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Murder Walk Austin

Book Murder Walk Austin in Austin. 2 hours · Maximum 20 people · Starting at $35. See photos, reviews, and live availability. Operated by Tour ATX.

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Experience provided by Tour ATX

Category

Ghost & History Tours

Area

Austin

Provider

Tour ATX

Austin planning notes

What to know before booking

Murder Walk Austin is listed under ghost & history tours for plans around Austin. The published group size is maximum 20 people, with a listed duration of 2 hours. Tour ATX confirms the exact start time, meeting instructions, final price, and policies during checkout.

Highlights

Guided tour
Groups welcome
Austin area

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Meeting point

Intersection of Bowie and West 6th Street, (at corner of Whole Foods), Austin TX

Duration
2 hours
Offered in
English
Age
13 – 99
Group size
Maximum 20 people
Accessibility
Stroller and wheelchair accessible; route uses downtown streets and sidewalks with possible uneven pavement, curb ramps, and inclines.

Experience details

Explore Austin’s grim 1885 true-crime history on a guided downtown walking tour that covers roughly two miles of historic streets and neighborhoods. A storyteller-led experience moves at a leisurely pace with short rests and a staffed stop at a local bar for a drink break (drinks sold separately). Hear in-depth accounts of the midnight assassin, the victims, and competing theories while visiting the exact locations tied to the case.

Itinerary

Meet at the intersection of Bowie and West 6th Street (corner of Whole Foods).

Walk approximately 2 miles through West 6th Street, Guy Town and the Warehouse District while investigating crime locations.

Stop for a drink break at Stephen F's Bar and Terrace.

Conclude the tour after returning toward the meeting area.

Highlights

In-depth true-crime storytelling about Austin’s 1885 midnight assassin

Visits to exact historic crime locations across downtown Austin

Leisurely pace with short rests and a local bar stop

Check-in details

Meet at the intersection of Bowie and West 6th Street at the corner of Whole Foods in Austin, TX. Arrive at the meeting point before the tour start time.

Special requirements

Due to true crime subject matter, this tour is not recommended for children under 13.

Restrictions

Route follows downtown streets and sidewalks which may include uneven pavement, curb ramps, inclines, and busy pedestrian areas.

Extras

Optional drink purchase at Stephen F's Bar and Terrace.

Disclaimers

Route covers approximately 2 miles on foot and includes outdoor streets and sidewalks; route and stops may change due to operational needs. The bar stop is for purchasing drinks and drinks are not included with the tour price.

What is included

Included

  • Guided walking tour of historic Austin locations related to the 1885 midnight assassin
  • Short rests along the route
  • A stop at Stephen F's Bar and Terrace

Not included

  • Drinks at the bar stop
  • Gratuity

What to bring

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Valid ID if purchasing alcoholic drinks at the bar stop

Provider policy

Cancellations and weather

  • Guest cancellations require 24 hours' notice; indefinite rainchecks available; full refund or reschedule if we cancel.
  • Customers will receive a full refund or credit with 24 hours notice of cancellation. Customers will also receive a full refund or credit in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Contact us by phone to cancel or inquire about a cancellation. No-shows will be charged the full price.

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