Top Experiences in Barton Springs

Enjoy a leisurely Urban / Natural combo bike tour of 7.5 miles to get acquainted with Austin sights like the Congress Ave Bat Bridge, Texas Capitol, Shoal Creek hike-n-bike trail, Pfluger Ped/bike Bridge, Barton Springs and Butler hike-n-bike trail on Lady Bird Lake. We'll start on the lake hike-n-bike, then downtown to the Capitol, and back to hike-n-bike trails to finish. This 2-hour 30 min tour provides the best overview of the city!

Please note- if you can't ride a bicycle, you will not be able to participate in the tour and will be refunded. Safety and respect of other riders in the group are essential.

Our tours are experiences - We are not your average "cookie cutter" type tour. See the heart of Austin through a locals eyes on some of the finest urban bike trails in the country! Stop at some of Austin’s most famous landmarks: Barton Springs, the Stevie Ray Vaughan Statue, the Congress Avenue “Bat Bridge,” and more! You’ll experience the real Austin like you never could on a driving tour! What makes us unique is that we get to go farther and see more on an e-bike! Hills? No problem!!

You are never lost with a local.

This informative, easy 2.5 hour tour of 8 miles with some small hills, makes its way around the lake on the hike-n-bike loop trail, including the boardwalk, Zilker Park, Butler Park, Barton Springs pool and Congress Bat bridge. This tour is a great tour for riders of all ages and skill levels, as it is totally natural, mostly shaded and traffic free. A great way to familiarize your group with the best parks of the downtown Austin area.

Please note- if you can't ride a bicycle, you will not be able to participate in the tour and will be refunded. Safety and respect of other riders in the group are essential.

Skip searching for best things to do in Austin, and let real locals show you the best of the city's rich culture and history, with a little bit of that famous Central Texas Hill Country. This signature Austin tour covers 30 miles, 50+ points of interest, in 90 minutes (1.5 hours) NON-STOP. (Route subject to change due to closures.)

You'll get to see iconic places such as the Texas Capitol, as well important cultural areas like the Six Square District in East Austin. Sit back and relax in the comfort of a Mercedes-Benz sprinter van as you explore the city and head into hill country. Even lifelong Texans can't believe these rolling hills and greenery are in their own state!

Read the What to Expect section below to learn about the places you'll pass by as your Austinite guide gives you anecdotes and ideas for how to enjoy the rest of your trip in this counterculture capital. For those who want to get out and explore, consider the 2.5-hour version of this tour with stops along the way!

Learn about the Bats in Austin on this 2.5 hour bat watching bike tour (2 hours on the bike). It's the largest urban bat colony in the world! This tour takes place during the evening for a leisurely 8 mile ride (a few small hills) around Lady Bird Lake hike-n-bike trail, including Barton Springs, Zilker park, Butler park, the boardwalk and Pfluger bridge, with a stop to view the bats in flight from Congress Ave. bridge after sunset. Tour starts 2 hrs. before sunset. It's a great, unique tour!

Please note- if you can't ride a bicycle, you will not be able to participate in the tour and will be refunded. Safety and respect of other riders in the group are essential.

Two of the best things in Austin….together! This 3 hr tour is perfect for riders of all skill levels. We’ll do 11 miles total on the Lady Bird Lake hike-n-bike trail / downtown Austin bikeway, but not before we detour over to some dang good Texas BBQ! Includes cycling around Barton Springs, Pfluger bike bridge, SRV statue, Congress Ave. Bat bridge, East Austin, downtown and the boardwalk. A very satisfying excursion. We pre-order to skip the line...y'all.

Please note- if you can't ride a bicycle, you will not be able to participate in the tour and will be refunded. Safety and respect of other riders in the group are essential.

If you have a family or are just interested in going on a relaxing cruise around the famous Lady Bird Lake without the hustle and bustle of traffic, then our Peace Love and Zilker tour is just for you! Our knowledgeable guides will show you the sights such as Auditorium Shores, the Stevie Ray Vaughn Statue, The Old Railroad Bridge, Zilker Park, Barton Springs Pool, and much much more! Learn the history of every place we stop and be sure to bring a camera for the many picturesque photo opportunities! This tour is on regular NON-electric hybrid bikes. For Ebike tours, check out our Let it Ride Austin Electric Bike Tour.

Experience Austin from a new perspective with a guided tour. Our guides are professional, helpful and friendly. On this tour you will learn all about the history of Austin, Lady Bird Lake, and Barton Springs. This tour is the best way to experience Austin.

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment!

Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

Experience Austin from beautiful Lady Bird Lake. On this guided tour you will see stunning views of the city, historical Barton Springs, and natural all from the heart of downtown Austin.

The Best of Austin Small Group Tour by See Sight Tours is a truly unique experience that showcases the best that Austin has to offer. With a maximum of only 7 guests per tour, you'll enjoy a personalized and intimate experience that's unmatched by larger tour groups. Our knowledgeable local guide will take you to visit the iconic Texas Capitol and see famous murals that have become symbols of the city. You'll also get to visit Mount Bonnell, one of the highest points in Austin, and enjoy panoramic views of the texas skyline.

One of the most unique aspects of this tour is the surprise food stop, where you'll get to taste some of the delicious local cuisine that Austin is famous for. Whether you're a foodie or just looking for a quick bite, this stop is sure to satisfy your taste buds. With informative commentary and local insights throughout the tour, you'll leave with a deep appreciation for the culture, history, and beauty of Austin.