If you're looking for the perfect ghost tour for the whole family, the Ghosts of Austin is perfect! We've designed this tour to be entertaining for anyone ages 5-100. Combining history with hauntings, this tour is Austin's #1 All-Ages/Family-Friendly Ghost Tour.
Your spooky adventure will begin with an introduction to Austin's haunted past - and then we'll head off to visit some of the most haunted locations in Austin.
If you have 10 or more guests in one group, please get in touch with the private & group sales coordinator with Ghost City Tours.
Tour Options
8 PM
Itinerary
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As the Most Haunted Capitol in the country, this building is brimming with poltergeists. Join us as we tell the stories of former Governors, Senators, and a mysterious woman in a red dress.
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You know you’re spooky when there are books written about your property’s poltergeists. From Samantha the Child Specter to phantom cigars, The Driskill may be Austin’s Most Haunted Hotel. And we cant wait to tell you all about it!
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If you’re looking for ghosts, check out the Texas Governor’s Mansion. With full-bodied apparitions, phantom footsteps, and inexplicable sounds, this estate will keep you on your toes.
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Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently asked questions
How long does The Ghosts of Austin Walking Tour take?
The Ghosts of Austin Walking Tour lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does The Ghosts of Austin Walking Tour cost?
Prices start at $30 per person for this Austin experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel The Ghosts of Austin Walking Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Please meet your guide at 101 E 11th Street in front of the gates of the Texas State Capitol building. . Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is The Ghosts of Austin Walking Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 30 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible
Reviews(77)
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kevinsR4171WG
July 30, 2026
ghost tour
Guide was very knowledgeable. I feel he did a great job keeping us entertained and safe.
Operator response
Thank you for the great review! We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour and found your guide knowledgeable, entertaining, and attentive to the group’s safety. Exploring Austin after dark is always more fun with a great mix of history and spooky stories. We appreciate you choosing Ghost City Tours and taking the time to share your experience. We hope to welcome you back on another tour in the future!
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erlandog
May 19, 2026
Total waste of time and money
This is a total scam and I would highly recommend not wasting your money or time. The tour guide was nice, but the whole tour was full of lingering stories that were more about the history or Austin than the ghosts. They had a lot of jokes that didn’t land and made things awkward when she would stand there waiting for the group to laugh. Now I understand that this was a bit out of control, but there were tons of interruptions by the homeless population along the route (yelling, screaming, blaring music) and it was hard to keep focused. My friend and I decided to leave early (45 minutes into the 90 minute tour) and not linger on for the whole thing. We requested our money back for the horrible experience but they said no b/c we “didn’t stay for the whole tour”
Save your money for the legitimate local ghosts tours in the city or do your own research and visit the places on your own.
Operator response
Thank you for taking the time to provide such detailed feedback. We’re sorry to hear that the tour did not meet your expectations and that outside interruptions along the route made it difficult to stay engaged. We understand your concerns regarding the balance of historical and paranormal content, as well as the pacing and presentation of the stories. We also appreciate you sharing your perspective on leaving the tour early and your expectations regarding the refund policy. Your feedback is valuable and will be shared with our team as we continue evaluating the guest experience. Thank you for giving us a try and for sharing your honest thoughts.
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Aric_C
March 21, 2026
Great experience with a...
Great experience with a great tour guide for all ages which we appreciated! Highly recommend to anyone new or visiting the city
Operator response
Thank you for the great review! We’re so glad to hear you had a wonderful experience and appreciated that the tour was enjoyable for all ages. Austin has so much fascinating history and plenty of spooky stories to discover, making it a great way to explore the city from a different perspective. We truly appreciate the recommendation and hope to welcome you back the next time you’re in Austin!
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jasguerra79
February 22, 2026
Ghost tour Austin
Fun experience in Austin. Went for my hubbies bday. Not the best tour we’ve done but definitely entertaining.
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Matt_M
February 15, 2026
Not worth the money
It’s very lack luster. Thought we’d get to go inside interesting buildings but we just stood outside. And our host was sweet but not a great story teller. The only plus was it got us on sixth street so we nailed after 5 “stories” and had a nice time afterwards.
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Raina_Y
November 21, 2025
No show guides
The tour guide never showed up. Myself and seven other people were at the meeting location and no one showed up. I ended up calling the Customer service line to be told that the guide would not be coming and that I have to reach out to Viator to get a refund.
This is frustrating since I paid for round-trip Ubers to get to the meeting location and back to my hotel and I gave up other plans to stand in the middle of the street waiting for a guide that never showed up.
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rachaeldQ7397ZF
October 14, 2025
An enjoyable evening
David was extremely knowledgeable of all the deadly history of the sites we visited and easily answered additional questions.
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Alan_A
September 28, 2025
Guide was wonderful!...
Guide was wonderful! Great experience! Was great to walk around Austin, seeing the capitol, the governor's mansion and so much more!
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Trip591591
September 27, 2025
Great tour, very informative about ghost, and history of austin.
We had a great tour. Lily was awesome, she was born in Austin, grew up here, Has great knowledge of Austin's history.
A wealth of information. Very friendly and a lot of fun.👍😃 Will recommend this tour to friends and ask for Lily.
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Ida T
September 24, 2025
Just a long walk…
Our tour guide was very nice, but she walked around with a fan because it was so hot out. In the meantime, we never walked into any buildings to see the history. A stop to actually see inside the building would have been nice, plus it would’ve been a chance to cool off from the scorching heat. I really feel that this tour was a waste of money because we never actually went in and observed the actual places she was talking about. I would not recommend this tour.
