Top Texas Walking Tours - page 3

Sand sculpting on South Padre Island is an art form. Learn tips and tricks for building sandcastles like a pro during a hands-on sandcastle lesson—a great choice for families with kids. This activity takes place on the beach. Plus, choose from a 1- or 2-hour lesson and multiple times to best suit your schedule. Sand sculpting tools are provided and can be used throughout your stay.

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)

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.

Get a taste of that famous southern hospitality and discover the influences on the culinary melting pot that is Texan cuisine. This foodie tour takes you to Dallas’ artsy neighborhood of Deep Ellum, which also happens to be the gastronomic heart of the city, to taste award-winning takes on Texan and Tex-Mex classics like chilli and BBQ brisket, as well as some secret surprises.

Discover Galveston’s sordid past during an evening walking tour of the city’s Red Light District. Join a small group and your guide to walk the streets and listen to stories of mobsters, bootleggers, and brothels. Learn how the island was once a “sin city,” where men could come to drink, gamble, and look for love once they crossed into the mob-run “Free State of Galveston.”

Get ready to be spooked on this adult only, late-night walking ghost tour of San Antonio. You’ll hear all the stories of the sinister and sordid secrets that haunt the city. Get back into the past and learn about the previous inhabitants like opportunists and outlaws who had fateful endings to their lives, but who now spend their time haunting the streets of San Antonio.

Discover San Antonio's rich history and sordid past during a ghost walking tour around the city. Join a small group and walk through the River City stopping at several landmarks to hear eerie stories about the past. Walk down the River Walk, through the Alamo, past a few hotels and a theater to learn about the paranormal activity that lurks behind their walls.

Discover the ins and outs of a working 3D printing facility during this small-group, hands-on tour of re:3D. Tour a studio founded by former NASA employees and learn about their social mission to innovate alternatives to recycling plastics. Tours include one take-home 3D-printed rocket per group.

Tours on Friday, Saturday and Sunday begin at 7905 Old San Antonio Road. If you bought a Fri–Sun ticket, register at The Boil Shack. Arrive 30 minutes early for check-in. Tours Monday–Thursday start at Grapetown Vineyard, 8142 Old San Antonio Road. The Boil Shack offers a Sports Bar, Dance Hall & Live Music. It’s connected to the main farm. Register here, get wristbands and directions. Our veteran-owned farm invites you for an intimate Hill Country experience. Enjoy scenic views and award-winning wines on our family farm. Grapetown Vineyard has Fredericksburg’s only winery & giraffe encounter, full bar, and unique experiences. Enjoy a relaxing tram ride over 85 beautiful acres of Texas Hill Country!

Discover a side of San Antonio that few other visitors get to experience—and immerse yourself in the city's haunted history—on this after-dark walking tour. Meet your guide and group at a convenient location in the city center, and get ready to explore. In between spotting landmarks like the Alamo, you'll also head to other historical highlights and hidden corners, all while your guide regales you with spooky ghost stories.

Take a walk down memory lane and through Galveston's eerie cemeteries during this nighttime walking tour. Spend the evening visiting several graveyards including Old City, Broadway, Evergreen, and the Yellow Fever yard to hear stories of past Galveston residents. Learn about the symbolism of the cemeteries, the yellow fever plague, the Great Storm, and the paranormal activity in the city.

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!

Those short on time can experience the magic of artisanal spirits on this captivating distillery tour in Dallas. Step into a world of botanical wonders as you sip on a welcome cocktail. Immerse yourself in the intoxicating scents of real plants that infuse the gin and bourbon. Marvel at the opulence of the tasting lounge, adorned with a grand piano and contemporary art. Venture behind the scenes to view the alchemy that brings spirits to life.

Listen to stories about murder, mayhem, and otherworldly encounters as you embark on a nighttime walking tour through Galveston. Join a small group and follow your guide through alleyways, past haunted mansions, and shadowy corners to reveal their dark secrets. Learn of past residents who can't seem to move on to the other side as you and keep your eyes peeled for paranormal sightings.

Discover the sordid history of San Antonio as you explore the historic downtown area on this haunted pub crawl. Join a private guide for a walk through Alamo City to hear about stories that range from fallen Texan soldiers who never stopped fighting to a cold-blooded murderer who once walked the streets. Purchase a drink at each venue, if you’d like, to gain some liquid courage for these scary tales.

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.

Combine a spooky ghost tour and a look into the old red light district on this group tour in Galveston. Your guide will take you to several places, like The Strand, the Railroad Museum, The Tremont House, Galveston, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, and more, telling you stories of the history and rumors surrounding the area.

Try brisket eggrolls, tacos, Vietnamese chicken and rice, locally made ice cream, and a French inspired croissandwich on this small-group walking food tour of Houston, Texas. Let your guide show you around the vibrant heart of the city and try a range of dishes influenced by diverse cultures. Head off the usual tourist trail and learn about Houston, its food scene, and its culture as you go.

Dallas didn't just make history it invented the food you're about to eat. On this 3-hour walking tour through the Historic West End and Downtown Dallas, you'll taste the dishes this city actually created, stand where JFK was assassinated, and eat your way through the landmarks every visitor comes to see with a local guide who knows the stories behind all of it. Slow-cooked Texas BBQ, scratch-made Tex-Mex, and an ice-cold drink at every stop. Gluten-free options available at every stop.

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.

Enjoy a comfortable, indoor tour and discover the history of The Queen of the Gulf with the exclusive Grand Galvez Ghost Tour. Delight in a blend of history and paranormal intrigue as you explore the Grand Galvez Hotel. This guided experience offers a rare glimpse into the tales of the island's most famous hotel, renowned for its ghostly encounters & incredible important history. Geared for adult audiences, this 90-minute walking tour promises to engage both history buffs and thrill-seekers alike. - Exclusive access to the Grand Galvez Hotel's history - 90-minute easy walking tour - Daily tours with limited availability for a more intimate experience - Locally owned with the most 5-star reviews in Galveston

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.

See the haunted side of San Antonio on this ghost-themed bus tour. Your guide, a sinister fellow who proclaims to be in tune with the afterlife, leads you on a chilling exploration of the city’s famed haunted sites including the Menger Hotel, the old Red Light District, the former Bexar County Jail, an historic cemetery, and more.

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 Sixth Floor Museum is not apart of this Experience.