Explore Austin & Houston with Self-Guided Audio Driving Tours
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Discover Texas's vibrant cities with the Austin and Houston Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour Bundle. This flexible experience lets you explore at your own pace, uncovering hidden gems and iconic landmarks in both cities. From Houston’s historic bayou area to Austin’s lively downtown, you'll get a deep dive into the stories that make these places special.
Enjoy the convenience of lifetime access to your tour, which works offline and can be used as many times as you like. Just bring your car and phone, and follow the audio guidance to see sights like Houston’s Sam Houston Park, the San Jacinto Monument, and Austin’s Zilker Botanical Garden. It’s a perfect way to make your trip memorable without the hassle of guided tours or fixed schedules.
Designed for all ages and fitness levels, this private tour offers a rich mix of history, culture, and local stories. Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or a repeat visit, this self-guided experience adapts to your timing. Get ready to explore Texas’s most exciting cities on your own terms!
Frequently asked questions
How does the self-guided audio tour work?
After booking, you'll receive instructions to download the Tour Guide App by Action. Enter your unique password, and you can access the tour offline. Simply follow the audio prompts and route to explore Houston and Austin at your own pace.
Can I use the tour multiple times?
Yes! Once purchased, your lifetime access means you can use the tour anytime, on any trip, as often as you like—no expiration date.
Is this tour suitable for all ages and fitness levels?
Absolutely. The tour is designed for everyone, from young children to seniors, and is accessible for all physical fitness levels.
What’s included in the tour?
You get route maps, scenic stops, local stories, and support via chat, email, or phone. All you need is your car and phone—the app guides you step-by-step.
Are attraction entrance fees included?
No, this is a self-guided tour. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rentals are separate. Always check opening hours before visiting specific sites.
Free cancellation
Cancel at least 24 hours before your scheduled start for a full refund.
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Duration 5 hours – 6 hours
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Guided experience
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Key facts
What's included
Included
- Just bring your car and phone; the app guides your tour.
- Support via chat, email, or phone if needed.
- Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.
- Private tour experience for your family, in your own car.
- Lifetime access: use the tour anytime and keep it for future trips.
- Works offline with GPS route guidance and automatic audio stories.
- One purchase covers everyone in your car, not per person.
- Flexible tour: start, stop, and pause anytime during your trip.
- Self-guided audio tour through our easy-to-use mobile app.
- Hidden gems and local stories included along the route.
Not included
- Self-guided tour — no live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.
Itinerary
Explore Houston and Austin with a detailed route featuring over 40 stops and more than 40 audio stories. Highlights include Houston’s Buffalo Bayou, Sam Houston Park, the San Jacinto Monument, Austin’s Zilker Botanical Garden, and many more. The tour is designed to be flexible, allowing you to start, stop, and revisit sites at your own pace.
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Stop 1
Visit Buffalo Bayou Park to see the historic cisterns and learn how Houston repurposed these structures after their original use. The tour covers over 40 miles and includes 40+ audio stories, taking about 2-3 hours.
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Stop 2
Drive past Sam Houston Park, where historic homes showcase Houston’s diverse past—from freed slaves to wealthy merchants.
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Stop 3
Park at City Hall, hear about its construction during the Great Depression, and see statues of Houston’s founders.
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Stop 4
See Pennzoil Place, Houston’s iconic black towers, and learn about their architect and design.
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Stop 5
Drive through Houston’s Historic District, with stories about old buildings, past fires, and celebrity visits.
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Stop 6
Visit the Chase Tower, Texas’s tallest building, with insights into its unique features like an unused helipad.
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Stop 7
Stop at Christ Church Cathedral, Houston’s first congregation, and hear about its history and unique seal.
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Stop 8
See Minute Maid Park, a baseball stadium designed to evoke the Golden Age of baseball.
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Stop 9
Visit Emancipation Park, a historic space for Houston’s Black community, and learn about Juneteenth and local legends.
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Stop 10
Enter Houston’s Museum District, home to diverse museums covering history, science, and art.
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Stop 11
Pass Hermann Park, which features attractions like a zoo with cheetahs and chimps.
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Stop 12
Drive through Rice University, learn about its founder, and hear about a famous senior prank.
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Stop 13
See the Skyspace at Rice University, a pyramid-shaped building with stunning sky views.
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Stop 14
Pass MacGregor Park and hear how Houston’s transit system was revolutionized.
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Stop 15
Spot the bronze statue of Dr. King and learn about his legacy, nearby the African American Culture Museum.
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Stop 16
Drive along the Old Spanish Trail, once spanning from the Atlantic to the Pacific, and learn about Texas’s oil industry and NASA’s history.
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Stop 17
Visit the San Jacinto Monument, a towering tribute to the decisive Texas Revolution battle.
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Stop 18
Explore Discovery Green, a lively downtown park with various attractions.
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Stop 19
See colorful street art and murals in Houston’s industrial structures area.
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Stop 20
Visit the Holocaust Museum Houston, a major educational institution dedicated to remembrance.
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Stop 21
Stop at the Houston Museum of Natural Science, located in Hermann Park.
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Stop 22
Tour the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, one of the largest in the U.S., with a collection spanning over 6,000 years.
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Stop 23
Enjoy hands-on activities at the Children’s Museum, including Bubble Lab and Tot Spot.
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Stop 24
Experience the Twilight Epiphany Skyspace, a stunning light installation by James Turrell, at Rice University.
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Stop 25
Visit The Health Museum, dedicated to health and medical sciences, located in Houston’s Museum District.
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Stop 26
In Austin, explore Zilker Botanical Garden, showcasing native and exotic plants, including a Japanese garden.
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Stop 27
Stop at Pennybacker Bridge Overlook for panoramic views of the Colorado River and the iconic '360 Bridge'.
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Stop 28
Visit Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve, with over 200 acres of protected wilderness and hiking trails.
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Stop 29
Enjoy the lush scenery at Zilker Botanical Garden, featuring native plants and a Japanese garden.
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Stop 30
Relax at Barton Springs Pool, a popular spring-fed swimming spot with additional attractions like a miniature train and community theater.
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Stop 31
See the historic Paramount Theatre, over 100 years old, and learn about its origins in 1915.
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Stop 32
Learn about Austin’s early days as a frontier town and its selection as the Texas capital in 1842.
Meeting point & pickup
Meet at the starting point in downtown Houston.
Begin from Lamar St @ La Branch St, Houston, TX 77010, USA. After booking, check your email for instructions to download the tour app and access your lifetime tour. Follow the setup steps while connected to Wi-Fi or data. Do not wait until you are onsite to start setting up.
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Free cancellation
Cancel at least 24 hours before your scheduled start for a full refund.
- 100% refund if cancelled at least 1 day before
- No refund if cancelled within 24 hours of the start
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Your booking is confirmed immediately after checkout.
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