Private Pedicab Tour Austin: 6th Street, Capitol & Lady Bird Lake

Three Austin landmarks in a motorized pedicab: the Capitol, the lake, and the bar district

A private motorized pedicab tour of Austin covers three signature stops—the Texas Capitol, Lady Bird Lake, and 6th Street—in one hour with a licensed chauffeur and pickup included. The pedicab holds up to three passengers and travels at 15 mph, fast enough to move through the city but slow enough to take in the sights. Passengers can bring their own alcohol (no glass bottles); the driver cannot provide or purchase beverages.

Step-by-step itinerary

Pedicab tour of Austin highlights

• Ride motorized pedicab
• See Texas Capitol details
• View Lady Bird Lake and Colorado River
• Explore 6th Street nightlife area

The Experience

The tour starts from your location and moves through downtown Austin at a pace that lets you see without rushing. The Texas Capitol sits in the middle of the city, dividing downtown from the University of Texas campus—a detail the driver will point out as you pass. The Colorado River runs through Austin, enclosed by two dams so locals call it a lake; it goes by two names, Lady Bird Lake (after Lady Bird Johnson) and Town Lake, and it's the place to watch bats fly and see water recreation happening on the banks.

6th Street is where Austin's nightlife centers, an old downtown area packed into historic buildings that now hold bars and restaurants. The motorized pedicab gets you close enough to see the street without the hassle of parking or navigating crowds on foot. Because your driver is a licensed chauffeur, you can bring your own beer or cocktail along for the ride—just no glass bottles, and you'll need to pick up anything you want to drink before you board.

The pedicab carries up to three passengers comfortably, and infants can sit on an adult's lap or ride in a stroller if you bring one. The full loop takes an hour, which is enough time to hit all three stops and get a real sense of what makes Austin's downtown tick without eating up your whole afternoon.

What’s included

• Private motorized pedicab transportation for up to three passengers.
• licensed chauffeur driver.
• pickup from your location.
• one-hour tour covering the Texas Capitol, Lady Bird Lake, and 6th Street.

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Austin Pedicab Company

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want to see Austin's three main downtown landmarks without driving or finding parking—the motorized pedicab moves you between stops at a pace that lets you actually look around, and a licensed driver means you can bring your own drink along for the ride.

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Top questions

Can I bring alcohol on the pedicab tour?

Yes, passengers can bring their own beer, wine or cocktails aboard. Glass bottles are not allowed, and the driver cannot purchase or provide beverages—you'll need to buy anything you want before the tour starts.

What is the Texas Capitol and why does the tour stop there?

The Texas Capitol is the state government building that sits in the middle of Austin, dividing downtown from the University of Texas campus. It's a landmark that shapes how the city is laid out, and the driver will explain its role as you pass.

Is Lady Bird Lake a real lake or a river?

Lady Bird Lake is actually the Colorado River enclosed by two dams, so locals treat it as a lake. It's named after Lady Bird Johnson and is also called Town Lake; it's a popular spot for bats, kayaking and other water activities.

How many people can fit in one pedicab?

Each pedicab holds up to three passengers. Infants can sit on an adult's lap, and strollers are welcome if you're traveling with small children.

How fast does the motorized pedicab go?

The pedicab travels up to 15 mph—fast enough to move through the city and cover three major stops in an hour, but slow enough to take in the sights and details as you go.