Top Texas Sightseeing Tours in 2026

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.

Hear the haunted, paranormal tales of notorious San Antonio events that you may not otherwise learn about on this entertaining and spooky ghost tour. Walk the streets of the city's Old Town and learn its fascinating past, which is vividly and masterfully brought to life by your informative and passionate guide.

Austin is home to an abundance of great museums, architectural sights, art spots, and cultural attractions, but as a visitor, it can be tricky to narrow down a short list without hours of research time. Take the stress out of trip planning and make sightseeing a breeze with this hop-on hop-off bus tour. Simply board the double-decker sightseeing bus and get on and off as many times as you like to explore Austin's highlights at your own pace.

Whether you need to unwind after a long day at the office or want to start your romantic evening right, a 1.5-hour sunset cruise from South Padre Island is sure to do the trick. With space for up to six passengers, you can be sure that your aquatic adventure is both relaxing and intimate. Keep your eyes peeled for bottlenose dolphins as you lounge aboard the 26-foot leisure catamaran.

Explore Austin via a relaxing open-air pedicab tour. Pass by downtown sites including the Texas State Capitol, Governor's Mansion, Pecan Street, Lady Bird Lake, and more. Travel at your own pace on this tour that's individually tailored to meet your group’s interests. Choose between two convenient departure locations or arrange for pickup in front of your hotel.

Embark on a spine-tingling 90-minute boat ride through Galveston’s haunted harbor, where eerie legends and ghostly tales come to life. As night falls, glide past historic landmarks and hear chilling stories of shipwrecks, pirates, and restless spirits from expert narrators. This unique after-dark experience offers stunning views of the harbor under the moonlight, making it perfect for thrill-seekers and history enthusiasts alike. Whether you're a believer or a skeptic, this tour promises an unforgettable adventure on the waters of Galveston.

The 10:30 Eco Tour is a great choice for guests who want to enjoy the water at one of the best times of day. The morning air is usually more comfortable, the bay is beautiful, and it’s early enough to enjoy dolphin watching and hands-on marine life encounters before the afternoon heat sets in. Explore the vibrant marine life of South Padre Island on an eco-friendly dolphin watching tour aboard the Murphy's Law. This thrilling 1.5-hour cruise along the lower Laguna Madre offers spectacular views of Atlantic bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat, along with sights like Boca Chica Beach and the US Coast Guard Station. This pet-friendly tour is perfect for families and nature lovers alike. Book now to secure your spot on the tour before it sells out. Our Dolphin Watch and Eco Tours are popular with families, groups, and visitors looking for a memorable South Padre Island experience, and availability can fill quickly.

Skip the set itinerary and slow pace of a group bus tour and explore northwest Houston’s backroads on board an exciting Polaris Slingshot. Roar along a scenic route through the countryside and past the small towns of the Texas Hill Country on this three-wheeled sports vehicle, taking in the views as you feel the thrill of top speeds on the open road. Explore for as little as an hour or opt for a longer experience.

The assassination of President John F. Kennedy is one of the most significant moments in Dallas history. With this tour, gain insight into the fateful events as you visit Oswald's Rooming House, see the JFK memorial, and walk around Dealey Plaza. End the tour with an audio-guided independent visit to the Sixth Floor Museum (admission included).

Discover the sordid history of San Antonio as you explore the historic downtown area on this haunted pub crawl. Join a private guide for a walk through Alamo City to hear about stories that range from fallen Texan soldiers who never stopped fighting to a cold-blooded murderer who once walked the streets. Purchase a drink at each venue, if you’d like, to gain some liquid courage for these scary tales.

Come join this Austin e-bike biker gang to see the sights and feels the vibes of the crown jewel of Hill County. The e-bikes are fun, easy to ride and best with friends to get around this amazing city. Ride past Austin and Hill County icons including The Driskill (a historic and haunted hotel), Austin City Limits, Town Lake, and much more. Enjoy a dynamic experience in a vibrant city where every ride is different.

Explore the waters around South Padre Island and keep an eye out for local dolphins on this boat cruise. Venture to a snorkel location in clear, shallow waters with a soft white sand bottom, seashells, and seagrass. Learn a bit about the island and its ecosystem from your captain and, if you bring food, you might get to hand-feed schools of fish that swim up to you.

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.

Board the stadium seating 80 minute trolley ride and explore San Antonio’s vibrant culture and history with a combination of the Old Town Trolley Tour and Go Rio River Cruise. Enjoy a 35-minute narrated river cruise that showcases iconic landmarks like La Villita and Selena’s Bridge, all while being guided by knowledgeable locals who share fascinating stories. Perfect for families and history enthusiasts, this tour offers both flexibility and insights into Alamo City. - 80 Minute narrated Old Town Trolley City Tour plus River Cruise - 35-minute narrated river cruise aboard eco-friendly boats - Ideal for families and history lovers on land and water

One of the best ways to see Austin’s famous bat colony is from the water, and this guided kayaking experience makes it easy. Avoid the hassle of sourcing equipment or figuring out where to go, with kayaks, paddles, and life jackets included. Led by a guide, the trip takes you directly to the best spots for watching the bat colony departure—with no research or planning required.

Spend a day in the great outdoors and experience the Chihuahua Desert during this canyon float tour. Paddle along the Rio Grande River, which straddles the US-Mexico border, in a kayak, canoe, or rafts—dependent on the water level—and take in the desert scenery. Learn about the area’s geology from your guide, take a dip in the river, and enjoy a picnic over the course of the day.

Discover the historic highlights of San Antonio on a tour that takes you to Mission Concepcion as well as downtown markets, parks, squares, eateries, and more. A great introduction to the city for first-time visitors, this tour gives you a chance to learn your way around San Antonio with a guide to navigate and narrate the journey. That way, you don’t have to worry about getting lost or missing any of the historic details.

Exploring a new city at night can be a little overwhelming if you don’t know the area well. Avoid the stress and prebook this Dallas sightseeing small-group nighttime e-scooter tour and follow a guide through more than two of the city’s most visited districts, including the Arts District. Plus, ride an e-scooter around to each stop, which allows you to cover more ground than a walking tour can.

Discover the confluence of cultures and historic events that shaped modern-day San Antonio on a 4-hour evening coach tour. Designed to complement the optional half-day morning tour for a complete overview of the city’s history, the tour makes three stops to points of interest including the Japanese Tea Garden, the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Mission Concepcion, San Jose and the Alamo(optional). Along the way, learn Texas trivia and enjoy live narration from a local guide.

Take a walk down memory lane and through Galveston's eerie cemeteries during this nighttime walking tour. Spend the evening visiting several graveyards including Old City, Broadway, Evergreen, and the Yellow Fever yard to hear stories of past Galveston residents. Learn about the symbolism of the cemeteries, the yellow fever plague, the Great Storm, and the paranormal activity in the city.

Share the Gulf of Mexico waters with bottlenose dolphins, pelicans, and more on a private boat tour from South Padre Island. The private 6-passenger vessel makes for an ideal outing for families or friend groups without the worry of crowds. Between wildlife encounters, learn the storied past of the area, such as the history of the native Karankawa tribe, local shipwrecks, and more.

Discover the sights, flavors, and stories that make the San Antonio River Walk one of Texas’s most beloved destinations. Join a local guide for a small-group walking food tour that blends the city’s rich culture, history, and cuisine into one unforgettable experience. Begin at the River Walk Mall, where your guide introduces you to the Torch of Friendship, a 65-foot monument celebrating unity between San Antonio and Mexico. Then, stroll along the scenic River Walk and sample delicious local favorites, including tortilla soup, fresh quesadillas with Mexican soda, and authentic San Antonio-style tacos. As you explore, take in iconic landmarks like La Villita Historic Arts Village, the Presa Street Bridge, the Mexican Consulate, and the Tower Life Building. Pass romantic spots such as Marriage Island and the Love Lock Bridge, and stop at the San Fernando Cathedral, one of the oldest cathedrals in the U.S. Finish your culinary adventure with a traditional Mexican dessert .

Venture into the haunted corners of San Antonio after sunset and hear chilling tales of the city's spooky history. Take in storied landmarks like the Alamo, Cathedral, and other sights while delving into their dark past, plus learn about the most famous ghosts that still wander the streets in Old San Antonio with this family-friendly experience.

If you’d like to ride around Galveston Island to learn more about the area, but don’t want to head out in a large group that can either go too fast or too quickly, book this Galveston Island private e-bike adventure tour. This e-bike tour takes you to top highlights such as the 1859 Ashton Villa and Galveston Seawall, as your guide tells you about the history, culture, and wildlife of the island in the comfort of a private group.