Free Historic Architecture Tour of Downtown Austin
Overview
Around Capitol Square, you’ll see everything from 1850s limestone government buildings to the more ambitious designs of the early 1900s. A few blocks away on quiet residential streets, Victorian homes and early neighborhoods hide where most visitors never explore. We also visit the commercial district, where old storefronts and modern towers sit side-by-side, and you can read the city’s changing identity in the architecture.
The route is about 1.5 miles and takes roughly 2 hours. It’s a steady, active pace and not wheelchair or stroller accessible, so please keep that in mind before booking.
This activity includes:
- Texas Capitol
- Local Guide
On arrival
Our activity begins inside the Austin Visitor's Center on 5th Street. You should wait for your guide in the waiting area with blue couches and chairs at the front of the Visitor's Center. Your guide will find you there. If at any point you feel uncertain, you may ask any employee of the visitor's center to point out your guide to you.
Things to note
You may use the restroom inside the Austin Visitor's Center. There is also a souvenir shop and coffee shop with snacks. Parking is metered street parking on most roads in downtown Austin. It is advised to give yourself 20 extra minutes to park and get situated.
Free Cancellation
You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.
