Alex and Eliza are amazing! We got in a bus near a gas station so we were able to load up on drinks…read moreand snacks. They provided us with a cooler for the trip. It took about 4 hours due to the river flow. Was nice to have tour guides to ensure no one was left behind. Highly recommended!

Sean & Nate were GREAT! Awesome, easy transportation to and from the location. They fill your…read morecoolers with whatever you bring to drink and ice they provide, load them on the bus and you're off! Then arrival and ending super easy. Great few hours of floating and drinking with great tour guides that boost you when the river is slow or just hang and chill. Bus can be a party if you make it that way - bring speakers!

We visited Austin for my wife's 40th birthday for 4 days and did the Hipside Peddler as our first…read moreevent with our group. Our party was 20+ and did the East Side Ride and were very pleased with the tour. Pros: Very responsive, professional, drivers Alex and Max were great and fun Cons: Nothing really outside of one of the bikes having an issue, but we still did our tour and had a blast. Highly recommend the Eastside Ride because all 3 places we went to were excellent. Central Machine Works- Make sure you don't bring in any outside drinks or food. The drinks were great but they had an amazing vegetarian pizza that was delicious Lustre Pearl Rainey- This was the second place we went and we had some appetizers and drinks. Unfortunately, we were there for a short time and wish we could have stayed longer because the bartender working there was awesome Last place I don't remember the name and the food was great, but the service was iffy. Overall it was a great tour, but I think we didn't get enough time at the last 2 places because it felt rushed. We ended up having the tour leave us at the last place because we wanted to enjoy it. Going to give them 5 stars even though I felt it's probably more closer to a 4, but the tour guides were awesome and they helped make the decision easier

Hipside Peddler is such a FUN thing to do because it is not every day that we get to ride around…read moreAustin on an electric assisted bar on wheels, while sippin' on an alcoholic beverage that makes you feel a little bit prettier & blasting your favorite music so loud, that you think you're at the club!! ;)) Sounds fun, right?! :)) Trust me, you WILL for sure get points for creativity if you book a tour w/ Hipside Peddler to celebrate a special occasion. We booked the "Eastside tour" w/ Hipside Peddler on Saturday, 11/14/2020 to celebrate my friends 40th birthday & we had so much FUN! This was my 1st time so I had no idea what to expect but I can say that I am so glad that we were able to safely celebrate my friend's milestone birthday during this time of pandemic craziness. Since sharing is caring here are a few of my "Helpful Tips", "FYIs", & "Likes"... FYI: *You will be peddling the same way you would if riding a bike so be mindful of your foot wear & you will be getting a mini workout while peddling. *There are mini fans above each seat that you can turn on, if needed. *The peddle boat driver does have a plexiglass barrier between him & the passengers as a COVID safety precaution & the peddle boat itself is all open w/out any walls. *You can tip your peddling boat driver in cash & via Venmo. *The "Eastside" tour is 2 hours long & we made 3 separate stops at different local bars for 15-20 mins each so you can use the restroom, cool off, take a few pictures w/ your peeps and/or buy a drink while relaxing at each bar. Our awesome peddle boat driver was Matt & he also made a 4th stop at an Italian ice truck. *Each passenger must submit a liability waiver & you can do it electronically. Once your tour has been booked, you will get the waiver emailed to you. Helpful Tip(s): *BEVERAGES~I recommend that you bring your own ice chest already filled w/ ice & beverages (no glass containers are allowed) & there is an open area in the middle of the peddle boat for ice chest storage. *FOOD~only snacks are allowed & I suggest you bring snacks that are easy to munch on since you will be peddling while eating them. ( ex: mini bags of pretzels, individually wrapped cookies) *MUSIC~The peddle boat does have a stereo system that is very loud & has a usb that you can connect your phone to for music. I highly recommend that you create a music playlist of songs that help set the vibe that you're going for. I made a playlist using Spotify of all the songs I wanted to play. Lastly, I just wanted to give a huge shout out to Matt, who was our p.d driver because he really did a GREAT job of explaining "all things peddle boat" :) & putting us at ease so we could fully enjoy ourselves. This was so appreciated because each of us were newbie peddle boat passengers. Stay AWESOME Hipside Peddler & for sure I'll be seeing you again very soon! ~Rebecca out

Great tours, great guides and stops. We have done two tours with them and both were awesome. Trace…read more& Colt both very personable and funny. The ride is fun and not hard. Got to see a lot of the city. Very reasonably priced.

If I could give Adam and Bike and Brews 6 stars, I would!!!…read moreHe was very accommodating and knowledgeable about Austin's history. The tour was great to start the weekend in Austin- Adam had many tips for where to go and how to plan our weekend. He was personal guide for Austin's must-see spots. If you are ever in Austin, we highly recommend going to bike and brews or other tours offered through Adam's company (Austin Bike Tours & Rentals).

I went on my second Twisted Tour this past weekend. I had previously attended the Brunch tour and…read moredecided to experience the Live Music tour this time. You can't go wrong with either option! Hanna and Kate were amazing, and they created a memorable evening for us.

Fun little jaunt on this unique tour, in which a colorfully outfitted (both inside and out) tour…read morebus picked our group up from the hotel, and drove first to one of Austin's most famed BBQ joints and then a cool local brewery. The bus is decked in twinkly lights and party regalia inside, and the best part? There's a full on three piece band crouched up front, instruments and all! The trio (guitar, drums, bass) regaled us with cover tunes and requests all along the way -- I still don't know how the drummer kept his rhythm on a swaying bus --- and a great time was had by all. Along the way a tour guide named Tex shouted out Austin trivia when the band took breaks, keeping us all engaged. If you're in a group that's visiting from out of town, it's not a bad way to check out Austin.

This was a great tour! Jeff is very knowledgeable about the history of beer and the Austin beer…read morescene. He picked some great stops and we enjoyed all of the beer choices. I'd definitely book another City Bre Tour!

Such a great experience! Jeff was a knowledgeable, funny, and fantastic tour guide. Would…read moredefinitely recommend this tour to anyone who enjoys breweries!

Great tour of three local breweries!! Scheduling was easy, pick up location was easy and drinking…read morewas easy! Kenneth was a great tour guide, giving us information about each of the breweries we went to. He also sat with us at each location and it was cool getting to know him. He gave us plenty of notice about when we were leaving and made sure everyone was accounted for before moving on to the next location. Would definitely recommend!

Apparently it's become a tradition that we do a brewery tour when we travel…read more One of the breweries I was told I MUST visit, while in Austin, was Jester King. Searched online for brewery tours that included this and finally decided on Austin Brewery Tours. Almost daily tours, online booking was so easy, and we got a reminder, a couple of days earlier to our tour, via email. Tour starts at noon. Meetup time was 11:30am. At around 11:25am the van was there. Out comes Shane, owner and tour guide. He immediately introduced himself, thanked us for being on time and proceeded to ask us our names and where we were from. Once the other people taking the tour arrived, we were all introduced and in the van we went. During the time we were driving, he would ask us questions to get to know us better, and see the style of beers we liked. He also gave us an intro of each of the breweries we would visit. He made the time driving pass by fast and welcomed all questions we could have. At each of the breweries, he explained the process and what we had included in the price of the tour. At Jester King, they even had a special release and he bought a sample of each (which was not included in the price but he gifted us with it) making sure we had the complete experience. You can tell he enjoys doing these tours and meeting the people. He even took us to Revolution - which was in front of one of the breweries we visited - to try locally made flavored gin. So greateful he allowed us to do this quick stop - this was delicious, and gave me the opportunity to talk more with one of the ladies on the tour, exchanging ideas on recipes with the gin we had just tried. Shane is grate at incorporating everyone in the tour and conversations. He allows you plenty of time to enjoy each brewery and every beer you choose. He is now friends with the staff at each of these breweries, which works on the advantage of everyone in the tour since we got excellent/ friendly service at each stop. Best part of this all, is you meet new people, get to enjoy all the beer you can drink, and don't have to drive. Great way to spend a day in Austin. If looking for a beer tour, look no further, this is it!

Always a good vibe at blue owl! Unique decor and flavors…read morethat never disappoint! Service is always on point! Came in and tried the chocolate dapper devil- which is seasonal & a neat twist to the regular dapper devil that comes out around this time, yearly! The chocolate was very faint and the combo was enjoyable! There are other options if sours aren't your thing- including non alcoholic options! 10/10 recommend checking them out!

Nice small bar in the area. Most of the building space is the brewery and storage probably…read more It's rare to find a place that offers beers for less than $3 each. They had a crawl fish boil event here. Service was good.

It was a great way to see the city up close and personal. My tour guide was the best.read more

My bestie & I booked this tour for the two of us, and it was the PERFECT first night in Austin!…read moreDiana is so knowledgeable, and sociable, and made our evening effortless to enjoy. We loved our food so much we went back to one of the restaurants again before leaving the city! Don't hesitate to book, you will not be disappointed!

Talk about amazing! Do not skip this ride! James is the know…read moreall beer guru of the atx and will guide you throughout the entire tour. Great time for a celebration or even a just because tour. Pricing is a great value, roomy clean bus. Definitely a must do tour in Austin!!!!

We booked James for a bachelorette party and he exceeded all expectations! This is THE brewery tour…read moreservice to book. He went above and beyond and put thought into all the "details"! Water and snacks on the bus, food at the first stop, pictures at each stop, fun facts and knowledge + recommendations for each stop. 10/10 experience and service. Thank you James for making our day amazing!

The Quintessential Texas Hill Country Day Out!…read more If you're looking for the perfect blend of Texas hospitality, smoky BBQ, and scenic vineyard views, look no further than the Austin Detours Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle. I recently took this tour in February, and it was the highlight of my weekend (as I'm a local). Whether you are a local hosting out-of-towners or looking for a professional team-building outing, Austin Detours provides a seamless, stress-free way to experience the best of Central Texas. 5/5 recommend! Our day started at the Austin Visitor Center where we met our driver, Luke, who was fantastic throughout the trip. We hopped into a comfortable Mercedes Sprinter van for a smooth 40-minute drive out to the hills. One of the best parts of these tours is the people you meet. Our group included travelers from Ontario and Brazil, and it was wonderful swapping stories about their first impressions of Texas while we cruised toward our first stop. We started strong at this legendary BBQ spot - The Salt Lick. After placing our orders for some of that famous fall-off-the-bone brisket, we took a quick walk over to Salt Lick Cellars to grab some wine. Pro tip: Salt Lick is BYO, so being able to grab a bottle right there to pair with the BBQ is a game changer. Next up was Driftwood Estate Winery which was pure relaxation. We grabbed a bottle, found a spot under a massive oak tree, and just took in the incredible Hill Country views. Our new international friends joined us after their tasting, and the conversation was just as good as the wine. Our final stop at Fall Creek Vineyards was originally meant for a formal tasting, but the interior was buzzing and a bit loud. Since the Texas weather was doing us a massive favor -- sunny and nearly 80°F in February! -- the group opted to buy a few bottles and head outside to the fire pit. It was the perfect way to wind down. The drive back to the Austin Visitor Center flew by. We were all chatting, sharing snacks, and enjoying a final beverage in the van. A few things to keep in mind: The $69 price is for the expert guide and transport. You'll want to budget about $35 for BBQ and $10-$25+ for wine tastings/bottles. The Vibe was incredibly flexible. Whether you want to do a formal tasting or just split a bottle by a firepit with new friends, the pace is up to you.

A must when visiting Austin. This tour was truly delightful but amazingly informative! Joey Z was…read moreour tour guide and he is absolutely fantastic! The perfect personality for the job. We were all quite impressed by his knowledge of the city and the experience he provided us.