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2 hours
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This is a walking tour. The route is approximately 2 miles.
Discover the sinister side of Austin on this top-rated 2-hour walking tour through downtown's most haunted and historic sites.
Begin at The Tavern, once a Prohibition hotspot—and now home to the ghost of a girl named Emily. Step inside to see her shoes still on display. From there, visit eerie landmarks including the Texas Capitol, Paramount Theatre, and the Driskill Hotel, known for its tragic bridal suite and lingering spirits.
Hear the chilling truth behind the Servant Girl Annihilator, the UT Tower shooting, and rumors of Austin’s modern-day “Rainey Street Ripper.”
Explore the story of Angelina Eberly, the fight to keep Austin the capital, and see real paranormal photo evidence along the way.
Expect laughs, goosebumps, and unforgettable stories from a passionate guide as you dive deep into the shadows of Texas history.
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Professional Guide
Alcoholic Beverages
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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.
Texas Capitol
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.
95 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Luis M,
Aug 16, 2025
- Viator
Jamie was a great host. Kept everything entertaining and interesting. Learned a lot and enjoyed the tour.
Jeanette V,
Aug 14, 2025
- Viator
It was a really good experience for me especially since I hadn’t done one before but Jaime was very knowledgeable on the general history of Austin and its spooky tales. He was chill and seemed to genuinely enjoy telling stories. Spoke of other stories that were similar to ones he was telling and overall a great story teller.
Franck N,
Aug 12, 2025
- Viator
This was very educational tour.He was very knowledgeable. He wasn't in the rush and make sure we understood everything he was saying.
Megan G,
Aug 4, 2025
- Viator
Wonderful tour!! Jamie did a great job of telling historical tid bits and creepy stories!!! Very entertaining and informative!
Heather A,
Aug 2, 2025
- Viator
Jamie was very knowledgeable of the history here and you could hear it through his stories with how passionate it was for him. Great job! Nice intro tour if you're not familiar with ANY Austin haunting and murders! He'll all your questions though.
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