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Austin Small Group BBQ and Downtown Walking Tour

Get ready to indulge your taste buds on the ultimate BBQ adventure through Austin’s Red River Cultural District! This guided walking tour blends mouthwatering barbecue with a taste of local culture. Savor tender smoked meats and a saucy pulled pork sandwich while discovering iconic neighborhoods like Rainey Street and the Congress Avenue Bridge. It’s the perfect tour for anyone craving authentic Austin.

Key Details
duration
Duration: 2h 30m
guests
Group Size: 10
cancellation
Free cancellation: 100% refund when cancelled at least 24 hours in advance
live tour guide
Live Tour Guide: A guided English tour with convenient round-trip transportation

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Traci
April 8, 2026
See Sight Tours
5/5
Heidi was a great tour guide—very personable and knowledgeable! She definitely enhanced our time in the Niagara Falls area and gave great recommendations for other things to do.
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Katrina
February 10, 2026
See Sight Tours
5/5
Manish was great at communicating with us and was very punctual! He offered a great tour.

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Description

<p>Calling all carnivores - Taste the best BBQ that Austin has to offer on our Austin Red River Street BBQ Food Walking Tour! Not only will you get to sample delicious barbecue, but you will also witness many must-see places throughout The Red River Cultural District. Don’t miss this tasty scenic adventure that will be sure to be the highlight of your stay in Austin! To begin your tour, your local friendly guide will meet you outside of Merit Coffee, 222 West Ave #120, Austin, TX 78701, United States. Starting out, you will walk towards the Willie Nelson statue, passing by the Austin Public Library along the way. From there, you will begin walking through the Rainey Street Historic District. This increasingly popular tucked-away street is dominated by renovated houses turned into bungalow bars. Day or night, you’ll find relaxed bar-goers strolling from bar to food trailer, often with their dogs in tow looking for a drink and bite to eat. Your guide will then lead you toward the Colorado River, where you will see The Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge. The bridge is famous for the world’s largest urban bat colony that resides under it. If you happen to be in Austin between March and October, be sure to also book our Scenic Austin Night Tour as you will get to witness the 1.5 million Mexican (or Brazilian) Free-Tailed Bats take flight from underneath the bridge at dusk! Next, you will head to your first food stop along your tour for an incredible pulled pork sandwich. This saucy handheld snack is sure to impress your taste buds and leave them wanting more! After you’ve finished your sandwich, you’ll need something refreshing to quench your thirst. From here, you will continue toward your next food stop through the Red River Cultural District, which is a creative community providing authentic Austin experiences through diverse local music, art and food for every fan and guest. This culture hub is essential to visit during your time in Austin. Your last, but definitely not least, BBQ stop is the perfect way to top off your tour. You will get the chance to enjoy your choice of an incredibly flavourful smoked meat. Choose from items such as pork, beef brisket, chicken, turkey, and more! These tender slow cooked meats will leave you satisfied at the end of your tour. Book the Austin Red River Street BBQ Food Walking Tour today and make sure you arrive with an empty stomach and ready to be blown away!</p>

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Our Guest Reviews

1512 reviews for this Tour
T
Traci
April 08, 2026
See Sight Tours
5/5
Heidi was a great tour guide—very personable and knowledgeable! She definitely enhanced our time in the Niagara Falls area and gave great recommendations for other things to do.
K
Katrina
February 10, 2026
See Sight Tours
5/5
Manish was great at communicating with us and was very punctual! He offered a great tour.
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Priya
March 22, 2026
See Sight Tours
5/5
Niagara-on-the-Lake at the end was the surprise highlight — we never would have found those wineries on our own. Booked the private version for our parents next month.
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Tomás
March 08, 2026
See Sight Tours
4/5
Great tour, well-paced. The cruise was busy (it always is) but the skip-the-line ticket made all the difference. One star off only because the van air-con struggled on a 30°C day.
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Megan
February 28, 2026
See Sight Tours
5/5
Booked the night before and they accommodated us with a same-day pickup. The Journey Behind the Falls was the moment of the trip. Bring a waterproof phone case!
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Robert
February 15, 2026
See Sight Tours
5/5
Third time on a See Sight tour. Same standard every visit — punctual, friendly, knowledgeable. The Whirlpool Aero Car is the best 10 minutes of any Niagara day.

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