Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide
Overview
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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.
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 To Expect
Rainey Street Historic District
Popular Austin spot with bungalows converted to bars and restaurants.
6th Street
Check out the live music venues and popular nightlife spots on 6th Street, better known as "Dirty 6th."
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
Options
Small Group Guided Tour
Reviews
2,345 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Best tour guide
Terassa S,May 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Our tour guide driver was very engaging, had personality and was knowledgeable. He also gave personalized recommendations for each group of tourists. He was also our personal photographer which was great! 😁 (Unfortunately only able to stop twice and would’ve liked more)
Evan was our guide. Good job
JILL L,May 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very good and nice job learning about Austin. !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Great tour of Downtown Austin
Michael B,May 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour of Downtown with our guide Connor. He showed us some really interesting spots, answered questions and even did some impersonations. Keep the tourist engaged with is knowledgeable and friendly personality.
A must do!
Dawn B,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Evan was an awesome tour guide, highly recommend. Saw the sights of Austin and got lots of recommendations for live music and restaurants!
Great tour of Austin...
Mitchell D,May 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour of Austin area. Our driver was Evan, and he was very knowledgeable of the area and a great ambassador for the city.
Great tour!
ALAN S,May 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Loved this tour! My tour guide, David was super knowledgeable about the history of Austin, was very friendly and fun.
Worth booking
Carmel O,May 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Conner was so friendly and accommodating and really engaged with the group - nice little tour of the city
Very enjoyable tour
Voyage45616177352,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a very enjoyable tour of Austin. It was just the right mix of time and things to see. Our guide, Connor, was also excellent.
Excellent overview of the...
Jim J,May 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Excellent overview of the city especially for a newbie. I recommend you do this tour day 1 of your stay as it will help you plan the rest of your stay. It was heavy on dining, listening and drinking options and how they vary in each neighborhood. Lighter on history, architecture and economy.
It was great and the...
Sylvia J,May 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00It was great and the driver was awesome. I would of loved to stop and get out of the van in a few more places to take pics. Overall it was a great experience
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