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The Best Sunset Cruise on Lake Austin! This 1-hour BYOB boat tour offers stunning sunset views while cruising past Mount Bonnell, Pennybacker Bridge, and Austin’s most exclusive waterfront homes. Glide through “Little Venice,” a unique Venetian-style canal lined with multi-million dollar mansions, and see the lake house of Matthew McConaughey (“Alright, Alright, Alright!”).
Unmatched Sunset Views & Live Music – Experience the lake at golden hour, passing Ski Shores Café, where live music enhances the evening ambiance.
BYOB & Bluetooth-Enabled Fun – Bring your favorite drinks, relax in cushioned seating, and play your own music with Bluetooth or AUX connection. A cooler, ice, and water are provided.
Hassle-Free & Fully Captained – Your licensed captain takes care of everything so you can sit back and enjoy this must-do Austin experience, perfect for couples, groups, and first-time visitors!
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum drinking age is 21 yrs
Children 13 and under must be accompanied by an adult
Boat Travel time is included in the total trip duration.
Parking is extremely Limited, ride share/uber is highly recommended.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cooler, Water Bottles, Ice
One of our accredited guides will meet you at the docks between the Quince Lakehouse and Hula Hut. NOT inside the restaurants. Go down in between the restaurants to the boat docks. Thats where the captain will meet you. Do NOT bring outside alcohol or food inside the restaurants.
Mozart’s Coffee Roasters, a beloved waterfront café famous for its holiday light shows and freshly roasted coffee. Your captain will share stories about these Austin icons as we glide past their scenic patios.
201 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Joyce M,
Oct 23, 2025
- Viator
I just didn’t expect much from this one hour boat trip but was much much more than I expected!! Will was a great captain of the boat and was very informative and fun!
Shana B,
Oct 22, 2025
- Viator
It’s good sight seeing even when almost dark. Take lots of pictures. The scenery is beautiful. Arrive on time.
Ciara H,
Oct 19, 2025
- Viator
Captain Riggs had a wealth of knowledge but most of all he was so personable! I also enjoyed his music selection!
Annie W,
Oct 15, 2025
- Viator
It was wonderful! Highly recommend! We had German and he as very knowledgeable about the lake. It was also beautiful at sunset
suz a,
Oct 15, 2025
- Viator
Took the boat cruise as a work evening outing. Nice easy ride, beautiful sunset, and nice and knowledgeable captain. Would recommend.
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