Top Austin Outdoor Activities - page 3

Many kayak tours run at sunset to see the bats above Congress Avenue Bridge, but this Downtown Austin Private Giant Paddleboard Sunset and Bats Tour allows you to go with a private group of up to six on one board. Plus, the boards don’t have a weight limit and are very safe in the water. Spend a few hours soaking in the sunset, seeing the bats’ flight, and the city glow in the dark before coming back to shore.

Take your Formula 1 experience to the next level with our Circuit of the Americas Helicopter Tour, offering an unparalleled aerial view of COTA, home of the United States Grand Prix. This 36-mile tour is a must-do for motorsports enthusiasts, racing fans, and thrill-seekers looking to witness one of the world’s most iconic race tracks from the sky. Secure your VIP flight today!

Enjoy a total 3 hour experience where you take a 20-25 minute cruise from the Loop 360 Boat Ramp to Ski Shores Cafe (Price includes round trip). The boat shuttle runs from the Loop 360 Bridge to Ski Shore Restaurant on the lake. While at Ski Shores Cafe you can enjoy live music, dinner, Lake Austin Sunsets on the water, Brunch, etc. When you are ready to leave, just hop on the boat shuttle departure time from Ski Shores back to Loop 360. The shuttle picks up every hour on the hour until 9:00pm. (20-25 min Cruise each way) Most groups stay a total of 2-3 hours at ski shores.

Enjoy a day of tubing in New Braunfels on the spring-fed Comal River. Travelers may select from various times throughout the day to reserve their entrance in advanced. Float times run approximately 2-2.5 hours with 3 chutes along the way. The Comal River maintains a temperature of approximately 72 degrees Fahrenheit (approximately 22 degrees Celsius) year round. Thousands of people from towns near and far tube down the Comal River in the spring & summer to enjoy the river's natural beauty. Tubing on the Comal provides another relaxing alternative to tubing on the nearby Guadalupe River. A shuttle will be provided to transport guests and their tubes back up to the river mouth.

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.

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.

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.

For celebrations or just a good ol’ day with friends, book this Austin Private Pedal Vehicle Pub Crawl Experience to avoid the hassle of finding a designated driver while drinking. This pedal vehicle features 10 pedal seats and five non-pedal seats and a sound system you can connect to your phone to play music as you go. Bring your own alcohol and use the onboard cooler to enjoy your time before you make stops at some of Austin’s coolest bars.

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!

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.

Hop aboard an open-air pedicab for a relaxing jaunt around Austin with a guide. Find out why this city is known as the “Live Music Capital of the World” by traveling to venues and sites such as the statues of Willie Nelson and Stevie Ray Vaughan, Antone's Home of the Blues, Armadillo World Headquarters, and more.

Relax and reflect on your inner landscape as you cruise through the beauty of Lake Travis on the Fathom Freedom, a tastefully appointed 38 foot yacht. The calming waters help to rejuvenate your body and mind as you nibble on healthy snacks and meals plated on nautical-themed dinnerware service with Italian silverware. After a narrated tour of the lake, guests dine and relax before they arrive at a swimming platform for the opportunity to enjoy water sports and play.

Experience the enchantment of paddling in the pristine, turquoise clear waters of San Marcos, Texas. Glide alongside a variety of beautiful flora, and watch in awe as beavers, fish, deer, river otters, and a vibrant array of birds inhabit this picturesque river, creating an unforgettable journey for nature enthusiasts and adventurers alike.

Experience the vibrant heart of Austin from above with our 20-minute Downtown Austin and Lake Austin Tour. You'll fly over key landmarks like UT Stadium, the Texas State Capitol, and Frost Bank Tower, capturing the essence of the city's skyline. Soar over the serene waters of Lake Austin. This tour is perfect for adventure seekers, families, and anyone wanting a quick yet comprehensive aerial view of Austin's urban and natural beauty. Join us for an unforgettable journey that showcases the best of Austin in just 20 minutes. This tour is not wheelchair accessible.

This is a private tubing experience for groups of 10-15 people. We are the only company that offers tubing in Downtown Austin. What sets our trip apart from competitors is we are going on the spring river created by Barton Springs pool. This means that you won't waste 4 hours on a bus and you can make the most of your time in Austin. Every minute of this tour you will be in the water, and when you get out, you'll be just a few minutes away from restaurants, bars, etc. Furthermore, you can choose to stay and linger in the area after the tour and continue the water fun unlike the competitors who will herd back onto a bus and make you sit through traffic for hours to get back to Austin. The float is slow. Highlights are watching the bridge jumpers and rope swingers and ending at Party Island.

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.

Enjoy a private 4-hour, fully or partially shaded, pontoon boat rental on beautiful Lake Austin for up to 13 people, perfect for all types of events and occasions including bachelor/bachelorette and birthday parties, anniversaries, corporate outings and team building events, graduations, family reunions, just for fun and so much more! While you're out, refresh in clear, constant-level water while relaxing on an Aqua Lily Pad, explore the abundant flora and fauna, take social media-worthy pictures of the iconic Pennybacker Bridge, admire points of interest like the exclusive Austin Country Club golf course and revel at amazing waterfront and cliffside residences that call Lake Austin home.

Discover Austin’s spooky side on an evening walking tour through the city's most haunted areas. Austin history features stories about forbidden lovers, suicides, brutal murders, and freak accidents. Learn about authentic hauntings that happened in locations such as the Driskill, the Paramount Theatre, and the Museum of the Weird, as well as other popular spots.

Lady Bird Lake is a popular nature escape in the heart of downtown Austin, complete with scenic footbridges, lakeside parks, and skyline views. Ideal for families and outdoor enthusiasts, this cycling tour allows you to escape city traffic and cruise around the Lady Bird Hike and Bike Trail, which spans 10 miles (16 kilometers) and loops around the lake’s shoreline.

Discover a new way of exploring as you complete wacky missions around Austin on this digital scavenger hunt. Head to the starting point to begin your digital quest and learn about the city's secrets, quirks, points of interest, fun facts, history, art, and culture. This activity can be done with or without a vehicle and is great for both curious visitors and locals, and accommodates groups of all sizes.

Lake Austin is known for its partiers, and booking a public boat cruise can sometimes get a little rowdy. Instead, book this Lake Austin Private Cruise and spend a relaxing day cruising the water on a private boat. A guide takes you around the lake for a short tour and then you can join the party coves if you choose to do so on your own time.

Check off more Austin attractions in less time on this bike tour of the historic Texan capital. At a relaxed pace, you’ll cycle to significant sites including Lady Bird Lake, the Texas Capitol, and downtown public art installations. Delve into Austin’s rich history and receive personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour.

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.

Cover the highlights of Austin without having to walk too far with this handy private tour that whisks you through the city onboard an electric pedicab. With plenty of convenient stops, snap photos of Austin's colorful murals, scenic city views, and more. As you travel, chat with your driver and listen to music.