things to do in Austin, TX

Book a private roofless party bus and cruise Austin in 2 hours

Slide, swim, and relax on a captain-led Lake Travis pontoon

Captain-led Lake Travis time with a rooftop deck and waterslide

Build eFoil skills with expert guidance on Lake Austin

Test a LIND electric surfboard with riding gear provided

Paddle a fully transparent single kayak on Lake Austin

Rent a transparent paddleboard and see below the surface on Lake Austin

Create a floating picnic on Lake Austin with your dog along for the ride

Paddle Lake Austin together in a clear kayak

Keep lake time simple with a dog-friendly donut boat rental

Mix watersports and lakeside stops on a captain-led boat outing

Explore production areas, exhibits, and the craft behind films and television

Explore cave formations and Ice Age fossils on a guided underground walk

Unearth gemstones, fossils, and arrowheads to identify at your own pace

Take in elevated views before speeding back at up to 33 mph

Stargaze with local astronomers and high-quality telescopes at a dark sky location

Explore a lush canyon and grotto on a naturalist-led 1.5–2 hour hike

Ease into paddling on a beginner-friendly river trail

Take a guided morning trail riding lesson on a private Austin ranch

Practice archery, tomahawk, and knife throwing with an instructor in 1 hour

Uncover cursed artifacts and complete the Binding Ritual

Smash 15 Breakables in a Staff-Supervised Rage Room

Fling Paint and Take Home an 8x10 Canvas

Leave the driving behind for sausage, beer, and polka at Wurstfest