Austin City Tour with State Capitol

Overview

Welcome to our exclusive Best of Austin Tour with Tripsheperd Tours.

Your tour begins with a visit to the Texas Capitol. Our guide will take you on a guided tour around the grounds, where you can admire the Heroes of Alamo.

Next, we'll take you to see some of the famous murals in Austin, including the "I love you so much" mural and the "Greetings from Austin" mural. We'll then make a surprise food stop, where you can indulge in some delicious local cuisine and treats.

Next up, we'll take you to Mount Bonnell, one of the highest points in Austin, where you can enjoy a panoramic view of the city skyline. The view from the top is simply breathtaking, and you won't want to miss it.

Finally, we'll adventure around the Pennybacker Bridge, also known as the "360 Bridge," which spans across Lake Austin and offers stunning views of the surrounding hills and water.

Book now and join us on this exciting tour of Austin's top attractions and hidden gems!

City: Austin

Wed 07 May

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Starting at $109.00

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Wed 07 May

Starting at $109.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Visit the Pfluger Bridge

Self guided tour of the Texas Capitol

Complimentary hotel pick up and drop off in Downtown Austin.

All attraction admission fees included

Local Tour guide - fully narrated tour experience

Luxury Transportation in air-conditioned Mercedes Metris van

Skip the ticket line entry - avoid large crowds and wait times

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Texas Capitol

Your tour begins with a visit to the Texas Capitol - the seat of government for the state of Texas. This iconic Italian Renaissance Revival style building was constructed between 1882 and 1888 and is the sixth-tallest state capitol. Our guide will take you on a guided tour around the grounds, where you can admire the Heroes of Alamo, the Confederate Soldiers Monument, and the Volunteer Firemen Monument, among other notable monuments and statues.

South Congress Avenue

Pass by the vibrant South Congress Avenue area

Greetings from Austin Mural

Next, we'll take you to see some of the famous murals in Austin, including the "I love you so much" mural and the "Greetings from Austin" mural. These vibrant and colorful murals are an Instagrammer's paradise and have become iconic symbols of the city.

Barton Springs Pool

Afterwards, we'll head to Barton Springs, a natural spring-fed pool in the heart of the city, where you can take in the beautiful scenery and enjoy a relaxing walk around the area. We'll then make a surprise food stop, where you can indulge in some delicious local cuisine and treats.

Mount Bonnell

Next up, we'll take you to Mount Bonnell, one of the highest points in Austin, where you can enjoy a panoramic view of the city skyline. The view from the top is simply breathtaking, and you won't want to miss it.

Pennybacker Bridge

Finally, we'll adventure around the Pennybacker Bridge, also known as the "360 Bridge," which spans across Lake Austin and offers stunning views of the surrounding hills and water. At the end of your tour, we'll take you back to your Downtown Austin hotel, leaving you with unforgettable memories of your Austin adventure.

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (39)

Ted_B

Jan 2024

Owen our guide was excellent. Lots of history and fun information...great coffee shop too. Understand more of Austin Young and Old.

clare_m

Oct 2023

Owen was an excellent guide, with insightful and informative knowledge of Austin and the surrounding area. He took us to interesting areas with great photo opportunities. The state capitol is truly worth the visit, made even more so by Owen’s knowledge of the history of both Austin and Texas. Thoroughly recommend this tour to get a good insight into Austin whilst still ‘keeping it weird!’

julie_W

Sep 2023

We felt a bit mislead that this tour would be a premier experience. Though the group was small (our party was 4 of the 6 people) it was a bit of a squeeze in a regular minivan (not a Mercedes as described) and getting in and out was a challenge. Thank goodness 2 in our party were able to sit in the back seat, but hearing the commentary from the driver was definitely compromised. We also chose this tour for the hotel pick up to accommodate one in our party who couldn't walk long distances. However, she needed to sit it the van for two stops (the state capitol and Mt. Bonnell) as "skip the lines, get better access" was not really provided. The driver (Owen) was kind enough to include a quick swing through UT campus (important for the alumni member in our group), but he struggled some to deliver smooth commentary while driving. The tour took closer to four hours and the promised "surprise food stop" was a cup of coffee near the end. I don't blame the driver, but the tour was nothing like the upgrade from the much cheaper similar offerings on Viator.