Austin Premium Driving Tour with Texas Capitol & Mt. Bonnell
Overview
Begin with a visit to Mount Bonnell, climbing 100 steps to one of the city’s most breathtaking viewpoints, offering panoramic views over the Colorado River and surrounding hill country.
Continue with a scenic drive past Lake Austin, where you’ll take in peaceful waterfront views and learn about the communities that line this beautiful stretch of water.
Cruise through South Congress Avenue, one of the city’s most vibrant districts, before stopping for a photo at the iconic Greetings from Austin Mural.
Enjoy a drive along Congress Avenue, taking in historic architecture and stunning views leading toward the heart of the city.
Your experience concludes with the highlight of the tour: a guided walkthrough of the Texas State Capitol (45–60 minutes). Explore one of the largest state capitol buildings in the U.S.
Relax on the return journey as you’re comfortably dropped off back at your hotel.
What's Included
- Texas State Capitol Building Tour (Admission Included)
- Visit Mount Bonnell for panoramic views over the Colorado River
- Complimentary Hotel pickup and drop-off from Downtown Austin
- A famous Austin Taco (Included in Price)
- Small-group experience (max. 7 guests) with a Local Guide
- Gratuities (optional)
Meeting and Pickup
We offer complimentary hotel pick up and drop off in Downtown Austin. Hotel pickup and drop-off is for downtown Austin hotels only. Central pickup location is Merit Coffee, 222 West Ave #120, Austin, TX 78701, United States.
222 West Ave #
Austin, TX 78701, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Mount Bonnell
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Lake Austin (pass by)
South Congress Avenue (pass by)
Greetings from Austin Mural
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Texas Capitol
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Texas State Capitol Building Tour (Admission Included).
- Visit Mount Bonnell for panoramic views over the Colorado River.
- Complimentary Hotel pickup and drop-off from Downtown Austin.
- A famous Austin Taco (Included in Price).
- Small-group experience (max. 7 guests) with a Local Guide.
- Gratuities (optional).
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Austin Premium Driving Tour with Texas Capitol & Mt. Bonnell is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Austin Premium Driving Tour with Texas Capitol & Mt. Bonnell will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Texas State Capitol Building Tour (Admission Included)
- Visit Mount Bonnell for panoramic views over the Colorado River
- Complimentary Hotel pickup and drop-off from Downtown Austin
- A famous Austin Taco (Included in Price)
- Small-group experience (max. 7 guests) with a Local Guide
- Gratuities (optional)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers
