Haunted Houses in Austin, Texas
True to its eclectic reputation, Austin presents a variety of Halloween options. Beyond the popular descent onto Sixth Street on October 31 and evening bat watching on the South Congress bridge, the Central Texas city has haunted houses to suit people of all ages, ensuring we keep Austin scared. Does this Spark an idea?
House of Torment
Named one of America's scariest Halloween attractions by the Travel Channel, the House of Torment hosts three horror adventures that change in theme annually. Timidly walk through one of two haunted jaunts or take a seat for a cinematic ride, the Haunted 4D Experience. All three attractions open for select dates during September and October.
House of Torment
523 Highland Mall Blvd.
Austin, TX 78752
512-407-9449
thehouseoftorment.com
SCARE for a CURE
Since 2007, SCARE for a CURE has raised over $30,000 for local cancer charities through their haunted house. The Austin non-profit constructs scary storylines that span across 26 stages in the Westlake hills, built entirely by volunteers. Wear clothes you don't mind cleaning or trashing as "blood" or "slime" gets on you during the tour.
SCARE for a CURE
7400 Coldwater Canyon Dr.
Austin, TX 78730
scareforacure.org
Camp Twin Lakes
The YMCA of Williamson County hosts a haunted trek through Twin Lakes Park in Cedar Park during October. If you are seeking a less frightening experience, a family walk-through with no monsters and lights on is available. During your visit, check out their pumpkin patch to pick out a future jack-o-lantern.
Camp Twin Lakes
204 E. Little Elm Trail
Cedar Park, TX 787613
512-250-9622
ymcagwc.org
Austin Ghost Tour
The Austin Ghost Tour journeys through the downtown Austin spots containing paranormal activity. The 1.5-hour walking tour starts on the porch of Moonshine Patio Bar & Grill. From there you can listen to ghost stories as you visit haunted buildings in the Warehouse District or take the Old Pecan District Tour, including the Capitol District and the Omni Hotel. Both choices cover the infamous Driskill Hotel, where as chronicled in Fiona Broome's "The Ghosts of Austin, Texas," former owner Colonel Driskill roams the original site of the hotel.
Austin Ghost Tours
617 Congress Ave
Austin, TX 78701
512-853-9826
austinghosttours.com
Moonshine Patio Bar & Grill
303 Red River St.
Austin, TX 78701
512-236-9599
moonshinegrill.com
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