Haunted places in Texas

The Alamo

Historic mission San Antonio, TX

Founded as a Spanish mission, the Alamo was the site of the 1836 battle during the Texas Revolution. Visitors and staff have long reported figures in the shadows and a feeling of being watched.

Visiting: Open daily with free general admission and guided tours; check the official site for hours.Official site →

The Driskill

Historic hotel Austin, TX

Cattleman Jesse Driskill opened the hotel in 1886, and it remains Austin's oldest operating hotel. Guests report a young girl on the grand staircase, the smell of cigars and figures linked to the hotel's founder.

Visiting: Operating hotel and bar on Sixth Street.Official site →

The Menger Hotel

Historic hotel San Antonio, TX

Opened in 1859 next to the Alamo, the Menger hosted many famous guests, and Theodore Roosevelt recruited Rough Riders at its bar. Guests and staff report a maid in old-fashioned dress and other figures.

Visiting: Operating hotel with a historic bar.Official site →

Ghost stories are shared as folklore. Hours, tours and access change — always check with the site before you go, and never enter private or closed property.

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