Austin/ Health & Lifestyle
Published on December 20, 2019
On a budget? Check out the top things to do deals in AustinPhoto: Fred Astaire Dance Studios/Groupon

In the market to save some money on things to do in Austin? Whether you're a born bargain-hunter or just looking to find a great option near you, we've got a list of the top things to do deals around, courtesy of Groupon.

Trending deals

These deals are the most popular in the Austin area (and their trending status means they could sell out quickly).

Up to 28% off axe throwing session at Class Axe

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Class Axe, located at 2632 Ridgepoint Drive, is offering a recurring deal that was first introduced on May 10, 2019, and is trending now among Austin denizens.

According to its Groupon page, Class Axe is a spot where "guests can have fun with family or friends, mastering the art of hurling an axe with the help of an experienced instructor."

There are four price options for this deal, ranging from $23.50 to $129.55, with a discount of at least 21%. Incidentally, the low-end option is cheaper than 52% of the things to do deals currently available.

Want to check it out? Find the deal here.

Up to 67% off watersports equipment rental at Texas Rowing Center

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Texas Rowing Center, located at 1541 W. Cesar Chavez St. in Old West Austin, is offering a recurring deal that was first introduced on Feb. 3, 2015, and has trended in Austin within the last six months.

According to its Groupon page, Texas Rowing Center on the edge of Lady Bird Lake "outfits patrons with rental kayaks, SUPs and canoes."

There are three price options for this deal, ranging from $17 to $66, with a discount of at least 67%. It's worth noting that the low-end option is cheaper than 67% of the things to do deals currently available.

Find the deal here.

Up to 59% off dance lessons at Dance With Me 1

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Dance With Me 1, located at 11600 Rock Rose Ave. Suite 110 in North Burnett, is offering a recurring deal that was first introduced on Jan. 5, 2014, and has trended in Austin within the last six months.

According to its Groupon page, Dance With Me 1 specializes in classes like "ballroom, Latin and weddings, as well as [offering] private lessons and group classes in contemporary, ballet and more."

There are two price options for this deal, ranging from $57 to $82, with a discount of up to 59%. Incidentally, the low-end option is cheaper than 14% of the other things to do deals available.

Intrigued? Find the deal here.

Up to 72% off watercraft rentals from Rowing Dock

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Rowing Dock, located at 2418 Stratford Drive, is offering a recurring deal that was first introduced on Sept. 6, 2016, and has trended in Austin within the last six months.

According to its Groupon page, Rowing Dock provides  "stand up paddleboards, kayaks, and canoes [for touring] Lady Bird Lake, which offers views of cliffs, native birds and Austin’s skyline."

There are two price options for this deal, ranging from $14 to $30, with a discount of up to 72%. Incidentally, the low-end option is cheaper than 81% of Austin's available things to do deals.

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Best-value deals

Looking for the biggest savings possible? Read on for the cheapest and highest-value things to do deals in the city.

(Psst: If you're looking for even cheaper deals, Pflugerville has the cheapest deals in your metro area, with prices $32 cheaper on average than those in Austin. Austin boasts the most average money saved on things to do deals in your metro area.)

Up to 86% off at Fred Astaire Dance Studios

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Fred Astaire Dance Studios has a deal that gives good value for the money. There are two price options for this deal, ranging from $32.72 to $70.12, with a discount of up to 86%.

The lower-end option is $28 less than the average price of the deals currently available. The highest-value deal will save you $431.

According to its Groupon page, Fred Astaire Dance Studios' "experienced instructors lead dancers through private, personalized lessons, while optional dance parties let them strut their stuff."

Head over to 815 W. 47th St. Suite 101 in Triangle State to redeem the deal.

Check out the deal here.

Up to 83% off at Fred Astaire Dance Studios- Austin

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Fred Astaire Dance Studios- Austin has a deal that's sure to make your wallet happy. There are two price options for this deal, ranging from $42 to $90, with a discount of up to 83%.

The least expensive offer costs $19 less than the average of the deals currently available. The highest-value deal saves you $210.

According to its Groupon page, Fred Astaire Dance Studios "train students with a curriculum that breaks social dances down into easily combined components."

Pop in at 815 W. 47th St. Suite 101 in Triangle State to redeem the deal.

Tempted? Find the deal here.

Up to 70% off driving experience from Dream Drive Exotics

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Dream Drive Exotics has a deal that's sure to make your wallet happy. There are four price options for this deal, ranging from $59 to $159, with a discount of up to 70%.

The lower-end offer costs $2 less than the average price of the things to do deals currently available. The highest-value deal would save you $190.

According to its Groupon page, Dream Drive Exotics offers a autocross experience where "exotic car enthusiasts test their driving skills on a track filled with twists and turns."

Make your way to 2901 S. Capital of Texas Highway to redeem the deal.

Want to learn more? Score the deal here.


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