Austin and Hill Country Sightseeing Tour

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Skip searching for best things to do in Austin, and let real locals show you the best of the city's rich culture and history, with a little bit of that famous Central Texas Hill Country. This signature Austin tour covers 30 miles, 50+ points of interest, in 90 minutes (1.5 hours) NON-STOP. (Route subject to change due to closures.) You'll get to see iconic places such as the Texas Capitol, as well important cultural areas like the Six Square District in East Austin. Sit back and relax in the comfort of a Mercedes-Benz sprinter van as you explore the city and head into hill country. Even lifelong Texans can't believe these rolling hills and greenery are in their own state! Read the What to Expect section below to learn about the places you'll pass by as your Austinite guide gives you anecdotes and ideas for how to enjoy the rest of your trip in this counterculture capital. For those who want to get out and explore, consider the 2.5-hour version of this tour with stops along the way!

Austin and Hill Country Sightseeing Tour

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2nd Street District centers around Austin’s best mix of local retail, restaurants, living and entertainment. It’s a vibrant area of walkable downtown shopping, dining and enjoyment.

Get a look at the Willie Nelson Statue on Willie Nelson Blvd (formerly 2nd St).

See where Austin City Limits is filmed!

Check out Austin's City Hall, constructed in 2004.

It wouldn't be a trip to Austin without going over the Bat Bridge. From March to September, you'll find people flocking to watch as the bats put on a memorable show in the sky.

The Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long Center for the Performing Arts is a performing arts venue located along Lady Bird Lake in downtown Austin, Texas.

The Palmer Events Center is a multi-purpose venue nestled next to Butler Park with a gorgeous view of downtown.

You'll see plenty of dogs enjoying their time in this off-leash dog park along Lady Bird Lake.

We'll pass by the Colorado River, Texas's longest river.

See the Zach Scott Topfer Theatre, the oldest continuously active theater company in Texas!

This local favorite was featured on Guy Fieri's Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives show on the Food Network.

Hear about how Jenna Bush almost got in trouble at this restaurant once upon a time!

The UMLAUF Sculpture Garden & Museum is home to the largest collection of American sculptor Charles Umlauf's work.

Feel a sense of calm looking out as this spring-fed creek that feeds into Lady Bird Lake.

Tour Description & Additional Info:

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Smoking not permitted
Infants must be accommodated with legal car seats (not provided)
Please note: Adult guests with children younger than eight years of age (unless taller than 4 feet 9 inches) will need to bring a child safety seat, this is Texas State Law
Request for special accommodations for wheelchair accessible needs will be addressed by management. Special arrangements may require as long as 72 hours’ notice to secure.
As of 05/04/2020 – We are offering tours by reservation only. We are taking the following steps to protect the health of our employees and guests: 1.We are requiring that our guides provide their temperature each day, and they will not be allowed to report to work if ill in any way. 2.We have increased the frequency of our cleanings. We are now fully sanitizing the vehicles after each tour. 3.We are asking passengers to not join us if they currently are ill or if they have had any Covid-19 symptoms with in the last 3 weeks. 4.We will be asking all passengers to make a health declaration stating they’re healthy by signing a waiver that will be sent to you by email. 5.We will be using infrared thermometers to check all passenger temperatures before they board the vehicle. We will ask anyone with a fever or high-temperature to please leave the area immediately, and we will contact them about rescheduling at another time. 6.We are requiring that both our guides and and guest wear masks at all times (this includes the time outside the vehicle waiting to board). 7.Guides will be providing hand sanitizer to each guest as they board the vehicle so that nobody is grasping handles or seat belts with unclean hands as they board and get seated. We reserve the right to reschedule or refuse admittance (without refund) if you can’t comply with requirements 3 through 7. These requirements must be followed to insure the safety of our passengers and guides.

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Languages: Offered in English and Spanish
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes: with stops
Vehicle Type: Convertible Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Upgrade Includes : Enjoy the longer version of this tour in our unique convertible Mercedes Sprinter with stops along the way.
Austin and Hill Country Tour
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Languages: Offered in English
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: no stops
Vehicle Type: Enclosed Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
The Original Tour: This whistle-stop style tour is "The best way to see the city". This 90-minute version does not include stops.