The Dead by Moonlight Ghost Tour
Overview
Explore Houston’s darker side on this adults-only (16+) night walking tour through downtown. Follow your guide to historic locations tied to real crimes, political scandals, and reported hauntings. Hear documented stories, local legends, and eyewitness accounts connected to the city’s past - from early marketplaces and grand hotels to modern landmarks. As you move through Houston after dark, discover the events and figures that left a lasting imprint on the city... and why some stories are said to linger.
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What's Included
✓ Included
- In-person guide
✗ Not Included
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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Stop 1
The birthplace of Houston, Market Square Park once housed the city’s earliest markets, ports, and government buildings. Fires, accidents, crime, and brutal labor conditions shaped the district, and many believe the residual energy of those events still lingers in the park after dark.
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Stop 2
Long rumored to be one of Houston’s most haunted locations, McIntyre's (former Spaghetti Warehouse) has served many purposes over the years. Reports of apparitions, unexplained movement, and strange encounters cluster around its elevator and interior spaces.
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Stop 3
Once Houston’s grandest hotel, The Rice is steeped in scandal, political history, and murder. From the mysterious death of its namesake benefactor to reports of lingering guests and unexplained activity, the building’s legacy is as eerie as it is influential.
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Stop 4
Built as monuments to love and perseverance, these iconic towers are tied to the Esperson family’s rise and loss. Employees and visitors have reported apparitions, elevator disturbances, and shadowy figures believed to be connected to the buildings’ original owners.
Meeting & End Point
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Meeting Point
The corner of Travis Street and Congress Street under the clock tower.
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End Point
Your tour will end at the Alley Theatre.
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Good to Know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels