Want to see the best of Austin and the Hill County in the comfort of an air-conditioned Mercedes-Benz sprinter van with a local guide? Look no further! In 90 minutes, this signature tour covers 30 miles and 50+ points of interest, including the Texas Capitol and East Austin’s Six Square District, to give you a taste of the city’s rich culture and history. For even more exploration (with stops), check out the 2.5-hour version of this tour. Route subject to changes or substitutions.

Pass by Hill Country icons such as Austin City Hall, Congress Avenue Bridge (where the city’s bat population lives) and Barton Springs Pool
See where local’s get their grub at places like Chuy’s and Green Mesquite BBQ 
Learn about Austin’s music and party scene by places like The Moody Theater (where Austin City Limits is filmed) and 6th Street
Hear anecdotes, local lore and suggestions of what to hit on your trip by a local guide who calls the city home in the comfort of a van

What To Expect

AO Tours Austin

Meet at the starting point for our tours.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

2nd Street District

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.
• Admission Ticket Free

Willie Nelson Statue

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

The Moody Theater

See where Austin City Limits is filmed!
• Admission Ticket Free

Austin City Hall

Check out Austin’s City Hall, constructed in 2004.
• Admission Ticket Free

Congress Avenue Bridge Bat Watching

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.
• Admission Ticket Free

Long Center

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.
• Admission Ticket Free

Palmer Events Center

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

Auditorium Shores Dog Park

You’ll see plenty of dogs enjoying their time in this off-leash dog park along Lady Bird Lake.
• Admission Ticket Free

Lady Bird Lake Hike-and-Bike Trail

We’ll pass by the Colorado River, Texas’s longest river.
• Admission Ticket Free

Zach Theatre

See the Zach Scott Topfer Theatre, the oldest continuously active theater company in Texas!
• Admission Ticket Free

Green Mesquite BBQ

This local favorite was featured on Guy Fieri’s Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives show on the Food Network.
• Admission Ticket Free

Chuy’s

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

Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum

The UMLAUF Sculpture Garden & Museum is home to the largest collection of American sculptor Charles Umlauf’s work.
• Admission Ticket Free

Barton Creek

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

Barton Springs Pool

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

Zilker Metropolitan Park

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.
• Admission Ticket Free

Wild Basin Preserve

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.
• Admission Ticket Free

Austin Country Club

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

Pennybacker Bridge

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.
• Admission Ticket Free

Lake Austin Boulevard

Lake Austin
• Admission Ticket Free

Bull Creek District Park

Bull Creek
• Admission Ticket Free

Mount Bonnell

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.
• Admission Ticket Free

The Contemporary Austin – Laguna Gloria

Austin Modern Art Museum
• Admission Ticket Free

Westwood Country Club

Private club
• Admission Ticket Free

Mayfield Park

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.
• Admission Ticket Free

Clarksville District

Historic Freedmen’s Community
• Admission Ticket Free

Austin High School

Among many of the surprising landmarks you get to see, this is the oldest high school west of the Mississippi.
• Admission Ticket Free

Seaholm Power

Seaholm Power Plant
• Admission Ticket Free

Austin Central Library, Austin Public Library

Austin Public Library
• Admission Ticket Free

Austin City Hall

Pass by the “Frontside”
• Admission Ticket Free

Halcyon

Coffee Shop in Warehouse District
• Admission Ticket Free

Cedar Street Courtyard

Warehouse District
• Admission Ticket Free

Oilcan Harry’s

Warehouse District
• Admission Ticket Free

Truluck’s Ocean’s Finest Seafood and Crab

Warehouse District
• Admission Ticket Free

Mexic-Arte Museum

Historic Congress Ave
• Admission Ticket Free

The Contemporary Austin – Jones Center

Modern Art Museum
• Admission Ticket Free

Texas State Capitol

Texas Capitol
• Admission Ticket Free

University of Texas at Austin

UT Main Campus
• Admission Ticket Free

Texas State Cemetery

See historically significant figures final resting place.
• Admission Ticket Free

French Legation State Historic Site

French Legation
• Admission Ticket Free

Moonlight Towers

Historic towers around town
• Admission Ticket Free

The Driskill

Historic hotel on Brazos St
• Admission Ticket Free

6th Street

Famous entertainment District
• Admission Ticket Free

Lady Bird Lake Hike-and-Bike Trail

downtown walking trail
• Admission Ticket Free

Lady Bird Lake

downtown lake
• Admission Ticket Free

Texas Military Forces Museum

Texas National Guard Base & Museum
• Admission Ticket Free

Republic Square

city park
• Admission Ticket Free

Texas Governor’s Mansion

governor’s mansion
• Admission Ticket Free

LBJ Presidential Library

LBJ Library
• Admission Ticket Free

Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium

UT Stadium
• Admission Ticket Free

The Blanton Museum of Art

art museum
• Admission Ticket Free

Texas Science & Natural History Museum

natural history museum
• Admission Ticket Free

Bass Concert Hall

performing Arts
• Admission Ticket Free

Harry Ransom Center

museum
• Admission Ticket Free

Bullock Texas State History Museum

museum
• Admission Ticket Free

Oakwood Cemetery

cemetery
• Admission Ticket Free

O. Henry Home & Museum

museum
• Admission Ticket Free

Joseph and Susanna Dickinson Hannig Museum

museum
• Admission Ticket Free

Highlight

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Smoking not permitted
Not wheelchair accessible
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
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
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.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

Include

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

Exclude

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