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Uncover the sordid past of Galveston, Texas on a spooky walking tour along the Strand. Follow your guide as they point out several locations that are known for eerie paranormal activity. Galveston has seen a lot of devastation over the years—hurricanes, pandemics, wars, fires, and pirates—and has become a haven for ghosts.

Skip your usual night out at the bar with this tour of San Antonio’s oldest and most haunted pubs. Meet your theatrically-trained guide at Alamo Plaza and head out in search of at least four haunted bars while your guide regales you with spooky yarns and true stories about local ghosts and hauntings. Your cover charges and exclusive drinks are covered at each stop.

Bartlett was once a booming railroad and cotton producing town with a commercial center that is now a virtual ghost town. Lurking within its abandoned buildings is a fascinating history ripe for exploration. On this illuminating tour, you'll hear about the town's stint as a movie set, its foiled bank robberies and past successes, including being the site of one of Texas's first electric power plants.

See Galveston and learn about its history without stepping onto a crowded group tour. Prebook this Galveston Private Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour and guarantee your ride on the day you prefer to go. Plus, since it’s a private tour, just you and your group of up to six will attend. A guide tells you about the history of Galveston as you relax aboard the moving carriage.

Go back in time to when Galveston was run by the mob and declared a free state on this guided group tour. You’ll explore the Red Light District with your guide, who will tell you stories not found in guide books. Hear about legends like Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr., and more on this tour that lasts around an hour and a half.

Spend 1.5 hours walking the streets of San Antonio with a theatrically trained tour guide who can’t wait to tell you all about the darker side of the city’s past. From the Alamo to the Menger Hotel, there will be plenty of ghost stories to keep you up at night.

Galveston, Texas is currently known as a place to go and relax, but the city has endured a lot over the years. From the Civil War to Yellow Fever to the Great Hurricane of 1900, a lot of lives were lost in this coastal village. Discover the city’s historic and haunted streets on a small–group, nighttime walking tour and get a closer look at Galveston’s eerie past.

Explore the profound and bizarre history surrounding the assassination of John Fitzgerald Kennedy, the 35th President of the United States, which took place in Dallas, Texas on November 22, 1963. This in-depth, sight-seeing tour is narrated by an Emmy award-winning Investigative Journalist turned JFK Historian. It features a guided walk through Dealey Plaza, the location where President Kennedy was killed by an assassin's bullet, and admission to the Oswald Rooming House Museum where you go inside the bedroom of the alleged killer, re-tracing his steps after the shooting. The tour offers a unique blend of live storytelling and multimedia presentations, providing original insight and content that goes beyond typical historical accounts. Whether you're a beginner to the JFK case or not, this thought-provoking tour is entertaining and challenging for any level. Experience the most important murder case of modern time with this Epic Dallas Tour. Parking and lunch not included.

Discover Austin’s spooky side on an evening walking tour through the city's most haunted areas. Austin history features stories about forbidden lovers, suicides, brutal murders, and freak accidents. Learn about authentic hauntings that happened in locations such as the Driskill, the Paramount Theatre, and the Museum of the Weird, as well as other popular spots.

Get more from a walk around Galveston’s the Strand District when you go with a guide during this Galveston the Phantoms of the Strand District Ghost Tour. This ghost tour passes main spooky areas of the city such as a haunted trolley station, an eerie hotel, and a ghostly theater. Plus, your guide tells the tales of the dark history that goes along with why locals call these places haunted in the first place.

Get ready for a spooky night full of ghosts and things that go bump in the night. Professional paranormal investigators will lead you on a walking tour of San Antonio’s most haunted spots, while you learn the tragic stories of spirits unable to find their eternal rest.  Learn why San Antonio is considered one of the most haunted cities in all of America…if you’re brave enough, that is.

Prebook this popular Galveston Secrets of the Strand District Walking Tour to guarantee your spot on the tour on the day you prefer to go. Dive into the district’s history with a guide who knows it well. See main attractions in the area such as the Galveston Railroad Museum, Tremont House, and Grand 1894 Opera House, as you learn how each played a big role in the city’s past.

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.

Learn about the mob and the characters who inhabited Galveston’s Red Light District on this group tour. You’ll learn about the roles Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr, and Dean Martin played at this stage in history. You’ll also keep costs down by booking this shared group tour, and maybe make a few new friends, too.

This Galveston Private Ghost Tour sets itself out from many others like it by taking you to the city’s historic districts by a Ford Model-T replica. Plus, unlike other ghost tours, this one is just for you and your private group, giving you an intimate look into Galveston’s history and paranormal happenings. As you ride, see historic mansions, hotels, and architecture as your guide tells spooky tales.

Go back in time to when Galveston was run by the mob and declared a free state on this guided group tour. You’ll explore the Red Light District with your guide, who will tell you stories not found in guide books. Hear about legends like Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr., and more on this tour that lasts around an hour and a half.

Escape to the heart of Texas Hill Country for a guided tasting experience at Flat Creek Estate. Nestled in the scenic landscape of Marble Falls, this curated wine tasting invites you to indulge in award-winning wines while learning the story behind each pour. Our knowledgeable staff will guide you through a selection of handcrafted wines, sharing insights into our winemaking philosophy, estate terroir, and tasting notes that bring each vintage to life. Whether you're a seasoned wine lover or simply curious, you'll savor every sip in a relaxed, elegant setting designed to delight the senses. From bold reds to crisp whites, experience the flavor of Flat Creek—where passion, place, and a touch of luxury meet in every glass.

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!

NOW BOARDING: The Ghost Bus Pub Crawl From the award-winning creators of Sisters Grimm Ghost Tours Introducing our newest tour—The Ghost Bus: Pub Crawl. This isn’t a walking tour. You’ll be driven in a fully air-conditioned bus to San Antonio’s most haunted bars. No sweating, no sore feet—just chilling stories, cold drinks, and unforgettable stops. We’ve been voted one of the Top 3 Best Ghost Tours in the Nation by USA Today for the past 5 years—and now we’re raising the bar with this one-of-a-kind haunted experience. If you're looking for a night out that's eerie, exciting, and effortlessly fun—this is it. Haunted bars. Historic tales. Just spirits with your spirits. Tickets are limited. Reserve your seat before it vanishes.

Discover the eerie pulse of Austin as you weave through haunted streets, historic pubs, and the city’s living nightlife. For two hours, a seasoned storyteller guides you into the tales that linger behind bar doors and hotel walls — the stories most folks never hear. You’ll visit several iconic stops, enjoy drinks at your own pace, and hear the legends tied to each location, including the famed Driskill Hotel. It’s part ghost tour, part pub crawl, and fully Austin. -Two hours of vivid storytelling, history, and hauntings -Explore historic bars and landmarks with a lively guide -Drinks available for purchase at each stop Group capped at 30 for a more personal experience

Get more out of a night on the town with this spooky Austin pub crawl, complete with the haunted history of this historic city. Starting in Downtown Austin, you walk to several bars on your tour, each of which is housed in an historic building. As you drink up, enjoy your guide's narration about the legends—and ghost stories—of Austin's most haunted places. Though you need to purchase drinks, the eerie stories are included.

This is Galveston’s best self-guided ghost tour with professional narration and music. Explore at your own pace with nothing to download, headphones optional, 7-day access. Every stop blends real history with chilling legend, crafted from local records and eyewitness accounts.

Step into Austin’s dark past with this Haunted Audio Tour — a self-guided journey through real haunted landmarks and verified history. Explore at your own pace as immersive sound design, cinematic storytelling, and spine-chilling true tales reveal the city’s most notorious spirits. No apps, no groups—just you, your smartphone, and Austin after dark. We painstakingly research, write, record, and edit our tours.

Gather the whole family and prepare for tales of the ghostly encounters around every corner. You’ll hear tales of spirits still going to work even though they’ve been dead for decades, haunted hotels where you’re sure to have an unexpected roommate or two, and Jazz musicians, still singing the blues after all these years! Walk, crawl, or roll on into our family-friendly Dallas Ghost Tours, where there are no age restrictions as long as minors are accompanied by an adult. Most of the spirits are friendly, but our guides know exactly where the ghosts are lurking and can cater the tour for ghost enthusiasts of all ages.