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We compared all 67 experiences in Austin so you can choose in minutes: real prices, verified reviews and our editorial picks.

★4.9 67 experiences from US$ 15 ✓Free cancellation on most experiences

Must-do experiences

Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour: 2-Hour City Overview
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Most booked
Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour: 2-Hour City OverviewSmall-group driving tour of Austin with live guide covers Congress Avenue Bridge, Texas Capitol, 6th Street and South Congress in 2 hours.
2,439 reviews
4.94★
Duration
2h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 53per person
Austin: E-Bike Tour with Biker Gang Vibes & City Landmarks
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★Top rated
Austin: E-Bike Tour with Biker Gang Vibes & City LandmarksFeel the pulse of Austin on an e-bike tour, cruise past the Capitol, 6th Street, Lady Bird Lake & more. Includes gear, protection & local deals wristband.
1,463 reviews
4.97★
Duration
1h 30m
start times · Tue–Sun
3
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 85per person
Double-Decker Bus Tour Austin: Live Guide, Best Photo Views
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Best value
Double-Decker Bus Tour Austin: Live Guide, Best Photo ViewsRide the upper deck of a double-decker bus through Austin with a live guide pointing out the Texas Capitol, Congress Avenue Bridge, and South Congress.
1,205 reviews
4.75★
Duration
1h 15m–1h 30m
start times · Every day except Tuesday and Wednesday
4
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 37per person

Recommended (7)

Austin Food Tour: 5 Tastings Downtown & South Congress
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Travelers' pick
Austin Food Tour: 5 Tastings Downtown & South Congress
1,100 reviews
4.78★
Duration
3h
fromUS$ 80per person
Austin: Electric Bike Tour with Murals, Skyline & Local Stop
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Travelers' pick
Austin: Electric Bike Tour with Murals, Skyline & Local Stop
1,041 reviews
4.92★
Duration
2h–3h
fromUS$ 69US$ 62per person
Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle from Austin: Salt Lick & tastings
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Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle from Austin: Salt Lick & tastings
1,026 reviews
4.92★
Duration
4h 30m
fromUS$ 75per person
Austin: Haunted Walking Tour with Ghost Stories & Driskill Hotel
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Travelers' pick
Austin: Haunted Walking Tour with Ghost Stories & Driskill Hotel
973 reviews
4.68★
Duration
1h 30m
fromUS$ 31per person
Escape Room Games in Downtown Austin: 8 Themed Adventures
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Escape Room Games in Downtown Austin: 8 Themed Adventures
772 reviews
4.98★
Duration
1h 15m
fromUS$ 44per person
Austin: Downtown Bike Tour, Lady Bird Lake & Texas Capitol
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Travelers' pick
Austin: Downtown Bike Tour, Lady Bird Lake & Texas Capitol
577 reviews
4.92★
Duration
2h
fromUS$ 58per person
Austin Live Music Crawl: 3 Venues & Local Guide
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Travelers' pick
Austin Live Music Crawl: 3 Venues & Local Guide
520 reviews
4.87★
Duration
3h
fromUS$ 99per person

Top rated (10)

Austin Haunted Ghost & Murder Tour: Downtown's Darkest Stories
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Travelers' pick
Austin Haunted Ghost & Murder Tour: Downtown's Darkest StoriesWalk downtown Austin's most haunted sites in 2 hours with a live guide: the Texas Capitol, Paramount Theatre, Driskill Hotel.
272 reviews
4.99★
Duration
2h
Every day
19:00
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 30per person
Austin E-Bike Tour: 6th Street, Capitol & Lady Bird Lake
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Travelers' pick
Austin E-Bike Tour: 6th Street, Capitol & Lady Bird LakeRide electric bikes through Austin's neighborhoods on a 2-hour guided tour, visiting the Texas Capitol, Congress Avenue Bridge.
466 reviews
4.98★
Duration
2h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 78per person
Austin Guided Outdoor Climbing Experience: Learn Rock Climbing
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Austin Guided Outdoor Climbing Experience: Learn Rock ClimbingRock climbing in Austin with a professional guide who teaches beginners and experienced climbers alike. All gear and instruction included, five hours outdoors.
396 reviews
4.98★
Duration
5h
Every day
08:15
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 127per person
Lake Austin Private Boat Cruise: 2 Hours, Swim & Float Pad
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Travelers' pick
Lake Austin Private Boat Cruise: 2 Hours, Swim & Float PadPrivate 2-hour pontoon boat cruise on Lake Austin with captain, cooler, floats and swim stops. Just 5 minutes from downtown, up to 15 people, bring your own drinks.
195 reviews
4.97★
Duration
2h
start times · Every day except Saturday
5
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 299per group
Brewery Bicycle Tour Austin: 3 Hours, 5-6 Miles, 3 Breweries
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Brewery Bicycle Tour Austin: 3 Hours, 5-6 Miles, 3 BreweriesBike Austin's east side with a local guide, visiting three breweries, the Texas State Cemetery, moon towers and murals on this 3-hour, 5-6 mile tour.
230 reviews
4.96★
Duration
3h
Thu–Sun
14:00
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 98per person
Downtown Austin History Walking Tour: Red Light to Modern
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Travelers' pick
Downtown Austin History Walking Tour: Red Light to ModernWalk through downtown Austin's transformation from Old West red light district to vibrant modern city with a live guide covering the Driskill Hotel.
296 reviews
4.94★
Duration
2h
Every day
10:00
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 31per person
Lake Austin: Private Party Boat, Swim & BYOB Lily Pad
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Travelers' pick
Lake Austin: Private Party Boat, Swim & BYOB Lily PadFloat, swim, and laugh with friends on a private Lake Austin party boat: includes captain, music, and a floating lily pad. Bring your own drinks and snacks for a relaxed two-hour escape.
124 reviews
4.94★
Duration
2h
start times · Every day
3
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 485per group
San Antonio from Austin: Alamo, River Walk & Tower Cruise
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Travelers' pick
San Antonio from Austin: Alamo, River Walk & Tower CruiseSeven hours from Austin to San Antonio's Alamo, Tower of the Americas, and River Walk boat cruise. All entry fees and transport included, back by evening.
111 reviews
4.94★
Duration
7h
Every day
07:00
Live guide ENHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 269per person
Austin: Art & Architecture Bike Tour with Local Stories
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Likely to sell out
Austin: Art & Architecture Bike Tour with Local StoriesPedal through Austin’s colorful murals, historic architecture, and hidden art spots on a guided bicycle tour. Includes bike, helmet, and equipment protection.
104 reviews
4.94★
Duration
2h 30m
start times · Fri–Sun
2
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 75per person
Austin Icons Bicycle Tour: Lady Bird Lake & Capitol
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Likely to sell out
Austin Icons Bicycle Tour: Lady Bird Lake & CapitolGuided 2.5-hour bike tour of Austin past Lady Bird Lake, Downtown murals and the Texas Capitol, complete with professional guide and equipment.
130 reviews
4.93★
Duration
2h 30m
start times · Fri–Sun
3
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 75per person

Lowest price (10)

Austin: Virtual Home Scavenger Hunt with Live Coach
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Austin: Virtual Home Scavenger Hunt with Live CoachJoin a scavenger hunt via Zoom with a live Adventure Coach. Teams compete for points by finding props and completing missions. Includes leaderboard and photos.
19 reviews
4.95★
Duration
1h
start times · Every day
4
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 15per person
KuneKune Pig Farm Tour in Austin: Feed & Pet Rare Pigs
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Likely to sell out
KuneKune Pig Farm Tour in Austin: Feed & Pet Rare PigsMeet rare KuneKune pigs at Best Place Farms near Austin. Feed and pet these nearly-extinct pigs, teach them to sit.
18 reviews
5.00★
Duration
45m
start times · Mon–Sat
2
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 25per person
Austin: Morning Walk Downtown, Driskill Hotel & Jo’s Coffee
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Travelers' pick
Austin: Morning Walk Downtown, Driskill Hotel & Jo’s CoffeeWake up with Austin’s local rhythm: start at Jo’s Coffee, stroll downtown with a storyteller guide, see the Driskill Hotel, and get breakfast savings included.
428 reviews
4.86★
Duration
1h 15m–1h 30m
Mon, Thu, Fri and Sat
10:00
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 32per person
1 hr Lake Austin Boat Cruise: BYOB shared tour
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Travelers' pick
1 hr Lake Austin Boat Cruise: BYOB shared tourOne-hour Lake Austin boat cruise departing from the 360 bridge boat ramp with a live English-speaking captain, life vests and shade included.
213 reviews
4.79★
Duration
1h
start times · Every day
13
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 39per person
Lake Austin Sunset Boat Cruise: 1-Hour BYOB Tour
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Travelers' pick
Lake Austin Sunset Boat Cruise: 1-Hour BYOB TourOne-hour sunset cruise on Lake Austin with a licensed captain, passing Mount Bonnell and the Pennybacker Bridge. Bring your own drinks, play your music.
497 reviews
4.82★
Duration
1h
Every day
17:00
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 39per person
Austin: Lady Bird Lake Kayak Rental & Congress Bridge
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Travelers' pick
Austin: Lady Bird Lake Kayak Rental & Congress BridgeKayak rental on Lady Bird Lake in downtown Austin with paddle, life vest, and 2-hour self-guided paddle. See Congress Avenue Bridge, skyline, and Barton Springs.
20 reviews
4.65★
Duration
2h
start times · Every day
10
Free cancellationfromUS$ 40per person
Austin Murder Walk: 1885 Serial Killer True Crime Tour
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Austin Murder Walk: 1885 Serial Killer True Crime TourAustin's 1885 serial killer mystery walking tour. Visit crime scenes on 6th Street, the Driskill Hotel, and Speakeasy Tavern with expert guide. Small groups, drinks available.
353 reviews
4.83★
Duration
1h 45m
start times · Mon–Sat
2
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 40per person
Lake Austin Boat Cruise: BYOB Tour Past Mount Bonnell & 360 Bridge
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Travelers' pick
Lake Austin Boat Cruise: BYOB Tour Past Mount Bonnell & 360 BridgeFeel the vibe of Lake Austin on a 1.5-hour BYOB boat cruise with live music, coolers, and a local captain guiding you past Mount Bonnell, Pennybacker Bridge, and lakeside mansions.
98 reviews
4.72★
Duration
1h 30m
Next departure: 27 Feb 2027Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 49per person
Austin Congress Avenue Bridge: Evening Bat Kayak Tour
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Austin Congress Avenue Bridge: Evening Bat Kayak TourFloat beneath Austin’s Congress Avenue Bridge at sunset, watch the bat colony take flight, and see city lights from your kayak. Includes gear and guide.
87 reviews
4.91★
Duration
2h 30m–3h
Every daySeason until 16 NovLive guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 53per person
Austin: Lady Bird Lake Bike Tour & Zilker Park Trail Ride
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Austin: Lady Bird Lake Bike Tour & Zilker Park Trail RidePedal Austin’s Town Lake Trail with a local guide, see Barton Springs & the Stevie Ray Vaughan statue, and enjoy a relaxed ride: includes bike, water, and pickup.
97 reviews
4.85★
Duration
1h 30m
Every day
13:00
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 54per person
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Austin at a glance ✓ 2026-11-03

  • Most booked: Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour: 2-Hour City Overview, US$ 53 (2h, 4.94★ · 2,439).
  • Top rated: Austin: E-Bike Tour with Biker Gang Vibes & City Landmarks, US$ 85 (1h 30m, 4.97★ · 1,463).
  • Best value: Double-Decker Bus Tour Austin: Live Guide, Best Photo Views, US$ 37 (1h 15m–1h 30m, 4.75★ · 1,205).

Of the 67 experiences: 66 with free cancellation, 61 with instant confirmation, 13 with hotel pickup and 50 bookable last-minute.

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