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Starting at Bennu Coffee on South Congress, we walk you through the heart of the city, past iconic murals, along the famous Congress Avenue Bridge, through the historic entertainment district of 6th Street, and up to the steps of the Texas State Capitol, giving you the lay of the land, the stories behind the landmarks, and the insider knowledge that turns a good trip into a great one.
This is a 90-minute introduction to Austin told by people who live and breathe this city, with genuine recommendations for where to eat, drink, and explore baked into every stop. By the time we finish, you'll know Austin like a local.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Grab a coffee before we set off. We meet outside Bennu Coffee, 515 S Congress Ave. Your guide will be there 10 minutes before the tour starts, ready to get you sorted and answer any questions before we head out.
The tour ends on the steps of the Texas State Capitol, 1100 Congress Ave. From here you have the finest view in Austin looking south down Congress, and the rest of the city at your fingertips. The Bullock Texas State History Museum is right behind you if you want to continue your morning
Itinerary
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Just a short walk up South Congress, we pass one of the most photographed spots in Austin. Painted on the side of Jo's Coffee in 2010 by musician Amy Cook for her then-partner, the mural has become one of the defining symbols of Austin's creative spirit. A perfect photo opportunity and a great introduction to the neighbourhood's character.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Congress Avenue Bridge
Standing on the Congress Avenue Bridge, you get one of the finest views in the city: Lady Bird Lake stretching out below you in both directions, with downtown Austin rising to the north. This bridge is also home to the largest urban bat colony in North America, with 1.5 million Mexican free-tailed bats living beneath it.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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The oldest and largest Latino art museum in the United States, Mexic-Arte has been celebrating Mexican and Latin American culture on Congress Avenue since 1984.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
46th Street
No visit to Austin is complete without understanding 6th Street. By day it's a quiet stretch of beautiful Victorian architecture, by night it transforms into one of the most famous entertainment districts in America, with over 70 bars and live music venues packed into just a few blocks. We stop outside the Comedy Mothership, founded by Joe Rogan in 2022, which occupies the historic Ritz Theatre, a 1929 movie house that has been many things to many people over the decades.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Tucked on the corner of Brazos and 2nd Street, the Tau Ceti mural is one of Austin's most striking pieces of public art — a 103-foot explosion of colour painted on the side of a parking garage
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6The Driskill
As we pass one of Austin's most iconic landmarks, we'll touch briefly on the extraordinary history of the Driskill Hotel, built in 1886 by cattle baron Jesse Driskill and one of the most storied buildings in Texas.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Paramount Theatre
One of the finest examples of early 20th century theatre architecture in Texas, the Paramount has been entertaining Austinites since 1915.
5 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
8Texas Capitol
The cornerstone of the Capitol was laid on March 2, 1885....... Learn all about the history of the Texas State Capitol Building.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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