Top Austin Self-guided Tours

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. Audio & Text: Listen to our audio guide or read 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.

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.

The Ultimate Double-Decker Party Pontoon with Water Slide About trip: Turn the lake into your playground. Your double-decker pontoon brings nonstop lake party energy with a top-deck and water slide, Bluetooth surround sound to keep the vibes loud, and a massive Aqua Lily Pad perfect for floating, laying out, and living your best life. Cruise, dance, swim, repeat—this boat was made for birthdays, bach trips, and “we’re definitely posting this” kind of days. Pull up, drop anchor, crack a drink, and let Lake Austin do the rest. Vibe Highlights: • Double-decker with epic water slide • Bluetooth surround sound • Giant Aqua Lily Pad for lounging & floating • Plenty of space to dance, chill, and turn heads • Hit the lively "Party Cove" or pick a private cove **Pickup instructions and address: 5019 N Capital of Texas Highway **Parking: $5 CASH ONLY per person **20% Captain Gratuity: not included, pay directly with your professional Captain after trip. Cash, Venmo, cash app or Zelle.

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.

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.

Enjoy an effortless way to explore Lady Bird Lake with this kayak or stand-up paddleboard rental experience. Rather than following a tour group around, enjoy the freedom to just pick up your rental, then enjoy free time to explore the lake at your own pace—a stress-free and convenient way to get out on the water.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Investigate Austin's haunted past on this app-led photo scavenger hunt, hosted by the popular scavenger hunt company, Let's Roam. 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 or birthday parties and corporate team building events.

Check out the nightlife in Austin on this interactive bar hunt. The popular app-led scavenger hunt company, Let's Roam, is putting a new spin on the old bar crawl. Just download the app and hit the town. As you make your way through pubs, clubs and dive bars, you'll complete photo and video challenges to rack up points and be proclaimed the Bar Hunt Champion! Must be 21 to participate.

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.

Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city! Get ready to local authors, experience the favorite hangouts only known by locals, discover unusual oddities, and so much more!

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, 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.

"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! "

An action-packed day awaits at Stoke Factory, where adrenaline meets fun on water. The Aqua Park features a vast inflatable obstacle course filled with giant slides, climbing walls, and balance challenges, perfect for all ages. Meanwhile, the Cable Park offers wakeboarding sessions, where beginners can quickly learn the ropes and experienced riders can elevate their skills. Enjoy the thrill of racing friends and splashing into the water, all in a safe, supervised environment led by trained professionals. Make memories that last a lifetime with family and friends at this premier Texas adventure destination.

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.

Find the best landmarks and hidden gems of Austin with this private app-led scavenger hunt. As you traverse the city and work with your team, you'll answer trivia questions and solve challenges that reveal interesting facts and stories about the city. Use Let's Roam Scavenger Hunts as an everyday activity or as you tour a new city. Hunts are also great fun for bachelorette parties, birthday parties, or corporate events.

Explore the spookier side of Austin by booking this Austin Ghost Scavenger Hunt Experience. This scavenger-hunt game is a silly way for groups to bond with one another while they learn about the city’s haunted history. Play challenges while you earn points and visit the city’s sights. Plus, a remote host is also offered for a short period of time to help you if your group needs it.

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.