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Austin: Sunset Boat Cruise with Bat Watching

Austin: Sunset Boat Cruise with Bat Watching

Begin your small group evening tour at dusk on Austin's Lady Bird Lake with a stunning sunset cruise where you will enjoy watching the colorful & changing skyline. If you happen to book our Scenic Austin Night Tour between March and October, you are in luck because this is the very best time to witness Austin's world-famous Congress Avenue Bridge Bats! Join your guide on a bat watching excursion to witness fabled Mexican (or Brazilian) Free-Tailed Bats take flight from underneath the Congress Avenue Bridge where an unimaginable large colony of 1.5 million bats reside—one of the biggest colonies of urban bats in the world! With speeds of 60 miles per hour, flying across the colorful evening sky, you will be awestruck & delighted at the sight of these bats with their fascinating and erratic flight patterns. Next, hop back into one of our air-conditioned Mercedes Metris vans to enjoy a narrated driving tour with stops at several iconic landmarks. Your guide will narrate and provide ongoing highlights and local insights about the surrounding area along the drive. You will get the opportunity to stop at several places to get the best views of the city including; Pfluger Bridge a beautiful pedestrian and bicycle bridge spanning Lady Bird Lake in downtown Austin, view beautiful historic homes at the Bremond and Rainey Street Historic Districts, the vibrant South Congress Street, and pass by the iconic Welcome to Austin Mural - beautifully illuminated at night. At the end of your tour, your guide will take you back to your Downtown Austin hotel. Experience the fantastic culture and friendly locals of Austin and reserve a spot with us today!

Austin Ghosts Spirits & Poltergeists Haunted Walking Tour

Austin Ghosts Spirits & Poltergeists Haunted Walking Tour

Get ready to embark on an unforgettable journey through the eerie and mysterious side of Austin with our walking ghost tour. Led by a knowledgeable and experienced local tour guide, you will be taken to multiple haunted and historic locations where chilling tales of the supernatural await. From the iconic Omni Hotel to the historic Driskill, each stop on the tour is filled with spine-tingling stories of hauntings and ghostly encounters that will leave you on the edge of your seat. As you wander through the streets of Austin, known for its quirky charm and vibrant culture, you will also discover a darker side to the city's history. From tragic events that have left lingering spirits to unexplained phenomena that continue to haunt the living, each location on the tour is steeped in a rich and haunting past. Prepare to be captivated by authentic accounts of the supernatural as you delve into the haunted history of Austin, a city that is as fascinating as it is frightening. Join us on this thrilling adventure that promises to send shivers down your spine and leave you with a newfound appreciation for the haunted and historic landmarks of Austin. With tours starting at 8 PM and covering a mile of haunted real estate, you will have the opportunity to explore iconic places such as the Omni Hotel, the Driskill, Buffalo Billiards, and HandleBar. So, gather your courage, brace yourself for the unknown, and get ready to experience the haunted side of Austin like never before. Just remember, as you stand on haunted ground throughout the evening, be prepared for a night filled with ghostly encounters and spine-chilling tales that will stay with you long after the tour ends.

Hauntings in the Heart of Austin

Hauntings in the Heart of Austin

Uncover the darker side of Austin’s history on this thrilling ghost tour through downtown. Step inside the legendary Driskill Hotel, where lavish décor hides eerie encounters, from a playful young spirit to the lingering presence of its cigar-smoking founder. Continue through the city’s most haunted locations, including Buffalo Billiards, where poltergeist activity keeps visitors on edge, and the O. Henry House, where a heartbroken spirit waits in vain. Visit the Bull Pub and the Omni Hotel, where guests report shadowy figures and ghostly whispers. Learn what shadows stand over the Paramount Theater. End your journey with two of Austin’s most powerful supernatural sites—the Governor’s Mansion, watched over by a spectral presence, and the Texas State Capitol, where spirits of the past still roam. This unforgettable experience blends history, mystery, and chilling ghost stories for a night you won’t forget. This tour lasts 1.5 hours and covers approximately 1.1 miles at a relaxed pace. Opportunities to sit are limited, but restrooms are available at the starting point (The Driskill) and along the route. If you need the guide to use a voice amplifier at every stop, just let them know upon arrival.

Downtown Walking History Tour

Downtown Walking History Tour

This historical walking tour takes guests through the presence of Black people in the heart of downtown Austin. Since Austin’s establishment in 1839 and before, people of African descent have played an integral part in this city’s development. We journey through centuries of histories, contributions, and experiences that are seldom told. We will explore the history of enslavement in Austin, routes to freedom in Mexico for enslaved persons passing through Austin, and the Black businesses and institutions that once flourished downtown. On this one-mile walk, guests will engage in dialogue about Black people's role in Austin’s development and their continued presence.

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5 out of 5 stars

There was no way to anticipate how fantastic this tour was going to be. In addition to anticipated landmarks, we were treated to beautiful locations and history we had no idea existed. This tour far surpassed our expectations and was such a great value for the experience.

5 out of 5 stars

My family sat toward the front of the boat. The speaker the guide used was in the back of the boat. We could barely hear what guide said. Our ages are: 23, 51, and 75 so it wasn’t us having personal hearing problem, it was the speaker design.

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The tour was fun and our guide Vincent very knowledgeable. He made the tour fun and informative, teaching us about the town's history along the ghost stories. Would recommend to anyone!

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Our boat’s motor wouldn’t work. We tethered to another boat. I enjoyed watching the bats come out. Good tour.

5 out of 5 stars

The bats were a little underwhelming but the tour of the town was awesome