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Our most recommended Austin Family-friendly activities

Austin: 1-Hour Escape Room Adventure

1. Austin: 1-Hour Escape Room Adventure

The concept is simple, but the game is anything but — enter a series of elaborately designed rooms, you and your group must work together to find clues and crack codes to complete your mission. With 5 thrilling adventures to choose from, you may find yourself as a prospector hunting for a lost cache of gold, a spy sent to recover a stolen painting, or a falsely accused prisoner determined to break out of jail. No matter your choice, keep your wits about you and focus; you’ve got one hour to escape. After you and your group have emerged victorious, you’ll be conveniently located in the heart of Austin, so you can celebrate with a bite to eat.

Austin: 1.5-Hour Lady Bird Lake Bike Tour

2. Austin: 1.5-Hour Lady Bird Lake Bike Tour

Escape the hustle and bustle of Austin's tourist hotspots and get off the beaten track as you explore Lady Bird Lake on a bicycle tour. See more of the city in less time, visit famous locations, and enjoy entertaining commentary from your local guide along the way.  Meet your guide at the meeting point, receive your helmet and bike, and set out on your tour. Head down to the famous Barton Springs Pool and Zilker Park area and learn about Austin's largest park and its significance. Then head towards the Stevie Ray Vaughn statue and the Congress Avenue bridge. The itinerary includes sites like the old Mopac railroad bridge, Austin's newest library, the Pfluger pedestrian bridge, and of course the iconic boardwalk for perfect photo opportunities of the Austin skyline. Listen as your guide provides insider tips about life in Austin and gives you informative tidbits about the locations that are on the tour’s itinerary.  

Austin: The Pink Panther City Exploration Game - App Guided

3. Austin: The Pink Panther City Exploration Game - App Guided

The Pink Panther Diamond has been stolen and it's up to you to crack the case! This hilarious and fun Outdoor Adventure will navigate you to the hot spots, highlights, and best parts of the city that we know you'll want to see. You'll discover new places, hidden gems, and little nooks that you might want to return to, all while being entertained by the inimitable Inspector Clouseau, as you practice your detective skills and deduce your way to solving the Case of the Missing Diamond. Your adventure Starts and ends at the famous Blanton Museum of Art where you are welcome to spend some time indulging in their wonderful exhibits. Entry is free on Thursdays, so why not take advantage of it before or after your adventure! You can also soak up the riches of the surrounding museum district before moving on. Throughout your journey you are the star, so you should feel right at home walking through the heart of 2nd Streets fashion district, or at the fancy hotels of the iconic Downtown district. Solve clues by the Colorado river, a legendary live music venue, the State Capitol and much more. Explore until your hearts content. Then, when it's time to move on, press the button and the adventure continues! Whether you journey Solo, with friends or family, you will have the freedom to explore each location at your own pace. If you find a spot that you want to hang out in, no problem. The bounce app will wait until you're ready to move on, whether it’s in an hour or even the next day. Your adventure remains available to you until you complete it, so feel free to take your time. The Pink Panther and the Case of the Missing Diamond is the best way to discover a new destination or even rediscover your hometown. So, get your tickets, jump in the car and explore the city the right way!

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Tanner was the best guide ever. Very sweet and helpful! A great trip 10/10 would recommend.