This Chilling Texas Tour Takes You Back To When America’s First Serial Killer Was Terrorizing The Streets Of Austin

Few people know this, but America's first-known serial killer terrorized the streets of none other than Texas' Capital City during the late-1800s. One of the creepiest walking tours in Texas, the Austin Murder Walk lets you trace the footsteps of the "Midnight Assassin" and try to solve the century-old "whodunnit" case.

Have you heard the story of the Servant Girl Annihilator of 1885?

Also known as the "Midnight Assassin," America's first serial killer terrorized the streets of Austin in the late 19th century...and you can trace his footsteps.

Walking Tours of Austin offers several unique, guided experiences, including a morning stroll, pub crawl, ghost tour, and its signature Murder Walk.

This eerie evening excursion is perfect for true crime aficionados - the killer's identity remains unknown, so you get to play detective and try to solve the 130-year-old mystery.

Tour stops include West 6th Street, Guy Town, and the Warehouse District.

You'll also get to have a drink at the iconic Driskill Hotel, which was built around the time of the murders.

All of the tour guides are extremely knowledgeable, and they're also great storytellers.

As they take you through the gruesome timeline of events, you'll be hanging on their every word...even as a chill begins to creep down your spine.

Don't be surprised if you find yourself researching all of the different theories after the tour.

There are so many clues, yet no one has even been able to piece them together and figure out who committed these horrendous crimes. Perhaps you can crack the case?

Visit the Murder Walk listing on Airbnb experiences for more information, including upcoming availability and the current rate.

You can also find Walking Tours of Austin on Facebook and its official website.

The tour departs from the intersection of Bowie and W. 6th Streets, near Whole Foods.

Have you ever taken the Austin Murder Walk? If so, we'd love to hear all about your experience in the comments! Don't forget to check out our previous article for a slightly less spooky guided tour in Austin that takes you on a boat ride beneath millions of bats as they swarm the evening sky.