Austin Murder Walk
Beschrijving
Verkozen door de Austin Chronicle 2022 Critic's Choice tot 'Best Nightlife Activity'. In het jaar 1885 stalkte Amerika's eerste seriemoordenaar de straten en steegjes van de jonge, opkomende stad Austin. Angstaanjagender dan welk spookverhaal dan ook, dit monster hakte brutaal en systematisch acht vrouwen dood met een bijl. Een kalenderjaar lang joeg hij een stad angst aan en werd bekend als de "middernachtmoordenaar". Hij is nooit gevangen genomen en zijn identiteit blijft een mysterie of niet...? Deze tour is onze langste met 1 uur en 45 minuten en beslaat 3,2 km door het historische Austin, inclusief West 6th Street, Guy Town, het Warehouse District en een drankje in het iconische Driskill Hotel. Het tempo is rustig en naast een drinkstop bij de Driskill (drankjes niet inbegrepen) zijn er onderweg korte rustpauzes. Ga met ons mee op deze uitzonderlijke wandeltocht over echte misdaad en onderzoek de exacte misdaadlocaties en de verschillende theorieën rond de middernachtmoordenaar. Het is een "killer" -tour.
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Reisroute
Onze deskundige gidsen zullen in detail uitleggen hoe het iconische Driskill Hotel past in het verhaal van de "Servant Girl Annihilator". Gebouwd in het jaar van de moorden, 1885, kunt u een rondleiding krijgen door de lobby van dit prachtige hotel en het indrukwekkende portret bekijken van de maker, kolonel William "Jessie" Driskill. (Deze halte is onderhevig aan de regels en openingstijden van de Driskill en is de meeste, maar niet elke avond beschikbaar. Alle rondleidingen zullen dit prachtige hotel echter van dichtbij zien en meer te weten komen over de geschiedenis ervan.)
Onze deskundige waargebeurde verhalenvertellers begeleiden uw groep door delen van het historische 6th Street-district in het centrum van Austin. Zie hoe 6th street tot leven komt terwijl je oude foto's bekijkt van hoe de straat eruitzag tijdens de moorden in 1885.
De Speakeasy Tavern op 412 Congress Avenue is een cruciale stop om een van de mogelijke verdachten van de moorden op dienstmeisjes te begrijpen. Onze deskundige gidsen zullen je naar binnen begeleiden en uitleggen hoe deze locatie weeft in het tapijt van dit ware misdaadmysterie. Terwijl je in de Speakeasy bent, heb je de mogelijkheid om een drankje van de bar te pakken en te genieten van de geschiedenis van de taverne. (Drankjes niet inbegrepen)
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Belangrijke informatie
- Hulpdieren toegestaan
- Opties voor openbaar vervoer zijn in de buurt aanwezig
- Geschikt voor alle condities
- Niet aanbevolen voor kinderen jonger dan 13 jaar.
Beoordelingen(337)
The tour was excellent, we learned a lot of things on the history of Austin as well as enjoyed a good story telling about the midnight assassin.
Our tour guide Will was amazingly knowledgeable and interesting. But be ready to walk and keep up! We had a group who showed up late, could not keep up, and would not read the room that they were repeatedly delaying the entire experience. A super interesting (and appropriately timed) two hour tour took three hours because of them. Our tour guide accommodated to the detriment of all other participants. If you cannot show up on time and walk 2 miles at a reasonable pace in the Austin heat, choose another tour so as to not negatively impact those who can.
Jude was fantastic. It was super interesting and he was a great story teller
Great trip. Captain Max was friendly, easygoing and knowledgeable. Great weather, pretty sunset but also saw a lot of birds as well as the gorgeous homes around the lake. Would definitely book again.
Tyler was amazing! He had us trying to figure out who the murderer was the entire time.
Tyler did a great job and I really enjoyed learning about Austin history through the context of this murder spree in 1885.
Jude was an excellent tour guide! I enjoyed listening to his English accent as he led us through the eight murders that took place in Austin in the late 1800s. He took us through the chronology of events, describing the scene and events in detail, yet without being unnecessarily graphic. He explained several different theories related to the killer’s identity and why he was never caught. Even though the weather wasn’t cooperative or pleasant, Jude made the evening both interesting and enjoyable. Highly recommend!
Thank you so much for joining us on Murder Walk Austin and for taking the time to leave such a detailed review! We’re thrilled to hear Jude made the tour so engaging and that you enjoyed his storytelling, historical detail, and thoughtful approach to the cases. We’re also glad he was able to keep the experience enjoyable despite the weather not cooperating—our guides always do their best to make the night memorable no matter what. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you again on another tour soon! Best regards, Walking Tours of Austin
Tyler was so well-versed in the history of what happened here in Austin in the 1880s and he was very animated in his presentation. We got hit with pop up thunderstorms and a little wet but Tyler looked for places to stay as dry as possible and made the tour work even in the rain.
Thank you so much for joining us on Murder Walk Austin and for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review! We’re thrilled to hear Tyler was so knowledgeable and engaging, and that he brought Austin’s 1880s history to life in such an animated way. We’re especially glad to hear he handled the pop-up thunderstorms so well and made sure the group stayed as comfortable and dry as possible while keeping the tour going smoothly. We truly appreciate your support and hope to see you again on another tour soon! Best regards, Walking Tours of Austin
Will did an excellent job in telling ghost stories. My son and I had signed up for the Murder Tour which got cancelled. We were offered the ghost tour...I don't believe in ghosts, but Will made th tour fun and interesting! It was filled with history and interesting facts. He also took the time afterwards with no prompting from us and have us information from the murder tour! This was extremely interesting. Thank you, Will! You did an awesome job!!
Thank you so much for joining us on the Ghost Walk Austin and for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review! We’re thrilled to hear Will made the experience so fun and informative, and that he was able to bring Austin’s history and stories to life for you. We’re also glad he was able to share additional information from the Murder Tour afterward—he truly goes above and beyond for our guests. We appreciate your support and hope to see you again on another tour soon! Best regards, Walking Tours of Austin
Just a fantastic experience. Tyler was soo knowledgeable and passionate. Really brought the experience to life
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a fantastic experience. Tyler truly loves sharing his knowledge and passion, and we’re so glad that came through and helped bring the experience to life for you. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to him. Hope to welcome you back again soon! Best regards, Walking Tours of Austin
