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Galveston Walking History Tour

By Historic Galveston Ghost Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is $29 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 30m
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  • Instant confirmation
Overview

Follow along for the extensive & detailed history of Galveston’s storied past on this immersive 90-min walking tour through the island’s most historic locations.

From hurricane-scarred landmarks to the scandalous backstreets of the old “Red Light District,” you’ll discover the bold characters, hidden stories, and cultural forces that shaped the Free State of Galveston.

We’ll stroll through beautifully preserved 19th-century architecture, explore how Galveston rose to become Texas’s richest city, and reveal how vice, wealth, and resilience collided in a city that refused to follow the rules.

Hear tales of notorious madams, underground saloons, and political deals made behind lace curtains—all just steps from grand theaters and elegant homes. Whether you’re a history buff, architecture lover, or simply curious about Galveston’s secret past, this tour delivers a captivating, eye-opening journey through the city’s complex legacy.

Bring the family and see Galveston in a whole new light!

Activity location

  • Galveston Railroad Museum
    • 2602 Santa Fe Pl,
    • 77550-1479, Galveston, Texas, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 123 Rosenberg St
    • 123 Rosenberg Street
    • 77550, Galveston, Texas, United States

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Galveston Walking History Tour
  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 12:00pm
Price details
$29.49 x 1 Adult$29.49
Total
Price is $29.49
Until Tue, Aug 26

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate Tour Guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedSpecialized Tour

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • 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

Activity itinerary

Galveston Railroad Museum
  • 15m
Here we will introduce this tour, speak about basic Galveston history, and the Railroad Museum history.
Saengerfest Park
  • 15m
We discuss the importance of The Strand street, Saengerfest Park, Galveston's Mardi Gras, and it's prior life as the "Wall Street of the South"
Absolute Equality Mural
  • 15m
Discuss the significance of this mural and the important role that Galveston played in the Juneteenth historical holiday.
Hendley Green
  • 15m
We speak about The Strand street history and the significance of the surviving Rosenberg Fountains
Grand 1894 Opera House
  • 15m
We share the interesting history around the Grand Opera House.
Red Light Coffee Roasters
  • 15m
We share the scandalous history of Galveston's Red Light District & the vice era that gripped Galveston for over 70 years.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESGalveston Railroad Museum
    • 2602 Santa Fe Pl,
    • 77550-1479, Galveston, Texas, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE123 Rosenberg St
    • 123 Rosenberg Street
    • 77550, Galveston, Texas, United States

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