Backyard smokehouses, authentic two-step dance halls, and hidden spring spots with zero tourist hype. Book a few hours with a real local who shows you their city.
Set your price, show people what makes it yours, and get paid to spend time with visitors. Build your listing in 2 minutes.
"Listen, you think you know Vegas? But you have never seen Vegas with me."
"Golden-era neon, secret mob-era booths, and how to actually play craps like a veteran."
Sidekick Off Script is an open connection directory. Anyone can sign up as a Sidekick. Sidekick Off Script does not conduct criminal background checks or personal evaluations. You are booking an independent local at your own discretion.
"We meet up outside the Flamingo neon plaza, grab a cold drink, and head over to an old-school Rat Pack lounge where longtime locals hang out. No tour guide speeches, zero rush."
✨ Casual & personality-led · No fixed script or canned tour templates"Hang out with me while I film, test gear, and explore my favorite neighborhood corners."
Included with your booking fee — no extra door or entry charges.
Clear limits set by this Sidekick so everyone has a great time.
We walk or use ride-shares. Sidekicks never drive guests in personal vehicles.
Guests cover their own drinks, food, and admission. Zero surprise markups.
Either person can end the outing at any time if uncomfortable.
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Got favorite taco trailers, dive bars, swimming holes, or coffee spots? Visitors want to see the real Austin through your eyes. 2–3 hours, casual vibes, you set your own rate and schedule.
No tour scripts or memorized history. Take visitors to the neighborhood spots you actually hang out at.
Earn $40–$75/hour for your time and company. Get paid directly to your bank 24 hours after each outing.
2 to 3 hours, 1 to 3 guests max. Low-pressure, safe public spots. Never a full-day commitment.
Host on weekends, after work, or whenever it fits your life. You choose which requests to accept.
Takes ~2 minutes. Tell us a bit about yourself and what you like doing in Austin.
Street & Coffee
Natural & Candid
Music & Night
Bright & Outdoor
East Side Patio
Food Trailer Chill
Select the Austin vibes you love (tap to select):
✓ 100% free to join — you never pay anything. Travelers cover the booking fee ($6.75). You keep 100% of your $45.00/guest payout, deposited directly to your bank 24 hours after each outing.
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“Coming to Austin and don’t know anyone? Let’s grab tacos, hit some vintage spots, and grab a cold drink on a patio.”
📍 Austin, TX · East Austin & South Congress
"Super casual, zero pretension. Just like hanging out with a friend who happens to know the best spots in town."
"We'll meet at an East Austin coffee trailer, walk over to my favorite taco truck for fresh flour tortillas, browse a couple of curated vintage and vinyl spots, and finish with a cold drink on a shaded patio."
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