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Austin Ghosts Weird and Haunted Dark History Walking Tour

Austin Ghosts Weird and Haunted Dark History Walking Tour

Overview

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Join Austin Ghosts for a walking ghost tour through some of the city's most haunted areas. The history of the capital of Texas offers shocking stories of forbidden lovers, heartbreaking suicides, brutal murders, and freak accidents. Some of the ghosts we will encounter are playful and harmless, but others are quite wicked and have committed some horrific crimes in their lifetimes.

Hear tales of authentic hauntings that occurred in places like The Cathedral of Junk, the Hope Outdoor Gallery, and the Museum of the Weird, among countless oddball restaurants and vintage shops. Our unique collection of captivating and unnerving historical stories reveal what makes Austin one of the most compelling haunted cities in the country.

City: Austin

Mon 11 Nov

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Mon 11 Nov

Starting at $30.00

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What's Included

Documented accounts of hauntings and paranormal activity

Professional and Courteous Guides

Intensely researched true stories of history

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What To Expect

The Driskill

Built in 1886, this iconic structure have welcomed guests from around the world. On this tour you will learn about the strange deaths and odd encounters many have witnessed at this hotel over the years.

HandleBar

First built as a funeral palor in the 1900s, the Handlebar is known for its adult playground, retro tunes, and supernatural sightings. Hear the tales of the spirits that sill linger within these walls.

Museum of The Weird

Here you will learn about this historical structure and the graves once buried within. Listen to the tales of the employees’ encounters with the spirits that remain.

Paramount Theatre

In this historical structure the cinema meets the supernatural and the very air you breathe is dense with recondite history. Hear about sightings of spirits and an eerie death that occurred within these walls.

Texas State Capitol

As the third structure to serve as the Texas State Capitol, the tales of murder and intrigue are chilling. Hear the stories and strange encounters on these haunted grounds.

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (51)

antheniwebb

Nov 2020

Great experience, staff was attentive and very courteous! My family and I would use this tour service again in the future (:

Response from Host

Feb 2021

Hello, Thank you for your review! We hope to see you on another tour soon!

Carey_S

Nov 2020

Gloria was awesome she was very pleasant and informative.....we had a great time. I would highly recommend this tour. My 11 son loved it!

Response from Host

Apr 2021

Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad you had a great experience and we hope you can join us again soon!

325briannal

Mar 2020

Alec was awesome! Very personable and he had great insight to the city!! Really enjoyed this tour and was very pleased. It was very relaxed and comfortable, not a typical “One stormy night...” type stories.

Response from Host

Mar 2020

Thank you for your review! We hope to see you on another tour soon!