Things to do in Austin

Planning questions about Austin

What are the best things to do in Austin?

From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle is the highest ranked experience in Austin, scoring 93 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 1,021 traveler reviews. Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide, The Escape Game: Epic 60-Minute Adventures in Downtown Austin, Austin’s Haunted Ghost & Murder Tour, The Story of Austin: Downtown History Walking Tour round out the top five. Outty ranks 294 bookable experiences in Austin, United States, and 1 of them score 90 or above.

Which attractions should I visit in Austin?

The landmarks with the deepest choice of tours and tickets are Texas Capitol, Driskill Hotel (The Driskill), 6th Street , Congress Avenue Bridge (South Congress Bridge), Lady Bird Lake, Mt. Bonnell. Each has its own page on Outty listing every ranked way to visit, from timed entry tickets to guided and combination tours.

How much do activities in Austin cost?

The median price across everything we rank in Austin is $59 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $7 on Austin: UT Campus Magic Puzzle Adventure. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.

Can I book something in Austin for today?

Yes. 120 of the top 120 experiences we rank in Austin currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.

Is Austin good for families?

Yes. 14 of the experiences we rank in Austin are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.

How many days do you need in Austin?

Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

When is the best time to visit Austin?

March to May and October to November, avoiding the triple-digit summer. Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

Can I cancel a booking in Austin?

118 of the 120 experiences we rank in Austin offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.

How does the Outty Ranking work?

Every experience in Austin gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Austin so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.