Fully private, fully customizable tours in Austin — plus the top attractions to see, each with its own guide. Tell us what matters to you and we'll build the day around it.
Austin is the capital of Texas and one of the fastest-growing cities in the country, known well beyond state lines as the self-declared 'Live Music Capital of the World.' The Texas State Capitol anchors downtown — built from distinctive pink granite and, at 302 feet, actually taller than the US Capitol in Washington, D.C. — while the surrounding grounds and free public tours make it one of the more accessible state capitols in the country.
South Congress Avenue (SoCo), just across the river from downtown, is where much of Austin's independent character shows up most clearly: vintage shops, food trucks, live music venues, and the 'Greetings from Austin' and 'I love you so much' murals that have become the city's most-photographed backdrops. The Pfluger Pedestrian Bridge connects downtown to the Lady Bird Lake hike-and-bike trail, a favorite spot for both locals and visitors to see the skyline from the water.
Austin's core sights — the Capitol, downtown, and South Congress — sit close enough together that a private tour can move between them at a relaxed pace, with time to actually stop into the shops and murals rather than just driving past.
Popular stops our guides build into Austin itineraries — tap any attraction to learn more.
March through May and October through November bring Austin's most comfortable weather. Summer is very hot, often exceeding 35°C (95°F), and events like SXSW (March) or ACL Festival (October) draw large crowds worth planning around.
Downtown and the Capitol are walkable, and South Congress is a short trip across the river, but Austin overall is spread out — a private vehicle covers the distance between neighborhoods more efficiently than walking or rideshare alone.
Summers are hot and humid; sun protection and water are essential even for a short walk. Spring and fall are mild and the most comfortable time for a full day outdoors.
The US dollar is used throughout, and 18–20% is standard tipping at restaurants. Contactless card and mobile payment are widely accepted, including at most food trucks.
The famous South Congress murals draw lines for photos, especially on weekends — an earlier start gets you a much quieter shot without waiting behind other visitors.
Austin's live music venues span the whole city, not just one strip — Sixth Street downtown and South Congress both have dense concentrations of venues, many with no cover charge for smaller acts.
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