Downtown Austin History Walking Tour
Austin is filled with stories of the past, which is what makes it a great city. Instead of exploring the city with your nose in a guidebook, book this engaging historical walking tour. Discover Downtown Austin's rich history and its transformation into a vibrant city. Hear intriguing stories of bold Austinites who shaped Texas' capital, while exploring historic sites and architectural treasures.
Highlights
- ✓Explore alongside an expert guide with extensive knowledge of Austin
- ✓Learn about the Historic 6th Street district and Austin's music scene
- ✓Step inside the Driskill Hotel steeped in history and legend
- ✓Discover the scandalous history of the Victorian-era red light district
What you'll see & do
- ✓In what was once a bustling vice district, we will begin with the origin story of the city of Austin and talk about the old west mentality that built the biggest red light district in the southwest. We do not go inside.
- ✓Famous short story author O. Henry lived here in Austin before he made it big. Outside his home, we will dig up a few tales of his time here in Austin. We do not go inside.
- ✓How did the last survivor of the Alamo end up in Austin? We'll discover this and more outside the home she lived in on 5th St.
- ✓Learn the historic and current significance of Austin's most famous street.
- ✓We'll get to go inside this one! Built in 1886 and sometimes called "the people's hotel", the Driskill is teeming with historical tales of greed, politics, vice, music, celebrities, and more.
What's included
- ✓Tour Guide
What's not included
- ✓Gratuities
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Places to sit at each stop are not provided.
This walking tour covers 1.1 miles.
Recommended for ages 13+ due to content.
You may use the restroom at Halcyon Coffee. Let them know you're with the walking tour.
Let Halcyon Coffee know you're there for the tour and receive 10% off your drink order.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Downtown Austin History Walking Tour
Austin is filled with stories of the past, which is what makes it a great city. Instead of exploring the city with your nose in a guidebook, book this engaging historical walking tour. Discover Downtown Austin's rich history and its transformation into a vibrant city. Hear intriguing stories of bold Austinites who shaped Texas' capital, while exploring historic sites and architectural treasures.
Highlights
- ✓Explore alongside an expert guide with extensive knowledge of Austin
- ✓Learn about the Historic 6th Street district and Austin's music scene
- ✓Step inside the Driskill Hotel steeped in history and legend
- ✓Discover the scandalous history of the Victorian-era red light district
What you'll see & do
- ✓In what was once a bustling vice district, we will begin with the origin story of the city of Austin and talk about the old west mentality that built the biggest red light district in the southwest. We do not go inside.
- ✓Famous short story author O. Henry lived here in Austin before he made it big. Outside his home, we will dig up a few tales of his time here in Austin. We do not go inside.
- ✓How did the last survivor of the Alamo end up in Austin? We'll discover this and more outside the home she lived in on 5th St.
- ✓Learn the historic and current significance of Austin's most famous street.
- ✓We'll get to go inside this one! Built in 1886 and sometimes called "the people's hotel", the Driskill is teeming with historical tales of greed, politics, vice, music, celebrities, and more.
What's included
- ✓Tour Guide
What's not included
- ✓Gratuities
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Places to sit at each stop are not provided.
This walking tour covers 1.1 miles.
Recommended for ages 13+ due to content.
You may use the restroom at Halcyon Coffee. Let them know you're with the walking tour.
Let Halcyon Coffee know you're there for the tour and receive 10% off your drink order.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.