Haunted Austin Walking History Tour
Description
Descend into the cover of darkness in the iconic city of Austin, TX with a nationally acclaimed storyteller. Your expert guide will keep your small group scared and entertained during this 90-minute walking tour with historical tales of murder, mystery and of course, ghosts. In addition, you will explore the little known nooks and crannies of Austin and visit popular attractions like the Driskill Hotel.
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You will explore the little known nooks and crannies of Austin and visit popular attractions like the Driskill Hotel.
All tours stroll this iconic Austin boulevard, rich in history and ghost stories. Not to mention, guests will get a killer view of the Texas Capitol!
Like most theatres in the south, the Paramount Theatre has loads of history and ghost stories. Specifically, the Paramount Theatre provides guests a glimpse of one of the most famous ghost photographs in America.
No Austin tour would be complete without a glimpse of "Dirty Sixth." This must see attraction in Austin provides dozens of opportunities for eats, drinks, and live music, of course, great ghost stories!
Originally the Southwest Telephone and Telegraph Co. (1886), this iconic tavern stands as one of the most haunted taverns in all of America. Walking Tours of Austin is the only tour company that has exclusive access to tour the inside of the interior of the building. Guests will love this stop! Come early and grab a drink before the tour. The Speakeasy is the perfect place to begin and end a ghost tour.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Comfortable shoes are recommended
Reviews(950)
It was a lot of fun! The guide also provides a lot of historical context. It was nice to walk around with a group.
Will was super engaging and knowledgeable. He seems to truly love sharing the history of Austin. Definitely would recommend his tour!
Jude did a great job explaining the history of the city while telling the tails of the dead! Would recommend!
My guide was nice,had spooky stories of her own which added to the experience She was also open to questions also
Great tour either way Jude! It was an easy walking tour for our family (senior, adult, and kids). We go to see and hear about Austin history and some of the interesting ghost stories and tragedies without bringing too much for kids. Jude was a great guide, very knowledgeable and personable. Definitely recommend!
Hi, Marcie! Thank you so much for the fantastic 5-star review! We’re so glad to hear the tour was enjoyable for your whole family—creating an experience that works for all ages is so important to us. It’s great to know you were able to take in Austin’s history, along with some of the ghost stories and tragedies, in a way that was engaging without being too intense for kids. Jude will be thrilled to hear your kind words! He truly does a wonderful job making the tour both informative and personable. We really appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome your family back again soon! Best regards, Walking Tours of Austin
My sister and I enjoyed the tour. Our guide was patient, allowed us to rest and ask questions. She was very accommodating to our last minute change in plans.
Thank you so much for joining us on the Ghost Walk Austin and for taking the time to leave a review! We’re so glad you and your sister enjoyed the tour and that your guide made the experience comfortable, patient, and accommodating—especially with your last-minute change in plans. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to see you again on another tour soon! Best regards, Walking Tours of Austin
Will was extremely knowledgeable & a great story teller! It was a fun experience! Would absolutely recommend!
Hello, Elizabeth! Thank you so much for joining us on the Ghost Walk Austin and for taking the time to leave a review! We’re thrilled to hear Will was extremely knowledgeable and such a great storyteller, and that you had a fun experience with us. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you again on another tour soon! Best regards, Walking Tours of Austin
Arrived at the meeting spot outside the speakeasy and started the tour with Will. He is a fantastic tour guide and tells great stories. I learned alot about Austin's history. Highly recommend
Hi, Carrie! Thank you so much for joining us on the Ghost Walk Austin and for taking the time to leave a review! We’re thrilled to hear Will was a fantastic guide and that you enjoyed learning more about Austin’s history through his storytelling. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you again on another tour soon! Best regards, Walking Tours of Austin
The tour guide was incredibly nice and knowledgeable. Easy walking tour around downtown. It’s a great activity to do before a pub crawl.
Hi, Marisel! Thank you for the great review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the tour and found it both informative and easy to explore on foot. It’s great to hear our guide helped make the experience fun and memorable. Thanks again for joining us, and we hope to see you back in Austin soon. Best regards, Walking Tours of Austin
Such a fun way to learn about the city! Will was an awesome guide and we had so much fun learning about all of the local lore!
Thank you for the great review! We’re so happy to hear you had such a fun time exploring the city with Will. He loves sharing Austin’s unique history and local lore, so it’s wonderful to know that came through during your tour. We truly appreciate you joining us and hope to see you again for another adventure in Austin! Best regards, Walking Tours of Austin
