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Hidden Gems in Austin

BBQ trailers, lake swims at Barton Springs, live-music venues every block of Sixth Street. The lesser-known corners of Austin most tourists miss — offbeat tours and local-favorite experiences, bookable on the spot.

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2h to 6h

Naples Private Tour - Highlights and Hidden Gems with Local

Experience Naples like a local with a private, customized walking tour designed just for you.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $81 a person
Greetings from Austin
2h

Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide

Austin’s favorite “bucket list tour” offers an excellent city overview in just 2 hours.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Bestseller
From $49 a person
2h to 6h

Munich Private Tour with a Local – Highlights & Hidden Gems

More than just a tour, this is your personalized journey through Munich.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $110 a person
2h to 6h

Edinburgh Private Tour with a Local - Highlights & Hidden Gems

Edinburgh is a city of stories—and this experience is built around the ones that matter to you.

  • 4.7★ · 96 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $70 a person
3h to 6h

Mexico City Custom Private Tour with a Local, Highlights & Hidden Gems

Go beyond sightseeing with a fully immersive experience led by a passionate local host.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $76 a person
1h 30m

Lake Travis Public Sunset Tour, BYOB

Enjoy a cruise that lets you meet new people while taking in the sights along Lake Travis.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $69 a person
The Dotonbori river with its massive neon billboards
3h to 7h

Osaka Kickstart: Hotspots & Hidden Gems Tour

Discover the real Osaka on your walking tour featured on Channel 5 UK's Jane McDonald in Japan.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Bestseller
From $43 a person
2h

Kayak Rentals on Lady Bird Lake

Located right in downtown Austin, we offer the most scenic views of Lady Bird Lake.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $32 a person
2h to 3h

Austin Private Tours – Landmarks & Local Highlights

Ready to explore Austin like a local?

  • Free cancellation
  • Private tour
From $80 a person
2h

The Story of Austin: Downtown History Walking Tour

From cowboys to condominiums, take a walk through the story of Austin, beginning and ending in what was once a roaring red light district turned warehouse district in Austin’s...

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $33 a person
2h 30m

Giant Glow Paddleboarding the Downtown Skyline with Bats

This specific tour is really similar to the kayaking with the bats or giant Paddleboarding with the bats only its more of a VIP experience.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $70 a person
2h 30m

Go Tubing in Austin's Downtown Spring River

This is a private tubing experience for groups of 10-15 people.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $65 a person
2h

Austin in a Nutshell Bike Tour with a Local Guide

Come see all that Austin has to offer!

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $58 a person
5h 30m

Texas Hill Country BBQ and Wine Tour From Austin (Small Group)

This small group tour combines authentic Texas BBQ with visits to three scenic Hill Country wineries.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $78 a person
1h

Lake Austin Sunset Boat Ride

Experience the best of Lake Austin on this BYOB Sunset Cruise.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $35 a person
2h 30m

Austin Street Art and Street Food Tour with Local Guide

A tour of Austin’s best street art and most delicious food trucks.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $96 a person
Dive into Austin Supernatural Side on Our Ghost Tour.
1h

Hauntings, Apparitions & Ashes of Austin Ghost Tour

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Austin's eerie streets with our captivating walking ghost tour, where history and hauntings seamlessly intertwine.

  • Free cancellation
  • Short pick · ≤2h
From $26 a person
2h to 3h

Austin Electric Bike Tour: Let it Ride

Too hot for a regular bike tour?

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $59 a person
3h

Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Mexico City Private Tour

This is not just another city tour; this is the best of Mexico City from a unique perspective!

  • Top-rated · 4.7★
  • Free cancellation
From $72 a person
2h

Austin's Afternoon Stroll

This small group tour is much like our award winning "Austin Small Group Morning Walk," but maybe even better!

  • Free cancellation
  • Likely to sell out
From $40 a person
3h 30m

Scottsdale Old Town Food Tour of Hidden Gems with 6 Food Tastings

Join our Food Tours on a food tour through Downtown Scottsdale.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Free cancellation
From $108 a person
Ghost Walk Austin
1h 30m

Haunted Austin Walking History Tour

Descend into the cover of darkness in the iconic city of Austin, TX with a nationally acclaimed storyteller.

  • 4.7★ · 952 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $30 a person
3h

Locals Know BBQ Food Tour in Austin Texas

Dive into Austin’s BBQ scene featuring five renowned joints.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $175 a person
Smoked meats in the Salt Lick BBQ pit
4h 30m

From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle

Searching for an affordable and fun way to get out to the famous Salt Lick BBQ and two (2) beautiful Texas Hill Country wineries?

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $75 a person

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