Austin: Arts + Architecture City Tour

Starting off in the heart of downtown where you’ll get to see a mix of some of the oldest and newest architecture in Austin. From what’s been considered the most iconic building in Austin for decades, the Texas State Capitol, to more modern stars in the Austin skyline, downtown is packed with fascinating and beautiful architecture, like Gothic, Greek Revival and Moderne style. Along the route, you’ll also see several works of public art, including the tallest mural in Austin, the Willie Nelson statue, and Kempelen’s Robotic Owls. Continuing through downtown, we’ll lead you through the newest and most modern section: the Seaholm District. Here you’ll see such unique buildings at the Austin Central Library, the butterfly bridge, the Jenga-like tower of the Independent, and the former City of Austin power plant that the district is named after. North of downtown, we’ll visit Judges Hill, Neil Cochran House and West Campus. You’ll see the Barbara Jordan Statue and the Clock Knot Statue on the UT Campus as we make our way north to the historic neighborhood of Hyde Park. Enjoy a variety of sculptures at Elizabet Ney Museum followed by a drive through the area featuring historic home architecture including Victorian, Queen Annes, Tudor Revivals, and American Craftsman bungalows.Finally, a stop at Waterloo Greenway provides for a peaceful stroll. Celebrate the spirit of our community at this wonderous downtown public park that winds along Waller Creek.