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Hauntings in the Heart of Austin: Downtown Ghost Walk

4.9 (16 reviews) 1 h 30 min Free cancellation
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Hauntings in the Heart of Austin: Downtown Ghost Walk

About this activity

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 the historic Downtown Austin.

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.

Private and Luxury Historical Tours Walking Tours Night Tours Ghost Tours Excellent Quality Short term availability Weather Dependent - Moderate

At a glance

Duration
1 h 30 min
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 20 people
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English
Operated by
Nitty Gritty City Tours of Austin

Ages: Adults (8–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: All Fees and Taxes

Not included

  • Not included: Alcoholic Beverages

Itinerary

  1. The Driskill

    20 min

    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.

  2. O. Henry Home & Museum

    15 min

    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.

  3. Paramount Theatre

    15 min

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

  4. Texas Governor's Mansion

    15 min

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

  5. Texas State Capitol

    20 min

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

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

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.

Using your ticket

Giving us your full name upon arrival is sufficient for your ticket. We'll only need to see your ticket if there's an issue.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

4.9 out of 5 · 16 reviews
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