Walk The Drag: Explore Austin's Iconic Music, Art & Culture
Overview
Explore the rich music culture and history in Austin with a guided walking tour led by local musician Meredith Scottie Welborn. Stroll through The Drag and visit iconic venues while learning about the artists and characters who shaped the city into the Live Music Capital of the World. This engaging tour covers about 1.5 miles and is perfect for both first-time visitors and longtime residents. Gain unique insights into Austin's rich musical heritage and appreciate the stories that resonate within its streets.
- Guided walking tour covering 1.5 miles through Austin's music culture
- Led by local musician and storyteller Meredith Scottie Welborn
- All ages welcome, perfect for music lovers and history buffs alike
What's Included
- Guided walking tour led by a local Austin musician
Meeting Location
2928 Guadalupe St #
Austin, TX 78705, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
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Antone's Record Shop
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The Hole in the Wall
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2538 Guadalupe St
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
West 24th Street & Guadalupe Street
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Austintatious Murals
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
West 21st Street & Guadalupe Street
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Cactus Cafe
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
KUT 90.5 FM (NPR Austin)
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Tweedy's Bar
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours 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).
- Guided walking tour led by a local Austin musician.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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 Walk The Drag: Explore Austin's Iconic Music, Art & Culture is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Walk The Drag: Explore Austin’s Iconic Music, Art & Culture will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. 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
- Guided walking tour led by a local Austin musician
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
