Austin Murder Walk
Recommended by 96% of travelers
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Austin, USA
- 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
In 1885, America’s first serial killer stalked the streets and alleyways of the city of Austin. He came to be known as the “Midnight Assassin,” but his identity remains a mystery. On this guided evening walking tour, explore historic Austin including West 6th Street, Guy Town, and the Warehouse District, plus stop for a drink at the Driskill Hotel, as you learn about his crimes.
- Learn about the dark side of Austin on this evening tour
- True crime fans will enjoy investigating the murder scenes and theories
- Stroll the streets of Austin at a leisurely pace with rest stops
- Drinks not included in the tour price
What's Included
- Professional Guide
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Gratuities
- Private transportation
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Bowie Street & West 6th StreetBowie St & W 6th St, Austin, TX 78703, USA
This tour will depart from the intersection of Bowie and West 6th, at the corner of Whole Foods in downtown Austin, Texas.
End point
- Cooper's Old Time Pit Bar-B-Que217 Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78701, USA
Itinerary
Make your own way to the designated meeting point to start your 75-minute evening murder-mystery walking tour of Austin. Learn more about the city while touring on foot, including parts of the city’s history that are often overlooked on mainstream daytime tours.
Your guide will lead you on an approximately 2-mile (3.2-kilometer) route around Austin while recounting the chilling tale of a 19th-century ax-murderer whose identity was never discovered. Perhaps you’ll be able to piece together their identity—or at least have fun trying.
Walk through the Guy Town and Warehouse District nightlife areas of Austin and stop for a drink (own cost) at an iconic hotel before concluding the tour. This walking tour is a fun standalone evening activity or a good way to ease into a night out on the town in Austin.
Your guide will lead you on an approximately 2-mile (3.2-kilometer) route around Austin while recounting the chilling tale of a 19th-century ax-murderer whose identity was never discovered. Perhaps you’ll be able to piece together their identity—or at least have fun trying.
Walk through the Guy Town and Warehouse District nightlife areas of Austin and stop for a drink (own cost) at an iconic hotel before concluding the tour. This walking tour is a fun standalone evening activity or a good way to ease into a night out on the town in Austin.
1
The Driskill
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
6th Street
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Speakeasy
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Not recommended for ages under 13.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.8
based on 339 reviews
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Brenda_J, Jul 2026
Our guide was wonderful! Learned so much and our guide was so into what he’s was talking about that it was very engaging. Really enjoyed the little stop half way through at a hotel to cool down and grab a drink
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review, Brenda! We're so glad you enjoyed Murder Walk Austin and had such a positive experience with your guide. Our guides truly love sharing Austin's history, and it's great to hear their enthusiasm made the tour engaging and memorable for you.
We're also happy you enjoyed the midway stop at the hotel. That break gives guests a chance to cool down, relax, and enjoy a drink while taking in a unique piece of Austin history before continuing the tour. Thank you for joining us, and we hope to see you again for another evening of fascinating stories!
Best Regards,
Walking Tours of Austin
Scarlett_G, Jun 2026
The tour was excellent, we learned a lot of things on the history of Austin as well as enjoyed a good story telling about the midnight assassin.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you so much for the great review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed learning about Austin’s history and the storytelling surrounding the Midnight Assassin—it’s one of our favorite stories to share. We’re so glad you had an excellent experience and hope to see you again on another tour soon!
Best regards,
Walking Tours of Austin
Dara_B, Jun 2026
Our tour guide Will was amazingly knowledgeable and interesting.
But be ready to walk and keep up!
We had a group who showed up late, could not keep up, and would not read the room that they were repeatedly delaying the entire experience.
A super interesting (and appropriately timed) two hour tour took three hours because of them. Our tour guide accommodated to the detriment of all other participants.
If you cannot show up on time and walk 2 miles at a reasonable pace in the Austin heat, choose another tour so as to not negatively impact those who can.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Hi, Dara - Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re glad you found the tour interesting overall, though we’re truly sorry to hear that delays from other guests impacted your experience.
We always strive to keep the tour moving at a comfortable pace and on schedule, while also being as accommodating as possible. That said, we appreciate you highlighting this—it helps us reinforce expectations around punctuality and group pace for future guests so everyone can enjoy the full experience as intended.
We hope you’ll consider joining us again for a smoother experience next time.
Best regards,
Walking Tours of Austin
Jan_M, Jun 2026
Great trip. Captain Max was friendly, easygoing and knowledgeable. Great weather, pretty sunset but also saw a lot of birds as well as the gorgeous homes around the lake. Would definitely book again.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
So glad you enjoyed your tour, Jan!
Best regards,
Walking Tours of Austin
cmartin871, Jun 2026
Jude was an excellent tour guide! I enjoyed listening to his English accent as he led us through the eight murders that took place in Austin in the late 1800s. He took us through the chronology of events, describing the scene and events in detail, yet without being unnecessarily graphic. He explained several different theories related to the killer’s identity and why he was never caught. Even though the weather wasn’t cooperative or pleasant, Jude made the evening both interesting and enjoyable. Highly recommend!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you so much for joining us on Murder Walk Austin and for taking the time to leave such a detailed review! We’re thrilled to hear Jude made the tour so engaging and that you enjoyed his storytelling, historical detail, and thoughtful approach to the cases.
We’re also glad he was able to keep the experience enjoyable despite the weather not cooperating—our guides always do their best to make the night memorable no matter what.
We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you again on another tour soon!
Best regards,
Walking Tours of Austin
JD_S, Jun 2026
Tyler was so well-versed in the history of what happened here in Austin in the 1880s and he was very animated in his presentation. We got hit with pop up thunderstorms and a little wet but Tyler looked for places to stay as dry as possible and made the tour work even in the rain.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you so much for joining us on Murder Walk Austin and for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review! We’re thrilled to hear Tyler was so knowledgeable and engaging, and that he brought Austin’s 1880s history to life in such an animated way.
We’re especially glad to hear he handled the pop-up thunderstorms so well and made sure the group stayed as comfortable and dry as possible while keeping the tour going smoothly.
We truly appreciate your support and hope to see you again on another tour soon!
Best regards,
Walking Tours of Austin
Pilgram_T, May 2026
Will did an excellent job in telling ghost stories. My son and I had signed up for the Murder Tour which got cancelled. We were offered the ghost tour...I don't believe in ghosts, but Will made th tour fun and interesting! It was filled with history and interesting facts. He also took the time afterwards with no prompting from us and have us information from the murder tour! This was extremely interesting. Thank you, Will! You did an awesome job!!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you so much for joining us on the Ghost Walk Austin and for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review! We’re thrilled to hear Will made the experience so fun and informative, and that he was able to bring Austin’s history and stories to life for you.
We’re also glad he was able to share additional information from the Murder Tour afterward—he truly goes above and beyond for our guests.
We appreciate your support and hope to see you again on another tour soon!
Best regards,
Walking Tours of Austin
N8erjb, May 2026
Just a fantastic experience. Tyler was soo knowledgeable and passionate. Really brought the experience to life
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a fantastic experience. Tyler truly loves sharing his knowledge and passion, and we’re so glad that came through and helped bring the experience to life for you. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to him. Hope to welcome you back again soon!
Best regards,
Walking Tours of Austin
Dana_B, May 2026
Shannon was extremely knowledgeable & the tour was great! Highly recommend it. So interesting & pol!
Response from Host, May 2026
Hi, Dana! Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed your tour with Shannon—she does an amazing job sharing her knowledge and bringing the history to life. It’s great to know you found it so interesting and enjoyable, and we truly appreciate your recommendation!
We hope to see you again on another Austin tour soon!
Best regards,
Walking Tours of Austin
Christopher_B, Apr 2026
It was a lot of fun. Me and my gf had a really good time. Will was a really good and entertaining guide. Wear comfortable shoes when you go. We will definitely be doing the Ghost tour next time too. Thanks😁
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hi, Christopher - Thank you so much for the great review! We’re glad to hear you and your girlfriend had such a fun time on the tour with Will. He does a fantastic job keeping things entertaining while sharing the history of Austin, and we’re happy you enjoyed the experience together.
We appreciate the tip about comfortable shoes—that’s great advice for future guests! And we’re excited to hear you’re planning to join us for the Ghost Tour next time.
Thanks again for coming out with us!
Best regards,
Walking Tours of Austin
Rebekah_K, Apr 2026
Fantastic experience and Tyler was amazing! This is a fascinating piece of history and Tyler was engaging throughout. Cannot recommend enough.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hi, Rebekah! Thank you so much for the amazing review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a fantastic experience on the Austin Murder Walk and that Tyler kept you engaged throughout. He really enjoys sharing this fascinating and important part of Austin’s history, and we’re glad it resonated with you.
We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you again for another tour soon!
Best regards,
Walking Tours of Austin
Quentin_K, Apr 2026
Tyler was very knowledgeable and took the time to answer any questions. It’s definitely an interesting part of history and would recommend the tour to anyone.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hi, Quentin! Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re really glad to hear Tyler was able to make the experience informative and engaging for you, and that you enjoyed learning more about this fascinating part of Austin’s history.
We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you again on another tour soon!
Best regards,
Walking Tours of Austin
Josh_G, Mar 2026
Will was the best!! Unbelievably knowledgeable and passionate, really took us back in time, great experience
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Hi, Josh! Thank you so much for the amazing review! We’re thrilled to hear that Will made such a strong impression. His passion and deep knowledge truly bring the past to life, and it’s wonderful to know you felt transported back in time. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to him—he’ll really appreciate it! So glad you had a great experience, and we hope to see you again soon!
Best regards,
Walking Tours of Austin
Christa_W, Mar 2026
Great Austin & Texan history sites seen all along the walk. It was an easy pace, very informative and knowledgeable tales of each place we visited.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed exploring Austin and Texas history along the walk. It’s wonderful to know that the pace and stories made the tour both informative and enjoyable. We appreciate you joining us and hope to see you on another adventure soon!
Best regards,
Walking Tours of Austin
Jacqueline_P, Feb 2026
Will is an extraordinary guide. Love the passion and genuine friendliness. I’d do it again! Also you must try a Doritos locos taco from Taco Bell!
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you for the awesome review, Jacqueline! We’re so glad you enjoyed your time with Will — his passion and genuine friendliness really do make the experience special. And we love the bonus tip… a Doritos Locos Taco is definitely a bold post-tour recommendation! Hope to have you join us again soon!
Best regards,
Walking Tours of Austin
Kristin_K, Jan 2026
This tour is great for True Crimes fans! A leisure walk around downtown led by a well educated history buff.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Hi, Kristin! Thank you so much for the great review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the tour and appreciated the true crime stories mixed with Austin’s fascinating history. Our guides love sharing these stories, and we’re glad the relaxed pace made it even more enjoyable. We hope to welcome you back for another walk soon!
Best regards,
Walking Tours of Austin
Page_K, Jan 2026
Will was an awesome tour guide. Very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the history of these murders. We had a great time!
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review, Page! We’re so glad you had a great time and that Will made the experience memorable. He truly loves sharing the history behind these stories, and his enthusiasm really brings them to life. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to him. Thanks for joining us, and we hope to see you again soon!
Best regards,
Walking Tours of Austin
Scott_H, Dec 2025
Learned a lot about the history of the Midnight Assassin and the city of Austin. Had a great time, our tour guide Will was awesome!
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Hi, Scott! Thank you so much for sharing! We’re thrilled to hear you had a great time on Murder Walk Austin and enjoyed learning about the history of the Midnight Assassin and the city. Will will be happy to hear your kind words—he truly loves sharing these stories with guests!
Best regards,
Walking Tours of Austin
Joe_C, Dec 2025
Filled with lots of knowledge and info! There were pictures, and this case is still unsolved. It was pretty interesting. The tour guide was passionate about this topic, and she had so many details memorized. It was wild. I couldn't talk that in depth about anything.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Hi, Joe! Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear you found the tour so interesting and engaging. It’s great to know that your guide’s passion and detailed knowledge made the experience memorable.
We really appreciate you joining us and hope to see you again for another adventure soon!
Best regards,
Walking Tours of Austin
Michael_B, Nov 2025
We had such a great time. Learned so much and the ending was wonderful. A must do in Austin. Thanks again.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you so much for your fantastic review, Michael! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a great time and enjoyed learning along the way. It’s wonderful to know the ending left a lasting impression.
We truly appreciate you joining us and hope to see you again on another Austin adventure!
Best regards,
Walking Tours of Austin
Donna_B, Nov 2025
My sweet friend and co-worker were in Austin for a work trip. We decided to take this tour on our last night before we went back home. This was an AMAZING experience!! Our tour guide, Will, was the BEST! I have been on tours like these in other states and this one doesn't even compare!! If you are ever in Austin, you have to go!! You will learn so much about the city of Austin and the history of the murders!! And you have got to request Will!! He was better than any tour guide I have had in other states. His knowledge about this was great!! If I wasn't scheduled for a super early flight the next morning, I would have loved to stay and ask more questions about all this. I am hard of hearing and read lips most of the time. If you are worried about not being able to hear on busy streets, don't be! Will talks at a very good speed and volume. I didn't have a problem at all not being able to hear. If I could rate more stars, I definitely would!! Try it out! You won't be disappointed! Donna (from Alabama) :)
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you so much for this incredible review, Donna! We’re thrilled to hear that you and your friend had such an amazing experience and that Will made such a memorable impression. It’s wonderful to know his knowledge, storytelling, and pacing made the tour enjoyable and accessible for you.
We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and can’t wait to welcome you back if you’re ever in Austin again. Your recommendation means so much to us—thank you!
Best regards,
Walking Tours of Austin
Laura_J, Oct 2025
We had a great time. A lot of information was given about the murders. Interesting to see where they happened. You get in your steps for the day!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you, Laura! We’re thrilled you enjoyed Murder Walk Austin and found the stories and locations engaging. It’s great to hear you got in some steps while exploring the city’s darker history!
Best regards,
Walking Tours of Austin
Donna_J, Sep 2025
My husband and I found it really interesting and also fun to experience the city in a different way by learning about some of the (unfortunate) parts of Austin’s history.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Hi, Donna! Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear that you and your husband enjoyed experiencing Austin from a new perspective and learning about its history. We’re glad it was both interesting and fun for you, and we hope to see you on another tour soon!
Best regards,
Walking Tours of Austin
Blake_B, Aug 2025
An amazing tour! Will was sensational and had us engaged from the moment he began speaking. The twist at the ending was mind blowing.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Wow, Blake! Thank you so much for your enthusiastic review! We’re thrilled to hear that Will kept you engaged from start to finish and that the twist at the end left such an impression. It’s wonderful to know you enjoyed the tour so much — we truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back on another adventure soon!
Best regards,
Walking Tours of Austin
Kristi_B, Aug 2025
Our guide, Will, was so knowledgeable on the Midnight Assassin. We were all intrigued with his story telling and the bonus information he shared. Worth every penny!!
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you so much for your fantastic review, Kristi! We’re thrilled to hear that Will’s storytelling and knowledge of the Midnight Assassin kept you intrigued throughout the tour. We love sharing these unique stories, and it’s wonderful to know you found the experience worth every penny. We hope to welcome you back on another tour soon!
Best regards,
Walking Tours of Austin
Lindsay_T, Jul 2025
Our guide, Tyler, was great! Very knowledgeable and even offered up a fantastic taco shop recommendation that we tried and LOVED!
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Thank you so much for the review! That’s what I love about Tyler, not only is he a true crime aficionado, he knows all the best taco joints!
Please come back as he is again soon.
warm regards,
Walking Tours of Austin
Nancy_H, Jul 2025
It is a real crime experience. Tyler was extremely knowledgeable and excited to share his well researched information!
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Thanks so much! This review made my day!
We are huge, true crime fans at Walking Tours of Austin, and the story of the serial murders of 1885 is arguably the greatest true crime story in the nation. It is worthy of thorough research, and great storytelling.
Please come back and see it again soon, and spread the word!
True crime regards,
Walking Tours of Austin
Amy_M, Jun 2025
Will was such a great Midnight Murderer tour guide. So engaging and very knowledgeable. You will be mind blown! Bring water, good walking shoes and mosquito spray. So FUN!!!!!!!!!!
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thanks so much for your true crime review! We agree, Will is a fantastic story teller and really knows his stuff when it comes to the horrific work of the “midnight assassin”, America’s first serial killer. Hard to believe it all took place right here in the streets of Austin back in 1885!
Hope you can come back and see us again soon, Since you enjoyed the murder walk, you might really enjoy Ghost Walk Austin👻
Best, Walking Tours of Austin
Craig_L, May 2025
Guide was awesome. So great to listen to. Wrapped us up in the story. Highly recommend to anyone interested in a casual walk and great story.
Response from Host, May 2025
Thank you so much for your review and high recommendation, Craig! Our guides really enjoy what they do and its quite obvious in their tours. :-) Murder Walk tells such a fascinating, yet little known, part of Austin's history and we are so glad you enjoyed it. Please come back and see us again!
Best Regards,
Walking Tours of Austin
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Sarah_H, Apr 2025
Austin Murder walk was a great experience. Our guide was very knowledgeable and seemed to know everything about the first serial killer of Austin.
Response from Host, May 2025
Hi, Sarah! Thank you so much for your review. We are so glad you enjoyed Murder Walk Austin. Agreed, our guides know so much about the Servant Girl Annihilator and the history behind the story. Please come back and see us again!
Best Regards,
Walking Tours of Austin
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