Hauntings in the Heart of Austin: Downtown Ghost Walk

4.8
(5 reviews)
Austin, USA

1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

This tour, unlike any other, marries stories of first person ghost encounters, ghost lore, and historical insights to bring you a spine-chilling exploration of Downtown Austin (Austin's original square mile est. 1839.)

Our hauntings begin at the iconic Driskill Hotel. Did Jesse Driskill leave more than just his legacy in this building when he passed away in 1890? Those who stay overnight in the annex sure seem to believe so. These haunted stories are served with a side of history. Our journey includes 8 haunted points of interest and culminates at the Texas State Capital Building , where mischievous and perhaps vengeful spirits play eerie games and terrify anyone who dares to work overnight shifts.

What's Included

All Fees and Taxes
Alcoholic Beverages

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We meet at the corner steps outside the Driskill Hotel at the corner of 6th & Brazos streets. Your guide will be at the steps wearing something black or ghost themed.

End point

This tour ends near the south gates of the Texas State Capitol Building. The south gates are at the intersection of Congress Avenue and 11th Street.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    At our first stop we'll go inside the famous Driskill Hotel to introduce you to a few of Austin's most frightful spirits who haunt the corridors and toy with the guests of this historic hotel.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Short story author O. Henry lived in this folk-Victorian home with his wife and daughter from 1893 to 1895, coinciding with a bit of trouble he got himself into.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Outside the 1915 theater we'll learn a bit of Austin civil rights history and the heartbreaking tale of a man who loved movies.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    We'll learn about Austin's most legendary character whose looming presence remains in this 1854 mansion.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Learn about the history and hauntings of the Texas State Capitol building, where spirits keep things lively at night.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Nitty Gritty City Tours of Austin

Tags

Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Night Tours
Ghost Tours
Likely to Sell Out
Seasonal

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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