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 historic walking tour of Downtown Austin and explore what was once the red light district with a live guide. Learn how Austin has turned into the dynamic city it is today and see historic buildings like the 19th-century Driskill Hotel.
- Gain a better understanding of Austin’s history during this walking tour
- A guide does a great job of storytelling while incorporating the city’s history
- See the historic sights of the city at Guytown, once the red light district
- A short duration time makes it easy to fit into any busy schedule
What To Expect
Dumont’s Down Low Bar
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.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
O. Henry Home & Museum
Famous short story author O. Henry lived here in Austin before he made it big. Outside his home, we will dig up a few questionable tales of his time here in Austin. We do not go inside.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Joseph and Susanna Dickinson Hannig Museum
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.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6th Street
Learn the historic and current significance of Austin’s most famous street.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Driskill
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.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Places to sit at each stop are not provided.
This walking tour covers 1.1 miles.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
Include
Tour Guide
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Gratuities
Max group – 15
