Lake Austin Sunset Boat Cruise – 1 - Hour Scenic Tour BYOB
The Best Sunset Cruise on Lake Austin! This 1-hour BYOB boat tour offers stunning sunset views while cruising past Mount Bonnell, Pennybacker Bridge, and Austin’s most exclusive waterfront homes. Glide through “Little Venice,” a unique Venetian-style canal lined with multi-million dollar mansions, and see the lake house of Matthew McConaughey (“Alright, Alright, Alright!”).
Unmatched Sunset Views & Live Music – Experience the lake at golden hour, passing Ski Shores Café, where live music enhances the evening ambiance.
BYOB & Bluetooth-Enabled Fun – Bring your favorite drinks, relax in cushioned seating, and play your own music with Bluetooth or AUX connection. A cooler, ice, and water are provided.
Hassle-Free & Fully Captained – Your licensed captain takes care of everything so you can sit back and enjoy this must-do Austin experience, perfect for couples, groups, and first-time visitors!
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Lake Austin Sunset Boat Cruise – 1 - Hour Scenic Tour BYOB
What's included in Lake Austin Sunset Boat Cruise – 1 - Hour Scenic Tour BYOB
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
One of our accredited guides will meet you at Walsh Boat Landing, a historic public dock nestled in the heart of Austin. As you step aboard, your captain will welcome you, and you’ll set off on a relaxing 1-hour journey along Lake Austin.
Mozart’s Coffee Roasters, a beloved waterfront café famous for its holiday light shows and freshly roasted coffee. Your captain will share stories about these Austin icons as we glide past their scenic patios.
As we depart, you’ll cruise past Hula Hut, one of Austin’s most famous lakeside restaurants, known for its vibrant Tiki-style decor and lively atmosphere. This place is just a 2 minute walk from Walsh boat landing.
Inclusions
- Cooler, Water Bottles, Ice
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum drinking age is 21 yrs
- Children 13 and under must be accompanied by an adult
- Boat Travel time is included in the total trip duration.
- Parking is extremely Limited, ride share/uber is highly recommended.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Walsh Boat Landing is located off Lake Austin Blvd. The entrance is at 1600 Scenic Dr, with paid parking available on-site. Look for our boat at the Walsh Landing boat ramp docks—your captain will be there to greet you!
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Ticket Redemption
Please meet the Captain down by the water by the dock. He'll be on a Bentley pontoon boat that says "Austin Rental Boats" on the side of it. Please have your Confirmation email ready. The Captain will check you in when you arrive! The captains will show up right at the pickup time. There are restrooms to use at pickup but not on the boats.
