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Downtown Austin Private Walk: Food, Drinks, and History
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2 Hours 30 Minutes
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Offered in: English
Overview
This private walking tour is unique because it gives the insides and outs of Austin from a local's perspective. We give you the experience of how we would choose to spend the day as people who know and love the city verses the typical tourist locations. You'll experience the best of food and drink as well as historical facts about the city.
What's Included
- 2.5-hour private walking tour for you and your group
- Local Austin guide's insider tips
- Food and drink not included in price of tour
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
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Our last stop on the tour is at The Driskill Bar, 604 Brazos Street. It is only a few short blocks from our departure point.
End Point
Our last stop on the tour is at The Driskill Bar, 604 Brazos Street. It is only a few short blocks from our departure point.
What To Expect
Love, Tito's
Your tour meets and departs from Love, Tito's on historic Lavaca St., downtown Austin. This quaint retail shop is the only retail outlet for Austin's one and only Tito's Vodka! Now a world wide sensation, Tito's started right here in the Austin area. The helpful and friendly employees at Love, Tito's are happy to share both the success and deep roots of Tito's story. Opening at 11:00am, this is the perfect spot to start our Austin adventure! Sorry, no free Tito's samples :)
10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Willie Nelson Statue
Standing proudly in front of the Moody Theater, Willie's statue is an iconic representation of why Austin is known as the "Live Music Capital of America". In addition to the statue, there is a cast bronze map at this intersection which shows detail of "old Austin" and the surrounding bodies of water. A perfect opportunity to give our tour the right historical context!
10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Moody Theater
Located just behind the Willie statue is the world famous Moody Theater. Home of the live broadcast for the PBS program "Austin City Limits", this music theater is a "must see" on your private Austin walking adventure!
5 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Lady Bird Lake Hike-and-Bike Trail
Your private Austin walk takes you along a scenic section of the Lady Bird Lake hiking trail. Just a short beautiful stroll from the Congress Ave. bridge, (aka Bat Bridge), to the historic Rainey St. District. Along your walk, your guide will inform you on everything from details of the famous Austin bats to the history of the Austin barges and ferries before the age of iron bridges. This is a wonderful shaded addition to your tour with spectacular views of the city skyline and, of course, Lady Bird Lake. :-)
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Rainey Street Historic District
The Rainey Street District is one of Austin's best kept secrets! It is an eclectic combination of soaring new condominiums and charming cottages and bungalows. These quaint little dwellings used to be private homes in Austin but now serve as some of the finest, and certainly most fun, restaurants and breweries in the city! While in the Rainey District you will be able to grab a drink or some great food truck eats at the "Stay Put Brewery". This is an award winning brewery with nearby access to some of the finest truck grub in the city!
30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
O. Henry Home & Museum
The home of great American author, William Sydney Porter, aka O' Henry, is located near the heart of downtown and is a brief stop to acknowledge O' Henry's story and his life here in Austin back in the 1880s.
5 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Joseph and Susanna Dickinson Hannig Museum
Next to the O' Henry home sits the former home of our local hero, Susanna Dickinson, the lone survivor of the Alamo (1836). At this spot, we recount the bravery of Susanna who not only survived the Alamo, but managed to save her daughter Angelina as well!
5 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6th Street
On your walking adventure of downtown Austin, you will experience two blocks of the world famous "Dirty 6th Street"! Nearly all of the storefronts on east 6th date to the 1870s and 1880s. Our informed guides will be sure point out the coolest spots for food and, of course, live music!!
10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Driskill
The Driskill is a magnificent example of the gilded age in Austin. This beautiful and historic hotel has been standing proudly at the edge of East 6th since its completion in 1886. After a tour of the hotel lobby, guests who so choose are welcome to purchase a drink at the Driskill bar and grill. A perfect way to end your private walk of the Capital city!
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5pm option only. This building dates back to the 1800's and your guide has access to areas the general public isn't allowed, with great stories.
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Your tour takes place in downtown Austin and walks through either the heart of downtown or the riverwalk, depending on option chosen
30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Operated by Walking Tours of Austin
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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