Dallas: Haunted Bar Walking Tour & Ghost Stories Downtown

Summary

Ghost stories, haunted bars, laughter and chills in dallas

You’ll walk through downtown Dallas with a costumed local guide, stopping at up to four historic haunted bars for drinks and ghost stories. Expect laughter, maybe some chills, plenty of local color, and time to soak in both the spirits in your glass and those rumored to linger nearby.

What’s the experience like?

“You hear that?” our guide whispered, half-grinning, as we squeezed into the old tavern off Main Street. I’d just taken my first sip of something smoky (can’t remember the name — the bartender said it was a Dallas classic), and honestly, I was more focused on the creaky floorboards than any ghost. The group was already trading nervous glances. Someone’s phone buzzed and we all jumped. It’s funny how much you notice little sounds when someone’s telling you a place is haunted.

I liked that our guide — she called herself Miss Ruby — didn’t rush us between stops. She wore this velvet cape that looked like it belonged in a theater closet, and she had stories about every corner we passed. At Pegasus Plaza, she pointed up at the neon horse glowing over downtown Dallas (“That thing’s watched more weird stuff than any of us,” she said). We wandered past hotels with tragic histories; at one point, I caught a whiff of old perfume in the lobby and wondered if it was just someone passing by or… well, who knows.

The haunted Dallas bar crawl part made it feel less like a history lesson and more like hanging out with new friends — even if some were invisible. We stopped at four different bars (each one older than the last), and there was always time to grab a drink or just listen to Miss Ruby spin another creepy tale. I tried saying “ganbei” at one stop (no idea why — blame the whiskey) and got a laugh from the bartender. By the end, my feet were tired but I kind of wanted to keep going just to see what else might happen after dark in downtown Dallas.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Haunted Dallas walking and pub tour

• Start tour with ghost stories
• Visit haunted hotels near park
• Pass by haunted theatre
• See famous art installation
• Stop for drinks and ghost tales
• Learn about giant downtown pegasus
• Visit historic haunted tavern
• Pass by most haunted hotel
• Hear stories of past tragedies
• Enjoy drink and live music

Top questions

How long does the Dallas haunted bar tour last?

The walking tour lasts approximately 2.5 hours.

Are drinks included on the haunted Dallas bar crawl?

No, drinks are not included; guests can purchase their own at each stop.

How many bars do we visit on this Dallas ghost tour?

You’ll stop at up to four historic bars during the tour.

Is there an age requirement for this Dallas haunted pub crawl?

Yes, all guests must be 21 or older with valid photo ID.

Is this walking tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, all areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible.

Will there be a local guide leading the tour?

Yes, a costumed local guide leads each group through downtown Dallas.

Does the tour include hotel pickup?

No, hotel pickup is not included; you meet at a central location downtown.

What’s included

Your evening includes guided stops at up to four historic haunted bars in downtown Dallas with plenty of time for drinks (not included), all led by a costumed local guide sharing ghost stories along a 2.5-hour walking route through famous sites and hidden corners alike.