Overview
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.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
All required equipment (bike and helmet)
Professional guide
Local sales tax
Enjoy a leisurely URBAN/NATURAL combo bike tour of 7 miles to get acquainted with Austin sights
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Children ages 11 and under, private tour required (extra $35 pp)
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
1000 Azie Morton Rd. ATX 78704
Meet in the park in the parking lot
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
Ticket is for ages 12 and up. For ages 11 and under, a private tour add-on of $20 each is recommended, payable on site. Thanks for your cooperation!
What to expect
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Zilker Metropolitan Park
Zilker Metropolitan Park is a recreational area in south Austin, Texas at the juncture of Barton Creek and the Colorado River that comprises over 350 acres of publicly owned land. It is named after its benefactor, Andrew Jackson Zilker, who donated the land to the city in 1917
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Texas State Capitol
Begin your 2-hour bicycle tour of historic downtown Austin by visiting the Texas capitol building. After visiting the capitol, follow your guide to explore downtown. The next stop is Barton Springs. You will also ride around Old West Downtown, hitting the graffiti wall and into Seaholm.
The Texas State Capitol is the capitol building and seat of government of the American state of Texas. Located in downtown Austin, Texas, the structure houses the offices and chambers of the Texas Legislature and of the Governor of Texas. -
Barton Springs Pool
Barton Springs Pool is a recreational outdoor swimming pool that is filled entirely with water from nearby natural springs. It is located on the grounds of Zilker Park in Austin, Texas. The pool exists within the channel of Barton Creek and utilizes water from Main Barton Spring, the fourth largest spring in Texas
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Lady Bird Lake Hike-and-Bike Trail
Austin’s famous urban trail along the lake, the Butler hike-n-bike trail. This multi use trail circles around Lady Bird Lake and includes Austin's new over the water boardwalk. This ride is traffic free (i.e. no cars) and features many shaded areas. The tour distance is approximately 7.5 miles on mostly flat natural/paved services with a few small hills.
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Congress Avenue Bridge Bat Watching
10 min
home of the largest urban bat colony in the world
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Moonlight Towers
5 min
Steel towers from 1895 used as streetlights, an Austin original
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Chicago).
Additional Information
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
FAQs about Check Out Austin: Capitol Bike Tour
Can I cancel Check Out Austin: Capitol Bike Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours 30 min.
Where does it start?
1000 Azie Morton Rd. ATX 78704 Meet in the park in the parking lot
What's included?
- All required equipment (bike and helmet)
- Professional guide
- Local sales tax
- Enjoy a leisurely URBAN/NATURAL combo bike tour of 7 miles to get acquainted with Austin sights
What's not included?
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Children ages 11 and under, private tour required (extra $35 pp)
Which places does it visit?
It visits Zilker Metropolitan Park, Texas State Capitol, Barton Springs Pool, Lady Bird Lake Hike-and-Bike Trail, Congress Avenue Bridge Bat Watching, Moonlight Towers.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Operated by Mike's Bikes and Tours
