Austin mural party bus tour with mimosas & photos

Summary

Explore Austin’s street art scene by party bus with drinks stop

You’ll ride a roofless party bus through Austin with a local guide snapping photos at every mural stop. Sip mimosas at Freddo ATX in South Congress, dance to your own playlist, and see both famous and hidden street art spots before rolling down Rainey Street as daylight fades.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I remember is the wind — not just a breeze, but that full-on Texas rush you get when there’s no roof above your head and downtown Austin is rolling past. We’d barely climbed onto the party bus (which really is roofless, so hats are a gamble) when our driver-slash-photographer, Jamie, cranked up some old-school hip hop and yelled over the music, “Next stop: unicorns!” I thought he was joking. Turns out there’s actually a giant unicorn mural on South Congress. Who knew?

We stopped every ten minutes or so — sometimes for murals I’d seen all over Instagram, sometimes for ones tucked behind taco joints or vintage shops. Jamie had us lined up for group shots at each one (“Okay, now everyone jump!”), and honestly, I’m still laughing at my friend Sarah’s attempt to look cool mid-air. The paint on some of these walls is so thick you can feel it if you run your hand along the bricks (I did; got blue on my sleeve). There’s this weird mix of spray paint smell and coffee drifting from somewhere nearby — probably Freddo ATX, where we stopped halfway for mimosas and espresso. The barista there had this perfect deadpan delivery when I tried to order in Spanish. Didn’t work.

Old East Austin felt different — quieter somehow, even though we were blasting music from the bus speakers. There were locals out walking dogs or just hanging out on porches watching us go by like we were part of the show. Someone waved; we waved back. I liked that part more than I expected. By the time we hit Rainey Street, the sun was lower and everything looked kind of golden through the open top of the bus. It wasn’t about getting perfect photos anymore — it was just fun being out there together.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Austin murals and mimosas tour

• Visit South Congress murals and boutiques
• Explore Old East Austin murals and bars
• Stop for coffee and mimosas at Freddo ATX
• See Downtown Austin sights
• Pass by Rainey Street District bars

Top questions

How long does the Austin mural party bus tour last?

The exact duration isn’t listed, but expect several stops across South Congress, Old East Austin, Downtown, and Rainey Street with time for photos and a café break.

Is there alcohol included on this Austin mural tour?

Mimosas are available during the stop at Freddo ATX café in South Congress; other drinks aren’t specified but coolers are provided on board.

Are photos included in the tour price?

Yes, your driver also acts as photographer and takes group photos at each mural stop throughout the tour.

Is this party bus tour suitable for large groups?

The tour accommodates up to 20 people per booking and offers large group options.

Does this mural tour include hotel pickup?

No hotel pickup is mentioned; public transportation options are available nearby.

Are service animals allowed on the party bus?

Yes, service animals are allowed according to the additional info provided.

What’s included

Your day includes rides between Austin’s top murals by roofless party bus with custom LED lighting and sound system, group photos taken by your local guide at every stop, a break for coffee or mimosas at Freddo ATX café in South Congress (drinks not specified as included), plus coolers onboard for your own drinks if you want them.