AUSTIN
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The 10 most popular historical tours in Austin. Here's what they actually deliver, who runs them, and what they cost.
A 1.5-hour evening walking tour of haunted Austin with Driskill Hotel stops, Paramount Theatre lore, and Speakeasy access for $27.50.
“We had a great time, and it was very interesting, would highly recommend. Tour guide was awesome, and the speakeasy Bar was off the chain. Having a old Bowling alley that is haunted is the coolest.”
Austin’s Downtown History walking tour covers 6th Street, music-era stories, a red light district past, and an inside look at the Driskill.
“Awesome tour with a lot of good information about where Austin’s been and where it is going! David was knowledgeable and fun, would highly recommend!”
A private 90-minute pedicab tour through downtown Austin, with quick stops at Capitol, Driskill, Willie Nelson, and Congress Ave bats.
“Great tour of the historic sites in downtown Austin. Our tour guide, Jordan, was very knowledgeable and personable.”
A 2-hour Austin downtown walk with expert guides, a Driskill Hotel interior stop, and stories that explain music roots and Keep Austin Weird.
A 1.5-hour downtown Austin morning walk with a local guide, hitting Texas Capitol, Sixth Street, Driskill Hotel, and more.
“Very informative and a nice way of discovering the city center. Tyler is an amazing guide and is happy to provide tips about the city Recommend it!”
Austin haunted history walking tour with storyteller guide, Speakeasy Tavern entry, Driskill Hotel tales, and a 1.5-mile night stroll.
Austin Ripper 1885 true crime walking tour across Congress Ave and the Driskill, with mobile ticket and guided stops.
“Was amazing, guide was so knowledgeable, the tour was one of the highlights of our Austin trip. 100% recommend”
Austin’s dark downtown walking tour of gunfights, bribery, and vice at eight historic stops. 90–120 min, $48.
“Emily is a fantastic tour guide. Her stories are really interesting all based on historic events. We would definitely recommend her tours.”
A 1h45 downtown Austin architecture walk from Capital Square to iconic landmarks, led by an English guide, with the Driskill interior included.
“I'm a historic preservationist, my husband is an architect. We had a day in Austin and wanted to learn about Austin's history and see some of its historic architecture. Emily made it happen. She was extremely knowledgeable, answering all our questions, and even took us to some extra places, knowing we would enjoy them. Highly…”
Guided bike brunch day through Gruene and New Braunfels with a Faust Street Bridge photo stop, historic shops, and Landa Park Comal swim.
“I was looking forward to this tour during the Memorial Day weekend. I rented a car and drove 36 minutes to do this tour. When I got there the sign on the shop said that they were closed. A waste of time and money!!! If the bike tour is closed, why was I able to…”
