give you an insider's history of the city and big landmarks. If you're worried about riding in the city. Rob is great at directing you where to ride. We ended up having a personal tour of the city. It was a little hard to get to the shop due to having booked during the ACL Festival. But a LYFT solved that issue. I highly recommend this tour.

Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide

Sharon_R, Oct 2026

Great Austin sightseeing tour!!

Evan was enthusiastic, knowledgeable and asked each person what they wanted to see and learn about Austin. After self-introductions the group loaded into a very comfortable air conditioned van for the two hour tour. The stop at the Capitol at the halfway point afforded a restroom break. Very informative—highly recommend! Evan answered every question! Note that you check in at the desk in the visitor center.

Double Decker Austin Single Loop Sightseeing Tour

Jeff_S, Sep 2026

Austin Double Decker Tour Was Great

This is a great tour that provides a nice history of Austin. Our tour guide had a lot of knowledge to share and had a super personality. The tour hits all the main attractions and provides several places for that are the spots to hit. Although it was quite hot, the your on the upper deck of the bus was the way to go. The views were superb fron the top deck. Be sure to pay attention because there are a few tree branches that you will need to duck under. Overall a great tour and highly recommend for an hour and a half trip that gives any first timer to Austin a perfect start to your adventure.

Half-Day Hill Country Wine Shuttle From Austin

Niya, Sep 2026

A Tour That Won't Disappoint

This tour was amazing. Joel did a wonderful job giving the group local facts. He was very engaging and even remeber everyone's name and where we all were from! He was personable and made everyone feel welcomed! Hill Country did not disappoint. Each vineyard had breathtaking views and wonderful areas to take memorable photos. Would definitely visit again!

1 hr Lake Austin Boat Cruise. BYOB (Shared - Single Tickets)

Christine_A, Sep 2026

Boat Trip fantastic

You need to pay $5 cash each to the people at the entrance to the boarding deck of your boat. The staff on today was very rude we only had a little cash or card was told this was not acceptable even though we had paid for the trip online. Nothing to do with the organisers or the trip. They were great.

From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle

Thomas_V, Sep 2026

Great Wine and BBQ tour in the Hill Country

We had a small group tour starting in Austin driving out to the Hill Country. We had never been outside Austin and wasn't aware that there was a wine country region (Texas Hill Country) near Ausitn about an hour away. Frist stop was the eat lunch at the Salt Lick BBQ restaurant in Driftwood. BBQ was amazing where you'd want The Thurman's Choice plate of brisket (best in the world), Pork Ribs and Sausage or splurge for a Family Style (everything) with all sides being delicious. If you want wine with your meal then walk back to the Salt Lick Cellars (tasting room with souvenirs) building behind the restaurant. We ordered the Salt Lick BBQ Red wine since it sounded like it should be with a BBQ plate (very tasty). We also bought some flavored olive oils that were awesome. We crossed the street to the Fall creek Vineyards. A high-end small winery (low production) with nice wines but a little pricy for the value of the wine they produce (closer to Napa prices). Then drove to Duchman Family Winery that is a large scale winery with high production yields, large selections of various wines and rental facilities for events. The wines are very affordable for the quality of wines they produce. We were surprised that we enjoyed many of the wines since we tasted all of the ones they had opened, We then joined their wine club to have a case of wine shipped to Georgia a few times a year (cost per bottle with shipping fee was way below local wine store prices of comparable wines so that was a no brainer decision). That was the tour so if you love great Texas BBQ and wine the this is your tour. And think about joining a wine club if you can since it helps local family owned wineries to stay in business and also provides you with interesting/hard to obtain wines to share with your friends (or not).

Lake Austin Private Boat - 2 Hour, Cooler, Swim, BYOB, Float Pad

Christee_P, Jul 2026

Experiences worth trying

It was so enjoyable! He had a great sense of humor and was very knowledgeable regarding the history surrounding the area! As an added bonus he helped keep my young kids entertained. This trip/adventure was worth every cent! I would recommend this trip for everyone 😊

Austin Food Tour with Authentic Flavors, Tacos & 5 Food Tastings

David_J, Mar 2026

Austin Food Tour

We had an awesome afternoon in Austin thanks to our fantastic tour guide! Khy was incredibly knowledgeable about the city’s history, culture, and food scene, and shared so many interesting stories along the way. The variety of food samples was excellent—each stop offered something unique and delicious, giving us a great taste of what Austin has to offer. Everything was well organized, relaxed, and really fun. It was the perfect way to spend an afternoon exploring the city, learning new things, and enjoying amazing food. Highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Austin!