Discover Austin's Black History on a Walking Tour

Black Austin Tours is a cultural tour company based in Austin, Texas that designs guided experiences centered on African American history, music, and community life. The company offers multiple walking and river tours that explore local Black heritage and contemporary culture across downtown and East Austin. Signature experiences include the Roll Colorado Roll River Tour by Black Austin Tours & Rowing Dock, led by Javier Wallace, which traces the Colorado River’s role in self-emancipation, recreation, and the 1960s swim-ins; the Taste & Sounds of the Chitlin Circuit: East Austin Music & Food Experience, which highlights East Austin’s music venues, food traditions, and visits to the George Washington Carver Museum; the Downtown’s Black History Walk, examining the Texas State Capitol’s construction and the histories of convict-leasing and cotton; and the East Austin Black History Walk, which visits the African-American Cultural & Heritage Facility, the George Washington Carver Complex, and local Black-owned businesses. Tours combine documentary storytelling, site-specific interpretation, and community context to provide historically grounded perspectives. Guides draw on documented local history and public sites to present evidence-based narratives. Public schedules and tour descriptions are available through the company’s booking channels and partner listings. Black Austin Tours has been featured on The Adventure Collective, providing additional verification of its public programming and relevance to travelers seeking culturally focused experiences in Austin. Programs serve visitors and local residents interested in history and culture. Tours engage community spaces, museums, and historic sites across Austin neighborhoods, offering context that connects landmarks to broader African American histories and community life.