Top Texas Day Trips

Just a short drive from Austin is the intriguing history, culture and attractions of San Antonio. Come check it out with a local guide who will take you to some of the best sights of the city, including The Alamo, a river cruise, the Tower of the Americas and Mission San Jose. You'll learn about the city on your drive from Austin and be full of great memories on your drive back.

Rather than joining a guided tour and rushing through Big Bend National Park’s dramatic local landmarks, explore the area at your own pace with this self-guided audio tour. Pause whenever you like to take in towering cliffs and rugged canyons, hike through trails such as along the Rio Grande River, keep an eye out for local wildlife, and much more.

We take a sightseeing tour of the city and then we head downtown for the walking tour, remember we customize your itinerary so you can see and enjoy your day

Visit Fredericksburg without the hassle of driving through the Texas Hill Country or planning your own transportation. Sit back and enjoy the scenic journey from San Antonio before exploring the town at your own pace. Browse shops, museums, wineries, and local restaurants with free time to discover the destination in the way that interests you most.

Learn about everything from the South Texas shrimping industry to the history of Brownsville with this 4-hour cruise. You'll also get a glimpse of Starbase, a rocket factory and launch facility created by Elon Musk's SpaceX. If you’re lucky, you may even spot Atlantic bottle-nose dolphins or migratory birds right from the deck. As an added bonus, coffee, donuts, and shrimp cocktail will be served, free of charge.

Why visit one park when you can tour two of West Texas’s rugged icons! This narrated, self-guided driving tour takes you through Big Bend and the Guadalupe Mountains, from the Big Bend entrance to the Chisos Mountains, Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive, Hot Springs, and Santa Elena Canyon, then on to McKittrick Canyon, Guadalupe Peak, Devil’s Hall, El Capitan, and the Salt Basin Dunes. Explore both parks with maximum flexibility, safety, and value—stopping whenever you want. 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. This is not an entrance ticket to attractions along the route. Check opening hours before your visit.

Combine two popular Dallas tours for a day of sightseeing that covers the city and the Dallas Cowboys Stadium. The small-group tour starts with an overview of city landmarks such as Pioneer Plaza, the JFK Memorial, and the Old Red Courthouse, then continues with a guided tour of the Dallas Cowboys stadium. You'll see the press box, locker rooms, private suites, and post-game interview room, and you can step onto the field to throw a football.

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.

Explore three Texas Hill Country wineries without having to worry about finding a designated driver with help from this private winery tour from Austin. Visit Duchman Family Winery, Bell Springs Winery, and Wimberley Valley Winery all in one day. Plus, your luxury vehicle that you’ll ride in provides comfortable seating, music, and more. Each winery stop includes wine tasting, too.

Expect only the best of times on this tour of two Texas cities. Get acquainted with Dallas and Forth Worth on a tour that takes you to both cities' main attractions, such as the JFK Memorial and the Cowtown Museum. This tour includes all transportation in an area that's difficult to navigate without a car.

Leave your cares and your car behind while exploring the charm of New Mexico’s wineries. Savor the rich aroma of oak barrels as you taste rich red wines. Laugh with newfound friends over a glass of rosé under the heat of the desert sun. Let the gentle hum of live music set the rhythm for the day as you sip your new favorite white wine. Each stop offers new flavors, a new story—designed to leave you with lasting memories of a day well spent. Set Your Own Pace We spend about one hour at each location to give you time to savor your wine, enjoy live music, take pictures, and socialize. Drinks are not included. Expert Tour Guide You’ll learn about local history, get wine tasting tips, and listen to great music between stops. For Visitors and Locals Whether you’re visiting for the first time, hosting guests from out of town, or looking for a new way to experience your favorite places, our Weekend Wine Tours are unforgettable.

Venture into Texas Hill Country with a local guide. Your escort is not only an expert oenophile, but a storyteller who shares history and insight about the region. After two tastings at local wineries (where you’ll also take a behind-the-scenes tour of the production facilities), spend time in the charming town of Fredericksburg. Have lunch, browse the shops, or experience additional wine tastings.

We are the ONLY tour company in Amarillo! We want to make your trip memorable by providing everything you need for an unforgettable experience! This tour takes you on the most visited sights in Amarillo. We start with a tour of Downtown Polk St where you'll see the most historic buildings and learn the history of Amarillo. Then we take you to the Palo Duro Canyon to experience its true beauty as well as learning about the rock formations. We'll take a quick hike to the Big Cave and see Goodnights Dugout as well as stopping for some shopping. After that, take a break in Canyon Square for lunch and more shopping. Then we'll explore some of Amarillo's art scene with a trip to the Cadillac Ranch. Finishing up in the Historic Route 66 district, where you will hear the history and see some of the unique murals.

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.

See the key sights of central Houston and historic Galveston without the hassle of driving and parking when you opt for a tour. Begin your day of sightseeing with an overview tour of Houston by double-decker bus. In Galveston, enjoy free time to explore this scenic town at your own pace. Admire the historic Victorian mansions, the Galveston Seawall, and the Strand historic district.

Spend an educational day at the Houston Museum of Natural Science, one of one the most popular museums in Houston. Prebook your ticket to guarantee your entry and spend more time exploring the museum's many permanent exhibits, including the largest dinosaur hall in North America, the extensive collection of rare gems, and much more.

Download GuideAlong’s self-guided audio tour of Big Bend National Park and discover its wild beauty of vast deserts, towering mountains and dramatic canyons. Walk through ancient history at the Fossil Discovery Exhibit, soak in the Hot Springs Canyon’s warm waters, see towering limestone walls carved by the Rio Grande at the Santa Elena Canyon, and take in expansive desert views at Sotol Vista. Along the way, hear stories of frontier history, lost treasures, and untamed landscapes as you journey through this rugged and unforgettable terrain. Enjoy the freedom to explore offine at your own pace. Stories, tips, and directions play automatically based on your location Travel at your own pace Tour offline using GPS. No cell service or WiFi is needed Suggested itineraries for half, full, or multi-day use No time limits or expiry, and free updates Like having a tour guide along for the drive Purchase one tour per vehicle.

Discover Dallas-Fort Worth's Texan swagger with our self-guided tour app, allowing you to explore one of the 2026 FIFA World Cup host cities at your own pace. Begin in Dealey Plaza where the Kennedy assassination happened, now marked by the Sixth Floor Museum documenting that pivotal moment with 45,000 archival items. Ride the elevator up Reunion Tower and the I.M. Pei-designed brutalist City Hall. Wander through the Deep Ellum street art district where blocks of murals, live music venues, and craft breweries preserve the 1920s blues heritage that launched Robert Johnson. Stroll Bishop Arts District's independent boutiques and farm-to-table restaurants in Oak Cliff, then take in the 68-acre Dallas Arts District with the Dallas Museum of Art, Nasher Sculpture Center, and Meyerson Symphony Center. Continue west to Fort Worth's Sundance Square and visit the Kimbell Art Museum where Louis Kahn's 1972 building houses masterpieces by Caravaggio and Michelangelo.

Escape Houston and discover Galveston Island with comfortable, cost-efficient, and convenient transportation from Downtown Houston. Relax aboard our Mercedes shuttle and leave the traffic, parking, expensive rideshares, and stressful Texas highways behind. Enjoy approximately 5 hours of free time to explore Galveston at your own pace, with a helpful Galveston Tip Sheet featuring top attractions, historic landmarks, restaurants, shops, and local favorites. Explore Seawall Boulevard, visit Murdoch’s beach house, discover the historic Hotel Grand Galvez, experience Pleasure Pier, or venture into Galveston’s historic Strand District. Rent a bike or scooter, ride the Galveston Trolley, admire Victorian architecture, or simply enjoy the Gulf breeze and laid-back coastal atmosphere. Whether you're planning a Galveston day trip from Houston or looking for an easy Gulf Coast escape, this shuttle makes getting there simple, comfortable, and stress-free.

Explore Houston's space-age ambition and Texas hospitality with our self-guided tour, discovering this iconic city at your own pace. Begin in the Theater District, where 17 downtown blocks include the Alley Theatre, Wortham Center, and Jones Hall, serving 2.5 million annual patrons across 8 performing arts organizations. Travel 25 miles south to NASA's Johnson Space Center, where Space Center Houston displays the 363-foot Saturn V rocket, the Independence Plaza shuttle replica, and lunar samples from the Apollo missions. Visit NRG Stadium, a 72,220-capacity retractable-roof venue beside the historic Astrodome, the world's first domed stadium when it opened in 1965. Explore the 4,000-piece Menil Collection, the Museum of Fine Arts Houston's 65,000-work collection, and Hermann Park's Japanese Garden. Stroll Montrose's LGBTQ+ district with vintage shops and the Rothko Chapel's 14 iconic canvases. Watch 250,000 Mexican free-tailed bats emerge at sunset along Buffalo Bayou.

This tour is between 7 and 8 hours long. The wineries are about a 1 hour drive from Houston. During this hour of commute, we will see the terrain geography change. We will leave the urban cement and buildings for rolling meadows, horses and cows grazing, and small country homes, farms, and barns. You may also see more pine trees than in Houston. We will pass by small villages and towns.

This tour will cover much of the island, its history, and historic sites. I will play a 45-minute documentary giving you an good introduction as we drive to Galveston on our drip-down movie screens. This is a mostly driving tour that also incorporates about 1 hour to walk and shop along the historic Strand Street. We will have other stops for photo taking. Galveston was the largest city in Texas in 1870 and 1880 and was the wealthiest city as well until the 1900 Great Storm. The Great Storm was a monster hurricane that killed at least 6,000 people on September 8th. More people died in this Galveston hurricane than ALL other hurricanes that have hit the mainland US in history. On the return trip, we can show you the documentary Isaac's Storm from the History Channel. This will be fun-filled, entertaining and educational tour of a once great city that is still a fun place to vacation.

Discover the best that Fort Worth, Texas has to offer and discover its Wild West history on a half-day sightseeing tour. Alongside a private tour guide, visit several landmarks including the JFK Tribute site, Sundance Square, the historic stockyards, and Cowtown Coliseum. Learn about the American West from your guide and see the daily Texas Longhorn cattle drive during the tour.