Everything’s bigger in Texas — including the ghost stories. From dusty saloons in the Stockyards to haunted hotels on the coast, the Lone Star State is crawling with spirits, legends, and paranormal activity that’s just begging to be explored.
Whether you’re planning a spooky road trip or just want to dive into local lore, we’ve rounded up ten of the most haunted places in Texas you can actually visit — and explore with a guided ghost tour. Let’s hit the haunted highway.
1. Fort Worth Stockyards
The Stockyards are full of Western history — but they’re also full of ghosts. The White Elephant Saloon and Miss Molly’s Hotel are known for cowboy hauntings, and visitors regularly report phantom footsteps and mysterious voices.
🎟️ Book the Fort Worth Stockyards Ghost Tour & Pub Crawl to hear tales of outlaws, lawmen, and lingering spirits in the city’s wildest neighborhood.
2. Downtown Dallas
From the historic West End to eerie back alleys, Dallas has more than its fair share of supernatural history. Local legends include haunted hotels, hidden tunnels, and ghost sightings tied to JFK-era secrets.
🍸 The Dallas Ghost Tour Pub Crawl mixes local lore with bar stops for a fun and spooky night out in Big D.
3. Austin’s Historic Core
You don’t have to look far for hauntings in Texas’ capital city. Austin’s Driskill Hotel is one of the most famously haunted spots in the state, and eerie tales swirl around historic theaters, alleys, and taverns downtown.
👻 Experience it firsthand on the Austin Ghost Tour — a must-do for fans of haunted history.
4. San Antonio’s Alamo City After Dark
San Antonio is Texas’ most haunted city — and for good reason. The Alamo itself is said to be home to ghostly soldiers, and the surrounding streets are packed with centuries-old stories.
🍹 Take it all in on the Death Warmed Over San Antonio Haunted Pub Crawl — a chilling mix of true tales and tequila.
5. Corpus Christi’s Coastal Haunts
Shipwrecks, old hotels, and storm-lashed spirits make Corpus Christi one of Texas’ most underrated paranormal hotspots. Ghosts of sailors and soldiers are said to still roam the waterfront.
🚶 Book the Corpus Christi Walking Ghost Tour for a ghostly look at the city’s darker side.
6. Galveston Island
Galveston is a storm-battered island with a deeply haunted past. The Great Storm of 1900 left thousands dead — and many believe their souls never left. Add in pirates, shipwrecks, and haunted hotels, and you’ve got ghost stories for days.
🌊 Discover them all on the Galveston Ghost Tour, which includes stops in the Strand and along the seawall.
7. Houston’s Haunted History
Texas’ largest city hides centuries of secrets beneath its modern skyline. Stories of haunted hospitals, old hotels, and a cursed theatre district make downtown Houston a must-visit for ghost hunters.
📜 Don’t miss the Houston Haunted Dark History Tour for tales of murder, mayhem, and mystery.
8. El Paso’s Wild West Spirits
El Paso is a city of ghosts — from haunted saloons to outlaw tales in the desert. The Sun City has roots in borderland legends and cowboy conflict, all of which feed its paranormal reputation.
🤠 Explore the area’s ghostly frontier on the Sun City Ghosts Tour.
9. Waco’s Haunted Legends
From the riverfront to old inns, Waco is packed with creepy legends and unsolved mysteries. Don’t be surprised if you leave this small town with big chills.
🕯️ Walk through its eerie side with the Waco Haunts and Legends Ghost Tour.
10. Your Own Ghost Road Trip
Why stop at one? Use this list as the ultimate haunted Texas bucket list. From the coast to the desert, there’s a ghost tour for every region — and they’re all easy to book.
🎟️ Browse all available tours across the state on our Tours and Tickets page.
Tips for a Spooky Texas Adventure
• 👟 Dress for walking — most tours cover a few city blocks.
• 📸 Bring your camera or phone. Some guests claim to catch orbs or shadows!
• 🌙 Book a tour at dusk or after dark for the best haunted vibes.
• 💬 Ask your guide questions! Many are locals with firsthand stories and historic tidbits you won’t find online.
Ready to Meet the Ghosts of Texas?
Whether you’re planning a ghost-hunting getaway or just adding a little thrill to your weekend, Texas has plenty of haunted stories to share. These cities may look friendly by day — but after sunset, the spirits come out to play.
👉 Book your haunted tour across Texas now and see why the Lone Star State is a ghost lover’s dream.
