What to do and see in Austin, Texas (TX): The Best Hidden Gems Things to do

October 12, 2021 Florencio Paulino

Every year thousands of hipsters, groupies, and die-hard fans flock to Austin for the annual South by Southwest festival, which has catapulted the Texas city up the must-visit charts for many travelers. The sandstone Capitol building is symbolic of the Lone Star State’s "bigger is better" mentality, featuring a gorgeous whispering gallery rotunda and 22 acres of grounds. Cool off with a dip in Barton Springs, a huge natural limestone pool that’s fed by underground sources.
Restaurants in Austin

1. Austin Eats Food Tours

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5.0 based on 427 reviews

Austin Eats Food Tours

"Experience quintessential Austin via your taste buds in 3 hours!"We invite you to join us for one of our public/private/corporate food tours, each approximately 3 hours in length and sampling 4-6 local eateries. We'll indulge in the tastiest local eats from chef inspired dishes, to juicy burgers to decadent sweets; and share lots of Austin lore along the way.

2. Haunted ATX Hearse Tours

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5.0 based on 241 reviews

Haunted ATX Hearse Tours

Austin’s premiere mobile Haunted Tour and Hearse Limousine service. Business Founder Christopher English created Haunted ATX in the Spring of 2010. Recognizing that Austin,TX had a flair for the eccentric and may be considered a little weird, Mr. English decided to do his part by keeping Austin scary.

3. BikeTexas Tours

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5.0 based on 846 reviews

BikeTexas Tours

BikeTexas have been doing tours since 2009. And now Rocket Electrics who have been doing tours for the last 9 years, also lives on through BikeTexas Tours! There is no better way to see and experience Austin's culture, food and history, than on an eBike. No more sweating while riding up hills! Let us show you all that Austin has to offer!

4. Austin Detours

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5.0 based on 2,452 reviews

Austin Detours

Handcrafted Austin Experiences for locals and visitors. Check out the arts and music scenes, visit architectural delights, learn about organic gardening, discover urban winemaking, chow down on Texas bbq, tour the UT campus, freshen your wardrobe, take a two-step lesson, improve your golf, go crafting and much more! Public and private detours available. We explore the best of Austin!

5. Bike and Brew ATX

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5.0 based on 297 reviews

Bike and Brew ATX

Bike and Brew ATX is Austin's premier city and brewery tour. Tours offer visitors their very own custom bicycle and a unique way to experience the sights and sound of the city; as well as the finest breweries.

6. Lone Star Kayak Tour and and PaddleBoard Tours

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5.0 based on 63 reviews

Lone Star Kayak Tour and and PaddleBoard Tours

Kayak Tours of Congress Bridge Bats and the San Marcos River. Tours last about 2.5 hours on the water and budge for about 3.5 to 4 hours total to sign waiver, get lesson and take photos. A great way to get on the water and cool off or get a little exercise and explore the local water ways. Guides, sit-on-top kayaks and all gear are provided. Just bring your smile.

7. Walking Tours of Austin

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Walking Tours of Austin

Experience the wonder of downtown Austin on foot by morning or night. At Walking Tours of Austin, our tour guides are more than just informative, they are expert storytellers who are personable, approachable and, well, just plain fun! Reserve your spot today for our Morning Walk, or for the adventurous, our Ghost Walk!

8. Esther's Follies

525 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78701-3741 +1 512-320-0198 http://www.esthersfollies.com
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5.0 based on 1,030 reviews

Esther's Follies

Reviewed By markrU8134WB - Francis Creek, United States

This is about an hour and a half show. I guarantee you will be laughing from the beginning to the end. Magician is also very entertaining and does a amazing job we sat right in the front row get there early. We could never figure out how he was doing the magic. All I can say is awesome show. You will not be disappointed.

9. Live Love Paddle

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5.0 based on 470 reviews

Live Love Paddle

Live Love Paddle offers nightly guided kayak tours to watch the Congress Ave Bridge Bats in Austin, Texas. Live Love Paddle also offers daily rentals of stand-up paddleboards, kayaks and canoes on Lady Bird Lake. The Urban Kayak Tour is a daytime tour offered year round! We have secure lockers, real restrooms, accept credit cards and have free parking on-site!

10. Austin Panic Room

1205 Rio Grande St, Austin, TX 78701-1709 +1 512-920-2845 [email protected] http://www.texaspanicroom.com/austin
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5.0 based on 1,020 reviews

Austin Panic Room

Come experience the finest escape room entertainment where your puzzle solving skills will be tested to the max and teamwork is forged by a common goal: TO ESCAPE THE ROOM! Austin Panic Room offers an unique opportunity for adults of all ages to enjoy a logical challenge in a team setting. So grab 4-8 friends, sign up for a time slot, and see if you can solve the puzzles and escape the room!

Reviewed By Georgiakae31 - Killeen, United States

This was so amazingly fun. We enjoyed many laughs and funny moments with Walter. He was a thoughtful and kind leader who helped the entire group feel comfortable in enjoying the Escape Room experience. We escaped with 57 seconds to spare and it was so much fun. My sister who has competed in several escape rooms was so happy and pleased with her experience. Our group ranged in no escape room experience all the way to experienced escape artists. Words do not do the experience justice. You have to go experience it for yourself.

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