Willow Park

Swing by the Colorado River through Willow Park

15 minutes

Congress Avenue Bridge Bat Watching (Pass By)

The Congress Avenue Bridge in Austin, Texas is home to the largest urban bat colony in North America, with over 1.5 million Mexican free-tailed bats. Every evening from March to November, the bats emerge from under the bridge to hunt for insects, creating a breathtaking sight as they swirl and soar across the Austin sky. We will pass by the bridge and discuss its importance to the people of Austin

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Food stop to enjoy a another taco or other item of choice

20 minutes

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Food stop to enjoy your final food stop of the tour

20 minutes

Mexic-Arte Museum (Pass By)

The Mexic-Arte Museum is a museum in Austin, Texas that showcases contemporary Mexican, Latino, and Latin American art and culture. Founded in 1984, the museum has a permanent collection of over 1,500 works of art, including paintings, sculptures, photographs, and prints. The museum also hosts a variety of temporary exhibitions, programs, and events that celebrate the rich diversity of Mexican and Latin American art and culture.

Austin Central Library, Austin Public Library (Pass By)

Pass by the Austin Central Library; a six-story public library located in downtown Austin, Texas. It opened in October 2017 and is considered to be one of the most technologically advanced public libraries in the country. The building has won numerous architectural awards for its modern and sustainable design, which includes a rooftop garden, solar panels, and a rainwater collection system. It features a range of amenities, including a makerspace, a technology petting zoo, a cafe, and a rooftop reading garden with stunning views of Lady Bird Lake and downtown Austin. The library also hosts a variety of events, including author readings, musical performances, and film screenings.

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Food stop to enjoy a delicious taco

15 minutes

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Final food stop to enjoy a tasty donut

20 minutes

The Driskill (Pass By)

The Driskill is a historic hotel in Austin, Texas that is known for being one of the most haunted hotels in the city. It was built in 1886 by a wealthy cattle baron and has since served as a hub for politicians, celebrities, and visitors to Austin. Throughout its long history, it has seen a number of tragedies, including suicides and murders, which have led to reports of ghostly sightings and unexplained phenomena. We will pass buy and check it out on the tour.

Willie Nelson Statue (Pass By)

The Willie Nelson statue is a bronze statue located in downtown Austin, Texas. It was erected in 2012 as a tribute to the famous country music artist and Austin local, Willie Nelson. The statue stands at 8 feet tall and depicts Nelson with his signature guitar, Trigger. Willie Nelson is an iconic figure in the music scene and has played a significant role in the development of the "Austin sound." He is also known for his activism and support of numerous charitable causes. The statue serves as a testament to Nelson's contributions to the city's cultural heritage and his impact on the music industry as a whole. It has become a popular destination for tourists and locals alike and is a must-see attraction for any Willie Nelson fan visiting Austin. We will pass buy so people on the tour can take their pic with the legend himself.