Top Texas Crime Tours in 2026

Hear all about cases of true crime and alleged hauntings of San Antonio, Texas as a local guide shows you and your group around the city. See San Fernando De Bexar Cathedral, The Alamo, Main Plaza, and more, as your guide tells you stories of battles, gunslinger shootouts, and ghostly hotel guests.

Go beyond Dealey Plaza on this immersive JFK Assassination Tour, led by an Emmy Award-winning investigative journalist and JFK researcher. Combining expert storytelling with exclusive multimedia presentations, this experience brings the events of November 22, 1963, to life. Walk through historic Dealey Plaza, stand where President Kennedy was assassinated, examine the evidence, eyewitness accounts, and enduring mysteries surrounding the case, then continue to the Oswald Rooming House Museum. Step inside the bedroom where Lee Harvey Oswald stayed and retrace his movements in the hours following the assassination. Whether you're new to the JFK case or a lifelong student of the assassination, you'll leave with a deeper understanding of the evidence, the controversies, and one of history's most debated events. 2.5 hours (approximately)

Hop aboard a classic trolley for a ride through downtown Dallas, following the story of one of the most pivotal moments in American history—the assassination of John F. Kennedy. Travel along the motorcade route to Dealey Plaza, the site where JFK was shot, then trace the movements of assassin Lee Harvey Oswald, from the Texas Theater to Oswald's rooming house and many other key sites.

Head off the usual tourist trail to uncover Austin’s sinister side on this guided walking tour through the city's most haunted and historic sites, covering about 2 miles (3.2 km) of the downtown area. Begin at The Tavern, once a Prohibition-era hotspot and now home to ghosts, before visiting eerie landmarks like the Texas Capitol, Paramount Theatre, and the Driskill Hotel, famous for its haunted bridal suite and lingering spirits. Along the way, hear chilling accounts of the "Servant Girl Annihilator", the UT Tower shooting, and whispers of the modern-day “Rainey Street Ripper.”

Discover the story behind one of history's most debated events on this immersive 80-Minute JFK Assassination Walking & Van Tour. Led by an Emmy Award-winning investigative journalist and JFK researcher, this experience combines expert storytelling with exclusive multimedia presentations to bring November 22, 1963, to life. Travel past the former Dallas Police Headquarters, where Jack Ruby shot Lee Harvey Oswald, before exploring historic Dealey Plaza and examining the evidence and enduring mysteries of the case. Explore the infamous Grassy Knoll, separate fact from speculation, and gain a deeper understanding of why the assassination continues to fascinate millions, perfect for first-time visitors and lifelong JFK students alike. Whether you're new to the case or a longtime JFK enthusiast, this tour offers an engaging and thought-provoking experience unlike any other in Dallas, featuring custom video presentations that bring the evidence and timeline to life.

Discover the darker side of Galveston on a ghost tour. Pass by mansions and other historical sights where spooky and mysterious things are said to have happened, and hear about the island's secrets, paranormal events, and haunted history that dates back 150 years. This tour is a fun way to learn a bit about Galveston's history.

Experience the most complete JFK assassination tour in Dallas, including admission to the renowned Sixth Floor Museum. Led by an Emmy Award-winning investigative journalist and JFK researcher, this immersive experience combines expert storytelling with exclusive multimedia presentations to bring the events of November 22, 1963, to life. Walk through historic Dealey Plaza, stand where President Kennedy was assassinated, examine the evidence, eyewitness accounts, and enduring mysteries surrounding the case, then continue to the Oswald Rooming House Museum. Step inside the bedroom where Lee Harvey Oswald stayed and retrace his movements following the assassination before exploring the Sixth Floor Museum at your own pace. Whether you're new to the JFK case or a lifelong student of the assassination, you'll leave with a deeper understanding of one of history's most debated events. 3 hours and 45 minutes (approximately including Sixth Floor Museum)

On this historic GPS Smartphone guided Audio walking tour, tour at your own pace. You will see Dallas' historic sites and hear their stories including JFK Memorial John Neely Bryan Cabin Founders Plaza Old Red Dealey Square The Grassy Knoll the Texas School Book Depository The site of the JFK assasination The story of Lee Harvey Oswald The Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum Dallas' West End District Wild Bill's Western Shop Best steak house in Dallas And much more.... Why choose us? Tour at your own pace and schedule Best value in Dallas Professionally produced, narrated and musically edited immersive experience This tour is for Travel Rebels, just like yourself. This historic adventure is smart phone guided. You go to the first stop, open the tour, enter your experience code from Viator and press play. From there you are guided turn by turn through Dallas step by step.

Join the search for Austin's 1885 serial killer who targeted vulnerable populations of women. This tour explores the infamous historical murders that threw our city into a state of panic and turmoil. See the locations of the crimes and deep dive into the investigation, suspects, and victims of one of America's most fascinating unsolved mysteries. The unique and controversial theories presented on this tour are expanded upon in our Ripper podcast series- check out Nitty Gritty ATX wherever you get your podcasts.

Uncover the spine-tingling secrets of Waco on the #1 ghost tour in the city! Operating daily, year-round, this USMC Disabled Combat-Veteran-Owned, women and minority-led experience takes you deep into Waco’s haunted past, where notorious spirits and eerie legends still linger. Guided by Waco’s official haunted history experts, you’ll journey through a mile of the city’s most ghost-infested streets, visiting iconic locations like the Dr. Pepper Museum, the US District Court, the Waco Hippodrome Theatre, and the Liberty Building. As you stroll through these historic hotspots, you’ll hear chilling stories of ghostly encounters, mysterious tragedies, and scandalous events that have shaped Waco’s haunted reputation. While we don’t enter buildings, standing on this spirit-filled ground will be enough to send shivers down your spine. Our tours are perfect for private groups, bachelorette parties, and special events. Join us for a night of history, hauntings, and unforgettable thrills!

Guests of all ages are welcome to our Ghosts of Austin tour, combining history with hauntings for a fun and family-friendly outing. After an introduction to Austin's haunted past, we'll visit some of Austin's spookiest locales: the Texas State Capitol, The Driskill Hotel and the Texas Governor's Mansion. As we unearth some of their histories, you'll hear about the ghosts, ghouls, apparitions and phantoms that haunt their grounds. Expect an outing that will make your spine tingle!

Experience a ghost tour with a difference on this themed adults-only (16+) tour that focuses on murders and hauntings in Victorian-era Austin. Instead of spending hours researching the city’s ghost stories, this tour takes you to places known for their poltergeists and paranormal activity. Notable locations that the tour passes include the Millett Opera House, the University of Texas Tower, and the Driskill Hotel.

Fredericksburg, Texas is smack in the middle of the Texas Hill Country wine region and is known for its abundance of wineries. Enjoy a carefree day of wine tastings on this group excursion. Tour several vineyards, learn about the winemaking process of the region, and sample several wines over the course of the tour.

If you’re looking to see Galveston on foot and want to add stories of haunted history to your outing, try this Galveston Ghost Tour. A guide leads the way during the evening, preventing you from getting lost as you hear stories of war, spirits, and more paranormal history. Plus, this tour is easy to fit into any busy schedule for those with jam-packed days.

If you have a fascination with gruesome murders, depraved behavior, sick individuals, this tour is for you. LOL. We cover several infamous murders going back to 1965 as well as people from the mid-1960s who will go on to become cult leaders that result in dozens and hundreds of people dying. Who knows; you might have known some of the victims or perpetrators.

We begin with two lives; John F. Kennedy and Lee Harvey Oswald. They were drawn together by fate, ambition, and forces still debated today. Next you’ll examine the crime scene on Elm Street, exactly where it all happened. Using modern forensic science and eyewitness testimony you'll begin to understand the most important homicide of the 20th century. As the story continues, the tragedy widens. Two more lives suddenly and violently taken in the hours and days that follow. And finally, we explore the many conspiracy theories and the world wide reaction to the President's murder. This Experience includes descriptions of graphic violence, drug use, smoking, self-harm, and sexual relationships. Parents strongly cautioned. The past is never dead. It's not even past. The Sixth Floor Museum is not apart of this Experience.

Discover the ghostly history of Galveston, Texas on a nighttime walking tour around town. This adults–only tour takes a look at the city’s red–light district and its history as a place for gambling and drinking. Walk past old brothels, learn about outlaws and pirates, and hunt for ghosts as you explore.

This isn't just a walking tour or history lesson—it's a journey through the stories that made Dallas. Dark Dallas brings together true crime, urban legends, forgotten history, and larger-than-life characters to reveal the stories hiding in plain sight. We don't just visit landmarks—you'll experience Dallas as a living, breathing story. You'll stand where history happened, uncover forgotten legends, and discover how fact, folklore, and mystery intertwine to create the city's most fascinating tales.

Discover a whole new side of Austin, Texas on this adults-only small-group guided walking ghost tour of the city. Explore haunted hotels, mansions, theaters, and more with a guide who shares grisly tales of creepy cults, urban legends, and serial killers. Enjoy a story-filled stroll through downtown Austin and pass sites like the Texas Capitol, Paramount Theatre, and the famously haunted Driskill Hotel exterior.

The Pirates of Galveston is more than a walking tour. It’s an interactive pirate adventure that turns guests into members of Lady Saelym’s crew and brings Galveston’s colorful pirate past to life. The experience is built around the real history of Galveston’s pirate era, including Jean Lafitte, Louis Aury and the infamous Kingdom of Campeche. Fascinating history mixes with legends, pirate lore, humor and a little mischief along the way. Instead of simply listening to stories, guests become part of the experience, earning pirate ranks and discovering what life, work and adventure were really like for a pirate crew. Led by the unforgettable Lady Saelym, the tour combines theatrical storytelling, audience participation and historical interpretation to create an experience that’s fun, memorable and unlike a traditional history tour.

Lcally owned and family run. Professional storytellers and hisTOURy guides in costume share our city’s unique past with distinct cultural, geographical, and historical threads, in a city that continues to evolve today Locally Owned--- Small groups---Authentic Austin History

Enjoy some liquid courage while hearing ghostly tales of San Antonio's most historic haunts and drinking hotspots. Take a Boo's and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl for genuine stories, scares, and delicious drinks in the historic district, with up to 2 hours of ghostly fun with the city's spirits and Spirits. Price does not include drinks or tastings.