90-Minute Austin Ghost Walking Tour

For those who love the paranormal, and who are in love with all things weird and wonderful about Austin, there is an activity that combines the best of both. The 90-Minute Austin Ghost Walking Tour gives you a chance to explore the spooky side of “America’s Weirdest City” by visiting some of the haunted hangouts that have garnered fame and infamy over the years. From Coffee at a beloved local diner where you might get served by a ghostly waitress to retracing the path of one of the worlds most notorious serial killers, the Austin Ghost Walking Tour will leave you with a lot of new knowledge about one of the countries most iconic cities, and also a few goosebumps as well.

The tour starts at Jo’s Coffee and then proceeds on foot through some of the cities most notable crime scenes and haunted locations. Spirits of the past, both those who passed peacefully and those who want more tragically will be waiting for you. Your professional tour guide will introduce you to them, and who knows, if you are lucky they may even let their presence be known. For more than 90 minutes you will progress through a series of locations in the greater downtown area with a brief stop at each one.

One of the most anticipated attractions on the tour is the world famous Driskill Hotel, the oldest operating hotel, in the city, and the place on record of being the most haunted location in Austin. The Driskill has been the choice of residence for president, vice presidents, captains of industry, and foreign dignitaries. Along with the rich and famous, no less than a dozen ghosts are also known to be fond of the classical architecture and nineteenth-century charm.

The tour starts at Jo’s Coffee and returns to the same spot, parking is located near Jo’s but the coffee shop is also within easy walking distance of many popular downtown hotels. Wear comfortable shoes, and if rain is in the forecast call before arriving to make sure the tour is still occurring. For light rain, the tour usually continues so bring an umbrella. Electronic and paper vouchers are accepted for this tour THIS TOUR IS NOT WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE! The tour last more or less 90 minutes and visits several locations within the greater downtown area. Tours start at 8 pm nightly.