Frequently Asked Questions

Each tour has its own downtown meeting location. Please check your confirmation email and
arrive 10–15 minutes early.
● Ghost Walk Austin: Speakeasy Tavern, 412 Congress Ave
● Murder Walk Austin: Whole Foods (Bowie St. & W. 6th St.)

Downtown parking garages, rideshare, and public transit are great options. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to allow time for parking.

Our tours are primarily outdoors. Interior access may be available at select locations, but it depends on venue availability and private events.

Most tours cover 1–2 miles at an easy pace with frequent storytelling stops.

Most routes are accessible, but some historic sidewalks may vary. Contact us before booking so we can recommend the best tour.

Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather. Bring water during warmer months and a light jacket on cooler evenings.

Tours run rain or shine. In severe weather, we’ll contact you with updates or rescheduling options.

Yes! Ghost Walk Austin is family-friendly. Murder Walk Austin covers mature historical themes and is recommended for ages 13+.

Yes! Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome. If a stop has pet restrictions, one member of your group may need to remain outside.

Yes. Advanced reservations are required because tour sizes are intentionally limited.

If we cancel, you’ll receive a full refund or reschedule option. Guest cancellations require 24 hours’ notice. We also offer indefinite rainchecks.

Yes. Our tours follow well-traveled downtown routes and are led by experienced local guides.

Call (210) 201-3510, email [email protected], or use the contact form below. We’re happy to help.

Yes. The stories are spooky and engaging but avoid graphic content.

Approximately 90 minutes.

About 1.5 miles at an easy pace with frequent storytelling stops.

Outside Speakeasy Tavern, 412 Congress Avenue, downtown Austin.

When available, guests may enjoy exclusive access to portions of the Stephen F. Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel and Speakeasy Tavern.

Yes. Our stories are based on documented history, eyewitness accounts, local legends, and reported paranormal experiences.

We can’t promise paranormal activity, but many guests have captured unusual photos and reported unexplained experiences.

Yes! We deliver goosebumps, not nightmares, making it one of Austin’s most family-friendly ghost tours.

Expert storytellers, authentic history, exclusive access, small groups, and 1,000+ five-star reviews make it a guest favorite.

Yes. Ghost Walk Austin runs Monday–Saturday year-round, including holidays and the Halloween season.

Yes. Advanced reservations are strongly recommended, especially on weekends and during October when tours frequently sell out.

Yes. Between 1884 and 1885, Austin was terrorized by what many historians consider America’s first serial killer.

Yes. Murder Walk Austin follows the crimes of the infamous Servant Girl Annihilator, also known as the Midnight Assassin.

No. This is a true crime walking tour focused on real history, suspects, evidence, and Austin’s most infamous unsolved murder case.

Approximately 2 hours and 2 miles through downtown Austin.

We recommend ages 13+ due to mature historical content.

Murder Walk Austin was voted Austin Chronicle’s Critics’ Choice Best Nightlife Activity and features expert storytellers, authentic history, small groups, exclusive access, and 1,000+ five-star reviews. It’s one of Austin’s highest-rated true crime experiences.

At the intersection of  West 6th Street & Bowie Street in downtown Austin.

Yes. Advance reservations are highly recommended, especially on weekends and during October when tours often sell out.