Austin Ripper Murder Mystery Walking Tour

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.

Meeting Point

701 Congress Ave.

701 Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78701, USA

We meet outside the Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel just off Congress Avenue near the corner of 7th & Congress. Also on that corner is a restaurant called Roaring Fork.

What's included:

• Tour Guide

Not included:

• Gratuity
• Drinks

What to expect:

Duration: between 1 hour, 30 minutes and 2 hours

Congress Avenue

1st to 11th Street, Austin, 78701, Texas

One of Austin's oldest two roads, we'll set the scene, see what the characters in our story saw, and immerse ourselves in the setting of the murders. The tour begins briefly on Congress, and then we return to walk down Congress mid-way through the tour.

30 minutes

Austin History Center

810 Guadalupe St, , Austin, 78701-2314, Texas

Outside the History Center, an art deco building that was Austin's first library, we'll discuss the secrets behind digging up the truth about Austin's dark past.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

The Stephen F. Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel

701 Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78701, USA

At our half-way point, we'll stop back in to the Stephen F Austin Hotel to head up to the Stephen F Bar. The bar is family friendly and features the only terrace overlooking Congress Ave. Guest's are welcome to purchase an alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage at the bar to enjoy while we examine the rumors and theories that existed at the time of these events.

20 minutes

San Jacinto Boulevard

San Jacinto Blvd, Austin, TX, USA

We'll walk down the road where 4 of the 8 murders happened, and uncover the unthinkable mysteries of the murders the occurred here.

30 minutes

The Driskill

604 Brazos St, , Austin, 78701-3212, Texas

Our tour concludes inside the historic Driskill Hotel, built in 1886.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included