Concordia University Texas – Local Tours

Concordia University Texas is located right outside Austin, the Lone Star State’s capital and an increasingly popular travel destination. With its sunshine, nightlife, great food, and outdoor activities, who wouldn’t want to pay Austin a visit?

When you first arrive, one of the best ways to get to know the city is by taking a guided tour. Luckily, Austin has many to choose from. You’re sure to find one that interests you, so hop on a tour and get a feel for the city before taking off on your own.

Best of Austin Small-Group Guided Tour

To start off your visit to Concordia University Texas, you may want a general overview of Austin. If you’re traveling with a small group of first-timers, the Best of Austin Small-Group Guided Tour is perfect for you. This bucket-list-type tour stops by many main landmarks in Austin, including beautiful parks, local gems, and of course, the Capitol building.

In addition to background information on each landmark, tour guides share fun facts, interesting stories, and local legends. You’ll get the inside scoop of the city from someone who knows it inside and out. The guides can also provide recommendations of things to do and places to eat once your tour is through.

After visiting the main sites, the group heads down to some of the area’s main food trucks to get a snack. This two-hour tour takes place in an air conditioned van, sheltering you from the blazing Texas heat.

Austin in a Nutshell Bike Tour

If it’s not too hot out, another option is the Austin in a Nutshell Bike Tour. Pedal your way through the capital city and visit some of the most picturesque spots in the area, such as Zilker Park and Lady Bird Lake. The 10-mile bike ride will definitely get your heart beating as you make your way around the city. Cycling is one of the best ways to see Austin, so you’ll likely come across plenty of other bike tours during your journey.

Austin in a Nutshell brings you to the main sites as well as unique landmarks like the Congress Avenue Bridge. This bridge houses 1.5 million bats every year as they migrate down to Mexico. If you’re in the area between March and November, you may get a chance to see them! Work up a sweat during your visit to Concordia University Texas by taking the Austin in a Nutshell Bike Tour.

Downtown Austin Adventure: 3-Hour Smartphone Scavenger Hunt

The most immersive and interactive tour in the city involves a huge city-wide scavenger hunt. The Downtown Austin Adventure: 3-Hour Smartphone Scavenger Hunt lets you be your own guide as you venture around, following the clues that pop up on your quest. Your smartphone is your guide; no need to meet with an actual tour guide, as everything is in the palm of your hands.

You can compete against other teams as you race past landmarks like the Capitol building, Driskill Hotel, 6th Street, Frank Hot Dogs, and Lady Bird Lake. Or, go the more relaxed route and take your time exploring downtown Austin, getting the most out of every stop. Bring all your scavenger hunt supplies and set out on an adventure with this three-hour, citywide hunt.

Live Music Crawl with Local Musician

Austin is known as the “Live Music Capital of the World,” as they have more than 250 music venues, hosting performances every night. Music fans can get a behind-the-scenes look by taking the Live Music Crawl with Local Musician. You’ll be visiting three music venues with an industry insider, promising an especially authentic experience.

With this tour, you’ll be surrounded by other music lovers as you skip the cover charges and the lines into clubs all over the city. Your musician guide will share the history of Austin’s music scene, as well as the inside scoop on the latest. From tucked-away dive bars to trendy, new clubs, you’ll experience the diversity of Austin’s music scene. You must be 21 or over to take part in this tour.

City Mural Tour with Food Truck Lunch

Art lovers visiting Concordia University Texas, or anyone looking for the most Instagram-worthy spots, are going to love this next tour. The City Mural Tour with Food Truck Lunch is a three-hour experience that’s sure to provide plenty of photo ops. Austin’s vibrant art community has adorned the city in countless colorful, photogenic murals. Your guide will bring you to the most popular and iconic murals in the city, where you’ll get a real taste for Austin’s art scene.

And, of course, behind each great mural is a great artist! During the tour, you’ll learn all about the creative individuals who brought these amazing pieces to life.

After you’ve been introduced to Austin’s incredible public art, it’s time to take a break at some of Austin’s favorite eateries: food trucks! This tour brings guests to the main food truck area, where they can trade in their free lunch voucher for a delicious meal. Dig in!

Brew and Que Tour

Take part in a classic, Texas experience by going on the Brew and Que Tour. This tour combines three of the main attractions that Austin tourists look for: barbecue, beer, and downtown.

Jump into an open-air electric cart and buzz around the city, starting off at the famous Terry Black’s Barbecue. There the pitmasters have been serving up barbecued meat for four generations. Next, indulge in some ice-cold beer and venture downtown to explore some fantastic craft breweries.

For three hours, you’ll get your fill sampling melt-in-your-mouth meats and local beer. There are many barbecue joints and breweries in Austin, so there’s no shortage of new places to try.

With this in mind, once the Brew and Que Tour is over, you can continue on and enjoy even more food and drinks throughout Austin. There’s so much to see in this city, so you’ll never run out of hot spots to experience during your visit to Concordia University Texas.