Whether he is two-stepping at White Horse or leading a bachelorette party around town on an Ultimate Scavenger Hunt, one thing is for certain: Kurt knows how to keep folks entertained! He often uses his musical talent along our tours, and is…

A street art tour in Philadelphia? Where do we even begin? The word street art in Philadelphia is pretty loaded, just because of how many different styles and pieces the city boasts. Everything from sculptures like their world famous…

On the beer lovers’ bucket list tour of the world, Munich ranks high. The city is packed with beer gardens and halls that not only offer something tasty to quench your thirst, but an amazing cultural experience. There is no better way to guide…

Welcome to the Austin Detours team, Ike! Ike started with us about three months ago, and we are so happy to have his positive energy on our team. Ike has an acronym for his name that is a mantra he lives by daily: Imagine Kindness Everywhere.…

Doing SXSW without a badge (free, or mostly free) is very possible and even enjoyable. No need to spend a fortune on a pass. Going badge-less means attending day parties, so set your alarm clock. You'll be burning the candle at both ends this…

With the holidays on the horizon, glimmering like a beacon of hope, with promise of time off and minimal worries about work, it can be hard to keep morale up in the office when everyone's minds are set on family festivities. That's why incorporating…

Austinites don't need a reason to realize how great a city we live in. Great Food. Amazing Craft Beer. Endless Watering Holes. A Thriving Arts Scene. Sun Almost Every Day. Good Music. Need I go on... But it sure is nice to hear what…

Summer is upon us Austin! If you’re anything like us - a plunge into cold water is ideal after a day of touring Austin in over 100-degree heat. We love Barton Springs, but it’s not the only cool place to hang out this summer. Check out five…

Consider Austin a blank canvas or even an ever-changing masterpiece. Though the humble street artists that paint the city would never admit to the latter, that’s how we think of their work and something we’re very proud to show off on all…

If military history is your thing, the Texas Military Forces Museum, tucked away deep inside the active Camp Mabry, is a great way to pass a few hours. Located a few miles north of downtown and just off of Mopac, the museum houses a bunch…

Austin architecture is as diverse and eclectic as the city’s art and music, and in this blog we look at three examples that are sure to catch the eye of first-time visitors. Bring a camera with a full battery and an empty memory card,…

Austin’s live music scene has been going strong since the German beer hall days of the 1870’s. In fact, the oldest continuously operated business west of the Mississippi is Sholtz Garten on San Jacinto Boulevard. General Custer used…

As far as hidden gems go, Mayfield Park is a whopping 10 carat diamond, tucked away at 3505 W 35th Street just a short drive from downtown. If you’re looking for a peaceful retreat where you can escape the city bustle and surround yourself…

Austin’s Bergstrom International Airport provides a convenient and hassle-free gateway to our awesome city. You can be kickin’ back on 6th Street, exploring SOCO, or taking in a live music show within a half hour of arriving at the gate.…

We’ve recently run several awesome Austin bachelorette party events for groups of lovely ladies from Chicago, New York, Green Bay, Dallas, Miami, San Antonio and, of course, our beloved Austin! Austin has so many cool activities for…

We recently took care of 60 great folks from Gamesa, a division of Pepsi, while they were holding a team event in Austin. Gamesa is a major producer of cookies and exports its goodies to more than 16 countries worldwide. We just knew the…

We recently handcrafted an awesome corporate offsite for our friends at ING, the international bank. We visited three of our favorite Austin venues - Takoba, Hops & Grain, and Gourdough's - and mixed in some unique fun activities to make…

We recently ran a super-fun live music crawl where we took guests on a tour of some of the best live music venues Austin has to offer. We started with outdoor eats and drinks at one the East Side's awesome food trailer parks, before heading…

We recently tailored a unique BBQ-themed private detour for two overseas clients stopping over in Austin as part of a summer-long adventure around the US. They wanted to combine our BBQ & Brew and Boot Stompin’ detours, so we handcrafted…

We really like what Ross and Cooper are doing at The Austin Winery. We love wine but often feel intimated at some of the fancier upscale wine bars in town. That’s not to say The Austin Winery is shabby – far from it – but the atmosphere…