Austin · HISTORICAL TOURS
10 reviewed
These are the 10 best historical tours in Austin right now: what each one costs, how long it runs, and who it suits best. Start at the top; it is number one for a reason.
Haunted Austin walking tour at dusk: Driskill Hotel stories, Paramount ghost photos, and a Speakeasy start. 90 minutes, $27.50.
“Will was a great knowledgeable and friendly tour guide ! He knew a lot of history about Austin as well !”
A 2-hour downtown Austin walk that links 6th Street music, literary Austin, and the Driskill Hotel’s real stories for $32.
“This tour was awesome. Emily was great! She is very knowledgeable about the area. Learned a lot, very interactive, so glad we booked this.”
A 90-minute private pedicab tour of downtown Austin with bat watching, the Capitol, the Driskill, and iconic statues.
“Amazing trip with Caleb as our driver. Caleb is amazing. I highly recommend. Do this when you come to town and you won’t be disappointed”
A 2-hour Austin downtown history walk with expert storytelling, a guided stop inside the Driskill Hotel, and real context for music culture.
“Caroline was a great guide! Very enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and all around great vibes. It was great to brush up on my US/Texan history.”
A 90-minute downtown Austin history walk with local stories, a 20% Jo’s Coffee discount, and an included Driskill Hotel lobby visit.
“The tour could use more concrete destinations like venues and parks.”
Austin haunted history on a 90-minute downtown walking tour with stops at Speakeasy Tavern and the Driskill Hotel. $24
“It was very entertaining - interesting sites and stories. It was a great way to experience downtown Austin.”
Follow 1885 Austin murders on a 90–120 min true-crime walk from Congress Ave to the Driskill. $55, mobile ticket.
“Was amazing, guide was so knowledgeable, the tour was one of the highlights of our Austin trip. 100% recommend”
A 90-minute Austin walk through bribery, gunfights, serial killers, and Madam’s Row, led by Emily and ending at Halcyon.
“Emily is a fantastic tour guide. Her stories are really interesting all based on historic events. We would definitely recommend her tours.”
Downtown Austin’s architecture walk connects the Driskill, Bremond Block, Art Deco courthouse, and the Capitol complex in 1h45.
“Tour was wonderful, very enjoyable! Wish we would have done it earlier in our stay since our guide also offered suggestions of local places to visit. Highly recommend!”
Guided bike tour from New Braunfels to Gruene for brunch time, then Landa Park and New Braunfels. Bicycle included, ~3 hours.
“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 book the tour?”
