Austin True Crime Walking Tour

Trace Austin's 1885 midnight assassin case with storyteller-led accounts of the crimes, victims, and enduring mystery. Explore the historic settings connected to one of the city's darkest chapters.

• Investigate exact locations tied to the 1885 killings
• Examine competing theories about the midnight assassin's identity
• Hear in-depth accounts of the victims and the year of terror
• Explore historic downtown streets at a leisurely pace
• Take short rests along the walk
• Plan for optional drinks purchased separately

Itinerary

1. Meet at the intersection of Bowie and West 6th Street (corner of Whole Foods).
2. Walk approximately 2 miles through West 6th Street, Guy Town and the Warehouse District while investigating crime locations.
3. Stop for a drink break at Stephen F's Bar and Terrace.
4. Conclude the tour after returning toward the meeting area.

Important details

• Arrive 10 minutes before departure
• Bring an umbrella if light rain is expected
• Expect uneven pavement, curb ramps, inclines, and busy pedestrian areas