Austin Haunted Ghost & Murder Tour – Explore the City’s Dark Side
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Discover the darker side of Austin on the Austin’s Haunted Ghost & Murder Tour. This 2-hour walking adventure takes you through downtown’s most haunted and historic sites, revealing chilling stories and ghostly legends along the way.
Start your journey at The Tavern, once a Prohibition hotspot now haunted by Emily, a girl whose shoes are still displayed behind the bar. From there, explore landmarks like the Texas Capitol, Paramount Theatre, and the Driskill Hotel, each with its own ghostly tales—think tragic brides, lingering spirits, and mysterious sightings.
Along the route, you'll hear about infamous stories like the Servant Girl Annihilator, the UT Tower shooting, and rumors of the modern
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Duration 2 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Key facts
What's included
Included
- Professional Guide
Not included
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Gratuities
- Private transportation
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Start your journey at one of Austin’s oldest bars, originally a grocery store turned Prohibition-era speakeasy. Hear the chilling true story of Emily, a young girl said to haunt the building to this day, and step inside to view her shoes still on display behind the bar.
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Stop 2
Walk the haunted grounds of the Texas State Capitol while learning about the state’s political history, symbolic architecture, and eerie local lore. Hear tales of the Lady in Red, the ghostly comptroller, and a law that once banned taller buildings.
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Stop 3
As we gather outside the majestic Paramount Theatre, you'll feel the weight of its storied past. This grand old venue has been a cornerstone of Austin's cultural scene since 1915. But beyond its elegant façade lies a spine-chilling tale that has haunted the theatre for years.
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Stop 4
Step inside what was once the home of Mirabeau Buonaparte Lamar, the second President of the Republic of Texas, a man who fought fiercely to keep Austin as the capital and whose legacy lives on in the very streets you've walked tonight. But the history here doesn't stop with presidents. This is also where you'll hear the story of Jack, a travelling salesman who arrived in Austin chasing fame and fortune, and never quite made it home.
Meeting point & pickup
Meet at the starting point
Please aim to arrive 10-15 mins before the tour starts.
The tour begins just a 5-minute Uber from downtown at Austin’s legendary Tavern. Free street parking is often available, and it’s walking distance from the Capitol area.
Cancellation & confirmation
Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 100% refund if cancelled at least 1 day(s) before
- 0% refund if cancelled 0–1 day(s) before
- May be cancelled for bad weather
- May be cancelled if there are not enough travelers
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