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Austin City Limits Guided Backstage Tour at The Moody Theater

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About This Tour in Austin

The all-new ACL Live Tour experience offers an immersive journey into the legendary Austin City Limits TV series and award-winning music venue. The tour begins with a captivating short film showcasing iconic performances from the longest-running music show in television history. Highlights of the ACL Live Tour include: • Interactive Timeline: Explore 50 seasons of unforgettable performances, complete with behind-the-scenes stories from series producers. • Extensive Photo Galleries: View the work of photographers Scott Newton and Alison Narro, capturing artists from both the TV series and the ACL Live stage. • Original ACL TV Stage Access: Step onto the original ACL TV stage and snap a photo where nearly 1,000 acts—starting with Willie Nelson in 1974—have performed. • Behind-the-Scenes Exploration: Gain exclusive access to rockstar green rooms, backstage areas, and the inner workings of Austin’s award-winning music venue.

Why Visit Austin?

Austin, USA offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Austin provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Austin

You can reach Austin, USA by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. From the airport, you can take a taxi, rideshare service (Uber, Lyft), or public transportation to reach the city center. Many hotels also offer shuttle services, and rental cars are widely available for exploring the area.

What's Included

Guided Backstage Tour of Austin City Limits at The Moody Theater (When Available)
Step onto the original ACL TV stage where many acts—starting with Willie Nelson in 1974—performed
Intro short film showcasing iconic performances from the longest-running music show in tv history
Exclusive access to rockstar green rooms and backstage areas in Austin’s award-winning music venue

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Photo Gallery

Step into history with a Photo Experience on some of the Original Studio 6A Stage.

Willie Nelson's "World Famous" smoking lounge.

Step into history a Photo Experience on some of the Original Studio 6A Stage.

Austin City Limits "Poster Lounge" located backstage. Austin City Limits poster art spanning over 15 years.

Artist Green Room, "Please, no Green M&M's!"

The day Willie Nelson's statue was dedicated, on 4/20, at 4:20 in the afternoon, Willie did a tribute to Johnny Cash. This mural hangs backstage.

Who's done the most Austin City Limits tapings, Willie, of course.

The Austin City Limits stage is show ready.

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting Point

Discover Austin’s famed live music venue like never before and go behind the scenes of the legendary Austin City Limits, celebrating 50 years of music, on the all-new ACL Live daytime tour experience

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cancellation policy?

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