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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.

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Languages: Offered in English and Spanish
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes: with stops
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Highlights

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!

Itinerary

  • AO Tours Austin

    20 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Meet at the starting point for our tours.
  • 2nd Street District(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    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.
  • Willie Nelson Statue(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Get a look at the Willie Nelson Statue on Willie Nelson Blvd (formerly 2nd St).
  • The Moody Theater(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    See where Austin City Limits is filmed!
  • Austin City Hall(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Check out Austin's City Hall, constructed in 2004.
  • Congress Avenue Bridge Bat Watching(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    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.
  • Long Center(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    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.
  • Palmer Events Center(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    The Palmer Events Center is a multi-purpose venue nestled next to Butler Park with a gorgeous view of downtown.
  • Auditorium Shores Dog Park(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    You'll see plenty of dogs enjoying their time in this off-leash dog park along Lady Bird Lake.
  • Lady Bird Lake Hike-and-Bike Trail(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    We'll pass by the Colorado River, Texas's longest river.
  • Zach Theatre(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    See the Zach Scott Topfer Theatre, the oldest continuously active theater company in Texas!
  • Green Mesquite BBQ(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    This local favorite was featured on Guy Fieri's Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives show on the Food Network.
  • Chuy's(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Hear about how Jenna Bush almost got in trouble at this restaurant once upon a time!
  • Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    The UMLAUF Sculpture Garden & Museum is home to the largest collection of American sculptor Charles Umlauf's work.
  • Barton Creek(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Feel a sense of calm looking out as this spring-fed creek that feeds into Lady Bird Lake.
  • Barton Springs Pool(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Pass by one of Austin's most beloved attractions, and popular spot to cool off in the warmer months by locals and tourists alike.
  • Zilker Metropolitan Park(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Zilker Metropolitan Park is considered "Austin's most-loved park." This 351-acre metropolitan park is home to a variety of recreation opportunities, facilities and special events for individuals and families.
  • Wild Basin Preserve(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve consists of 227 acres of native Texas Hill Country habitat west of Austin, Texas in Westlake Hills. The preserve maintains 2.5 miles of hiking trails.
  • Austin Country Club(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Golfers will appreciate a glimpse of this private golf course, situated within the Austin Country Club, founded in 1899.
  • Pennybacker Bridge(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    The Percy V. Pennybacker Jr. Bridge in Austin, Texas, is a through-arch bridge across Lake Austin which connects the northern and southern sections of the Loop 360 highway, also known as the "Capital of Texas Highway." The road is widely considered one of the most scenic urban drives in Texas, in large part due to this arched weathering-steel bridge and the rolling hills that flank the road.
  • Lake Austin Boulevard(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Lake Austin
  • Bull Creek District Park(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Bull Creek
  • Mount Bonnell(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Mount Bonnell, also known as Covert Park, is a prominent point alongside the Lake Austin portion of the Colorado River in Austin, Texas. It has been a popular tourist destination since the 1850s. The mount provides a vista for viewing the city of Austin, Lake Austin, and the surrounding hills.
  • The Contemporary Austin - Laguna Gloria(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Austin Modern Art Museum
  • Westwood Country Club(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Private club
  • Mayfield Park(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Keep your eyes peeled for peacocks! Mayfield Park and Preserve is an island of restful respite located in the middle of Austin, Texas. Mayfield Park is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. This entire estate was presented to the city of Austin in 1971 by Mary Mayfield Gutsch for all Austinites to enjoy as a park.
  • Clarksville District(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Historic Freedmen's Community
  • Austin High School(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Among many of the surprising landmarks you get to see, this is the oldest high school west of the Mississippi.
  • Seaholm Power(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Seaholm Power Plant
  • Austin Central Library, Austin Public Library(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Austin Public Library
  • Austin City Hall(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Pass by the "Frontside"
  • Halcyon(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Coffee Shop in Warehouse District
  • Cedar Street Courtyard(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Warehouse District
  • Oilcan Harry's(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Warehouse District
  • Truluck's Ocean's Finest Seafood and Crab(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Warehouse District
  • Mexic-Arte Museum(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Historic Congress Ave
  • The Contemporary Austin - Jones Center(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Modern Art Museum
  • Texas State Capitol(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Texas Capitol
  • University of Texas at Austin(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    UT Main Campus
  • Texas State Cemetery(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    See historically significant figures final resting place.
  • French Legation State Historic Site(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    French Legation
  • Moonlight Towers(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Historic towers around town
  • The Driskill(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Historic hotel on Brazos St
  • 6th Street(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Famous entertainment District
  • Lady Bird Lake Hike-and-Bike Trail(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    downtown walking trail
  • Town Lake(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    downtown lake
  • Texas Military Forces Museum(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Texas National Guard Base & Museum
  • Republic Square(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    city park
  • Texas Governor's Mansion(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    governor's mansion
  • LBJ Presidential Library(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    LBJ Library
  • Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    UT Stadium
  • The Blanton Museum of Art(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    art museum
  • Texas Memorial Museum(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    natural history museum
  • Bass Concert Hall(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    performing Arts
  • Harry Ransom Center(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    museum
  • Bullock Texas State History Museum(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    museum
  • Oakwood Cemetery(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    cemetery
  • O. Henry Home & Museum(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    museum
  • Joseph and Susanna Dickinson Hannig Museum(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    museum

What's included

INCLUDED

Narrated tour with a combination of live commentary and scripted content
Signature PinkTag Partner Souvenir luggage tag
Tour in a luxury air conditioned vehicle
Whistle-stop, Austin in a nutshell, comprehensive city overview

NOT INCLUDED

Downtown hotel pickup and drop-off is not included when booked as a private tour
State required child safety seat for infants & young children
Gratuities
Parking Fees
Food and Beverage not included, but you can bring your own food/beverage

Customer reviews

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The Austin and Hill Country Sightseeing Tour is highly praised for its knowledgeable and humorous tour guides, comfortable Mercedes-Benz vans, and comprehensive coverage of Austin's sights and history. Many reviewers appreciated the tour as a great introduction to Austin, especially for first-time visitors, and highlighted the guides' recommendations for further exploration. Overall, the tour is recommended for its informative and enjoyable experience.

Additional information

Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
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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