Tour Finder
  1. Home
  2. Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide

Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide

Image 1
Image 2
Image 3
Image 4
Image 5
Image 6
Image 7
Image 8
Image 9
Image 10
Image 11
Image 12
Image 13
Image 14
Image 15
Image 16
Image 17

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours

Mobile ticket

Austin’s favorite “bucket list tour” offers an excellent city overview in just 2 hours. Visit major landmarks, lesser-known gems that only a local would know about, real neighborhoods, and even a sweet treat! Your guide’s in-the-know commentary provides more insight than you could get elsewhere.

You’ll learn all about Austin’s art, music, culture, food, history, parks, famous residents, and how the locals “Keep Austin Weird." By the end of your tour, there is no doubt that you will know why people love Austin. Come as strangers, leave as friends!

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Tour departs from the AUSTIN VISITOR CENTER located at 103 East 5th Street, Austin, TX 78701, USA

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to start time for check in. We are unable to delay the tour for guests who arrive late.

Guests with young children must provide their own car seats and arrive 30 minutes prior to the start of the tour to install them in the van as our guides are not permitted to handle car seats.

Parking is available in the Austin Convention Center Garage which is connected to the Austin Visitor Center. Enter the garage on E 5th St between Red River and Sabine.

The tour runs rain or shine, however we reserve the right to cancel the tour in the event of extreme weather and/or hazardous road conditions that would potentially affect the safety of our guides and guests.

Guests with limited mobility are welcome to bring a wheelchair or portable scooter on board to be folded and placed in the rear of the van. The vans are not equipped with a ramp or wheelchair lift however, so all guests must be able to step up into the vehicle (about 12 inches).

We do not permit animals or pets of any kind. Guests with a service dog MUST contact the tour operator in advance to request approval.

If you have cold or flu-like symptoms or if you are feeling ill in any way, please do not join the tour.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Texas State Capitol

Driver/guide

A 'bucket list tour' of Austin gives you a city overview

Gratuities

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Parking fee is $10.00 for up to 8 hours

What To Expect

1

Rainey Street Historic District

Popular Austin spot with bungalows converted to bars and restaurants.

Admission Not Applicable
2

6th Street

Check out the live music venues and popular nightlife spots on 6th Street, better known as "Dirty 6th."

Admission Not Applicable

Options

Small Group Guided Tour

Reviews

4.94

2,210 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

2123
64
15
2
6
  • Great experience

    Tatiana K,

    Oct 26, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Very knowledgeable and professional guide. I have moved to Austin 2 years ago, and I still learn a lot and discovered new parts of Austin

  • It was a pleasant...

    Sharon C,

    Oct 25, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    It was a pleasant experience from entering the tour building and meeting our guide who was friendly and very knowledgeable. It aspired us to want to take other tours and fully embrace the city and all it has to offer.

  • A must for first-timers in Austin

    Lannie L,

    Oct 24, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Friendly, knowledgeable, and entertaining, our guide, Joey, gave us a fantastic overview tour of Austin. Lots of awesome tidbits and wonderful stories about the city and its iconic places. Highly recommended!

  • Nice

    Lorraine C,

    Oct 23, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Joey was great.very knowledgeable and fun Capital is beautiful Lots of info on restaurants and bars also

  • Evan is awesome!

    Heather S,

    Oct 23, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Evan was a blast! He gave us a great tour of the city. We learned interesting facts. He was very entertaining and knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend this tour!

From $49.00

4.94
2,210 reviews
Check availability

Related Experiences

Double Decker Austin Single Loop Sightseeing Tour

Double Decker Austin Single Loop Sightseeing Tour

4.75
Lake Austin Sunset Boat Cruise – 1 - Hour Scenic Tour BYOB

Lake Austin Sunset Boat Cruise – 1 - Hour Scenic Tour BYOB

4.75
Austin Food Tour with Local Flavors, Tacos & 6 Food Tastings

Austin Food Tour with Local Flavors, Tacos & 6 Food Tastings

4.78
Lake Austin Boat Cruise 1.5 Hour Scenic Tour BYOB Per Person

Lake Austin Boat Cruise 1.5 Hour Scenic Tour BYOB Per Person

4.60
Austin Good Vibes E-Bike Tours

Austin Good Vibes E-Bike Tours

4.99
Half-Day Hill Country Wine Shuttle From Austin

Half-Day Hill Country Wine Shuttle From Austin

4.89
Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide

Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide

4.94
From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle

From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle

4.93
Downtown Austin Sunset Kayak Tour with 1.5 Million Bats

Downtown Austin Sunset Kayak Tour with 1.5 Million Bats

4.87
Stunning Sunset Boat Cruise on Lake Austin. BYOB

Stunning Sunset Boat Cruise on Lake Austin. BYOB

5.00
Austin Electric Bike Tour: Let it Ride

Austin Electric Bike Tour: Let it Ride

4.92
Guided Sunset Bat Kayak Tour in Austin

Guided Sunset Bat Kayak Tour in Austin

4.78

Operated by Austin Detours LLC

A product of Trip Social Group

Australia: Pavel Australia Pty Ltd

Việt Nam: Công ty TNHH Trip Social

top-50

Winner - HO CHI MINH INNOVATIVE STARTUPS IN TOURISM 2022.

Quick links

Destinations

Contact us

  • zalo
  • whatpsapp
  • messenger
Travelling effortlessly, together

© 2025 Trip Social Group. All rights reserved.

    Accepted Payment Methods

  • visa
  • visa
  • visa