Austin tours
Austin tours have a reputation for getting around. And youÍll be glad they do as millions have taken these incredible tours, and have come away with great stories to tell. Accommodating any schedule, interest, group size and price range, these companies can get anyone to the best of Austin in moments. We recommend starting with any if the great historical walking tours. The Conventions and Visitors Bureau has some of the best guides, and we also like the guides with the Austin Ghost adventures. Either of these will give you a good background to the city, But if less walking and more moving are on your mind, take the Segways to check out the city in style. For you water lovers, Austin offers numerous ways to check out the city by cruise, and if you canÍt make up your mind between land and water, take the Ducks. Austin tours can get you there any way, and any day, you want!
Segway Tours
Gliding Revolution Segway Tours of Austin
512-669-6051
http://www.glidingrevolution.com
Guided 1 to 2-1/2 hour tours on those nifty platforms with wheels for each person to stand on. One of the best ways to see Austin, Barton Creek or Town Lake. Gliding Revolution is the ultimate Segway touring company in Austin, Texas. We provide safe, affordable guided tours that include Segway training.
Ghost Tours
Austin Ghost Tours
512-853-9826
http://www.austinghosttours.com
This town does have a somewhat sordid and violent past, so of course there are some great ghost stories to share. Walk the streets of downtown and get the low-down. Not for small children.
Guided Walking Tours
Austin Convention & Visitors Bureau
866-GO-AUSTIN
http://www.austintexas.org
Get to the best of the city with the best. Daily guided walking tours of all things grand about this city. See website for more information.
Duck Tours
Austin Duck Adventures
512-4-SPLASH
http://www.austinducks.com
This combination land/water vehicle tour is a blast. Ride the streets of downtown, and then splash into the waters of Lake Travis. Kids really like this one,and the script used is hysterical.
Capital Cruises
512-480-9264
http://www.capitalcruises.com
From March to October these electric powered boats offer the best tours of sights in and around Town Lake. The best is the Bats under the Congress Avenue Bridge. See website for details.
Riverboat Cruises
Lone Star
512-327-1388
http://www.lonestarriverboat.com
Take the riverboats upstream past Barton Creek and Zilker Park. Beautiful and leisurely cruises past cliffs and mansions. See website for details.
