From the chilling tales of Big Foot to the lingering spirits of the haunted hotel that steven Spielberg reportedly saw a spirit that inspired the movie Poltergeist, this tour will guide you in the footsteps of the past, uncovering the stories and secrets that have shaped this remarkable town. Go at your own pace, stop and go as you please. This is smartphone guided and plays automatically (using GPS) as you walk. it's step by step navigated and designed to be hands free. The tour takes roughly one hour without stopping. But feel free to stop in at one of the haunted drinking establishments for refreshments, if you dare!
Highlights
From 50 minutes to 1 hour and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 50 minutes to 1 hour and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Smartphone guided Walking tour on our walking tour app
Tour never expires and you can take it anytime
Location aware tour that plays as you walk
learn the history and haunted stories of Jefferson, TX
No food, drinks, admission or in person guide, this is a smartphone guided tour app all outside
Meeting Points
Departure
Jefferson Bigfoot Statue
The tour starts at the big foot statue, just across from the Jefferson Tourism and Visitor Center. You'll hear about the history of Big foot, and then be guided step by step through Jefferson learning it's spooky history.
Return
The Historic Jefferson Hotel
The tour ends at one of the most haunted spots in the city, the old Jefferson Hotel. You'll hear the history of the hotel and why it's so haunted!
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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From the chilling tales of Big Foot to the lingering spirits of the haunted hotel that steven Spielberg reportedly saw a spirit that inspired the movie Poltergeist, this tour will guide you in the footsteps of the past, uncovering the stories and secrets that have shaped this remarkable town. Go at your own pace, stop and go as you please. This is smartphone guided and plays automatically (using GPS) as you walk. it's step by step navigated and designed to be hands free. The tour takes roughly one hour without stopping. But feel free to stop in at one of the haunted drinking establishments for refreshments, if you dare!
Highlights
From 50 minutes to 1 hour and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 50 minutes to 1 hour and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Smartphone guided Walking tour on our walking tour app
Tour never expires and you can take it anytime
Location aware tour that plays as you walk
learn the history and haunted stories of Jefferson, TX
No food, drinks, admission or in person guide, this is a smartphone guided tour app all outside
Meeting Points
Departure
Jefferson Bigfoot Statue
The tour starts at the big foot statue, just across from the Jefferson Tourism and Visitor Center. You'll hear about the history of Big foot, and then be guided step by step through Jefferson learning it's spooky history.
Return
The Historic Jefferson Hotel
The tour ends at one of the most haunted spots in the city, the old Jefferson Hotel. You'll hear the history of the hotel and why it's so haunted!
Itinerary
1
Jefferson Bigfoot Statue
The tour starts at the big foot statue, just across from the Jefferson Tourism and Visitor Center. You'll hear about the history of Big foot, and then be guided step by step through Jefferson learning it's spooky history.
10 minutes
2
Old Mill Antiques
The tour stops at the old gris mill where you'll hear the history of the city, it's boom times, and the spirits that linger.
3
Marion County Courthouse
The tour stops outside the old courthouse where you'll hear about the judge that is said to haunt this spot and the tales of the cases that once took place here.
4
Historic Kahn Hotel
This is the spot of the historic Kahn Saloon, where wild west outlaws once visited, and locals say, still do.
5
The Excelsior House Hotel
This haunted hotel is full of spirits and is said to have inspired Steven Spielberg to write one of the spookiest movies of all tie.
6
Haywood House Restaurant & Cocktail Bar
This old restaurant was once a rough and tough saloon that welcomed the wild wests wildest. And customers say they stuck around.
7
McGarity's Restaurant & Saloon® -- Jefferson, TX
A boom time saloon that was started by its faithful owner and it's said he stuck around. You'll hear it's history and the spirits here.
8
East Austin Street
You'll explore the haunted streets of Jefferson and see the haunted establishments as you hear the stories of it's history and ghostly tales of the spirits that still lurk here.
50 minutes
9
The Historic Jefferson Hotel
This is one of the most haunted spots in the city. You'll hear about the history and the little girl that lurks here.
