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    Weird Austin City Tour

    Explore Austin lore, live music, local treats, and offbeat stories by van

    4.9 stars• 970 reviews

    Duration

    2.5 hours

    Ideal For

    Up to 13 people

    Includes

    Local musician, food treat, prizes

    Highlights

    Explore the stories, characters, and landmarks behind Austin's "weird" reputation. Ride with a local musician for singalongs, trivia, and a look at the city's lively side.

    • Discover tales of Willie Nelson, bats, breakfast tacos, and Austin history
    • Ride past Sixth Street, the Capitol Building, South Congress, the University of Texas, and the East Side
    • Sing along with a local musician performing classics and original tunes
    • Photograph local street art and the downtown skyline
    • Cross Lady Bird Lake on an optional short walking tour
    • Test your Austin knowledge with trivia games and prizes

    What's Included

    • Local food treat
    • Tour van transportation
    • Local musician
    • Trivia games and prizes

    Important details

    • Ages 13+ only
    • Complete the liability waiver before the tour starts
    • Expect PG-13 adult stories and language
    • Bring your own drinks for the van; hard liquor is not allowed and coolers must be lunchbox-sized
    • Entry may be refused if you appear intoxicated
    • Gratuities for the musician and tour guide are not included

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel up to 48 hours before the tour start for a full refund. Cancellations within 48 hours of the start time are nonrefundable. Public tours require at least 6 guests to operate; if the tour does not operate, you will be notified at least the day before.

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    FAQs

    Each person in your group needs to sign the pre-tour questionnaire and liability waiver before the tour starts.

    Yes. Bring your own drinks in the van, but do not bring hard liquor. Keep coolers lunchbox-sized.

    This is a PG-13 rated experience for ages 13+. Expect some adult humor and risque language.

    Meeting details

    Austin Visitors Center (602 E 4th Street)

    Experience provided by Twisted Texas Tours

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    Review summary

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    Guides like Big Daddy Bacon, Hanna, Lexi, Pip Pickadilly, and Harry seem to be the heartbeat of these Austin bus tours, and reviewers consistently praise them for being knowledgeable, entertaining, and genuinely fun to spend time with. The tours blend live music, local history, food stops, and quirky Austin culture into something that feels distinctly different from a typical city tour. Repeat visitors are common, with some guests returning for their fourth and fifth tours across different themes like the Brunch Bus, Live Music, and Keep Austin Weird options. A handful of reviewers mentioned that certain guides leaned too heavily into personal stories and opinions rather than focusing on the city itself, which is worth knowing if you're hoping for a tightly structured, information-dense experience. The food-focused tours also received mixed feedback on portion sizes, with most finding them satisfying but a few expecting more. That said, the overwhelming majority of guests leave happy, and the seamless booking process and post-tour photo sharing get specific shoutouts as nice touches. If you're looking for a lively, only-in-Austin kind of outing, this one delivers.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    We spent three days in Austin and the Twisted Texas Tour was the most fun we had on a very fun trip! As soon as we got on the colorful bus, we knew we were in for a good time. Pimp, the driver and Lucinda, his sidekick were endlessly entertaining. They were both so funny and knowledgeable and showed us all around the city. Lucinda had her guitar and sang as we drove along. She has a great voice and her songs fit in perfectly, from her originals about Willie Nelson to the booming development in Austin. I can't recommend this tour highly enough! So much laughter. :)

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    Marcia Merrill

    June 19, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    We spent three days in Austin and the Twisted Texas Tour was the most fun we had on a very fun trip! As soon as we got on the colorful bus, we knew we were in for a good time. Pimp, the driver and Lucinda, his sidekick were endlessly entertaining. They were both so funny and knowledgeable and showed us all around the city. Lucinda had her guitar and sang as we drove along. She has a great voice and her songs fit in perfectly, from her originals about Willie Nelson to the booming development in Austin. I can't recommend this tour highly enough! So much laughter. :)

    Photo of Marcia Merrill

    Marcia Merrill

    June 19, 2026

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