Austin Murder Walk
Overview
Voted by the Austin Chronicle 2022 Critic's Choice "Best Nightlife Activity." In the year 1885 America’s first serial killer stalked the streets and alleyways of the young, emerging city of Austin. More terrifying than any ghost story, this monster brutally and systematically hacked eight women to death using an ax. For one calendar year, he terrified a city and came to be known as the “midnight assassin”. He was never captured and his identity remains a mystery or does it...?
This tour is our longest at 1 hour 45 minutes and covers 2 miles of historic Austin including West 6th street, Guy Town, the Warehouse District and a drink stop at the iconic Driskill Hotel. The pace is leisurely and, in addition to a drink stop at the Driskill, (drinks not included), there are short rests along the journey.
Join us on this exceptional true crime walking tour investigating exact crime locations and the various theories surrounding the midnight assassin. It’s a “killer” tour.
What's Included
- Professional Guide
- Alcoholic beverages Alcoholic Beverages
- Gratuities
- Private transportation
Meeting Location
Bowie St & W 6th St
Austin, TX 78703, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
217 Congress Avenue
Austin, TX 78701, USA
What To Expect
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The Driskill
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6th Street
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Speakeasy
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for ages under 13.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
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Activity code: C-53526P3
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