Austin Small Group Taco Food Tour

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About this activity

Welcome to the Austin Taco Food Walking Tour, a perfect way to experience the best of Austin in a single afternoon. This tour combines the must-see city attractions with the deliciousness of Austin's taco scene.

As you stroll through the city, you'll discover the hidden gems of Austin, including the iconic Willie Nelson statue, the historic Driskill Hotel, and the Austin Public Library, which is an architectural masterpiece. You'll also get to see the Congress Street Bridge, a truly "eye batting" experience that only Austin can offer.

Next is the taco prowl. Austin is renowned for its amazing taco scene, and this tour is the perfect way to sample some of the best. You'll visit a nice variety of different taco stops, each offering a variety of mouth-watering options, including grilled steak, shrimp macha, pork, grilled chicken, vegetarian, and many more. And for dessert, you'll get to indulge in a delicious doughnut from a local bakery.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 10 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: See Sight Tours USA

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Veracruz All Natural Taco Tasting (Included in Price)
Included: Taquería de Diez Taco Tasting (Included in Price)
Included: One Taco Quesadilla (Included in Price)
Included: Scratch-made Churros From Torchy's (Included in Price)
Included: Small Group Format (Max 10 Guests)

Not included

Not included: Gratuities (Optional)

Itinerary

Stop 1

Passing by

Meet your local guide just outside Merit Coffee, a popular downtown Austin café and the perfect starting point for your food adventure. Centrally located in the heart of the city, this easy-to-find meeting spot puts you right in the middle of Austin’s vibrant culinary scene.
Stop 2

20 min Admission included

Food stop to enjoy a another taco or other item of choice
Stop 3

30 min Admission included

Enjoy a delicious stop at Taqueria Diez, where you’ll get to sample authentic, flavorful tacos made with fresh ingredients and bold local flair. A favorite among Austin locals, this spot is known for its rich, satisfying bites that perfectly capture the city’s vibrant food scene.
Stop 4

15 min Admission included

Food stop to enjoy a delicious taco
Congress Bridge Bat

Passing by

The Congress Avenue Bridge in Austin, Texas is home to the largest urban bat colony in North America, with over 1.5 million Mexican free-tailed bats. Every evening from March to November, the bats emerge from under the bridge to hunt for insects, creating a breathtaking sight as they swirl and soar across the Austin sky. We will pass by the bridge and discuss its importance to the people of Austin
Stop 6

30 min

Indulge your sweet tooth with a stop at Torchy's Tacos, where their famous scratch-made churros deliver the perfect finish to your Austin food adventure. Freshly fried, coated in cinnamon sugar, and served with a rich dipping sauce, these warm, golden bites offer a delicious contrast to the bold, savory tacos you’ll enjoy throughout the tour—rounding out the experience with a true taste of Austin’s “damn good” food scene.