Historic Austin Tours app for iPhone and iPad


4.2 ( 7362 ratings )
Travel Reference
Developer: Preservation Austin
Free
Current version: 1.2, last update: 7 years ago
First release : 04 Jan 2013
App size: 18.88 Mb

Experience the rich history of Austin, Texas with this unique, self-guided walking tour of Congress Avenue, East Sixth Street, and the residential Old West Austin neighborhood. These areas feature some of Austin’s most iconic buildings, including the Texas Capitol, the Texas Governor’s Mansion, and the Driskill Hotel. Each tour includes a map, audio descriptions, and current and historic photos of the sites. Many of the buildings featured on the tours are federal, state and local landmarks. Congress Avenue and East Sixth Street are in the heart of downtown Austin, while OldWest Austin is located just beyond. All of the tour sites are accessible byfoot. For visitors and residents alike, it is a rich tool to experience Austin’s architectural gems and unique heritage.