10 Historical & Heritage Tours in Galveston Island That You Shouldn't Miss

*Tour safe on an Air Conditioned, Private Tour for your party only. *Free hotel pickup *8hr Full Day Tour *Free admission to a selected museum,1 hr city tour of Houston landmarks, attractions, hear about Lifestyles of the Rich & Famous on a visit to elaborate River Oaks before transport to Galveston for more history and sightseeing. *Island stories range from pirates to Great Storm of 1900. * Discover why Frank Sinatra, Bob Hope, Dean Martin and other celebrities were regulars on the island. *See landmarks, statues and monuments such as Ft. Crockett, Moody Mansion and more. * Free entry to CHOICE OF (1)..... Texas Railroad Museum, Moody Mansion, Bishop's Palace, Ocean Star Museum, USS Stewart / USS Cavalla or Grand Opera House 1894. *Take ferry ride across bay to Dolphin watch. *Gift shop and dine before return to Houston hotel. * Complimentary bottled water, snacks while touring. *Galveston Island is 50 miles/ 80 KM from Houston and a 1 hour drive. *Free souvenir

Inclusions: Professional guide / Certified Tourism Ambassador for Galveston Texas, Hotel pickup and drop-off (INSIDE CENTRAL HOUSTON ONLY), Bottled water/ salted snacks, 1 FREE SOUVENIR per every 2 in your group, Entry to selected museum

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Food and drinks, Gratuities

Return to a time when the mob ran Galveston and their guests were treated as if they were family. When you crossed the bridge you enter "The Free State of Galveston," where the only rules were mob rules. The stars of the era were world class entertainers brought in to perform in the casinos, including Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr., and Dean Martin. Everyone was enjoying their own "Vegas Dream" right here in Galveston.

Inclusions: Experienced Tour Guide

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Return to a time when the mob ran Galveston and their guests were treated as if they were family. When you crossed the bridge you enter "The Free State of Galveston," where the only rules were mob rules. The stars of the era were world class entertainers brought in to perform in the casinos, including Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr., and Dean Martin. Everyone was enjoying their own "Vegas Dream" right here in Galveston.

Inclusions: Experienced Tour Guide

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Return to a time when the mob ran Galveston and their guests were treated as if they were family. When you crossed the bridge you enter "The Free State of Galveston," where the only rules were mob rules. The stars of the era were world class entertainers brought in to perform in the casinos, including Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr., and Dean Martin. Everyone was enjoying their own "Vegas Dream" right here in Galveston.

Inclusions: Experienced Tour Guide

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The stories that you’ll hear as we venture on our 1½ hour walking Ghost Tour, past the gilded mansions and palaces are only whispered about on Galveston. People here are too afraid to open a dialog with the dead… afraid to unlock the gates of hell. We’ll unravel the horrible, scary secrets that lurk inside the ghost sanctuaries… secrets kept for the past 150 years! We have researched stacks of photographs and letters from those who won’t stay dead! We dive warily into the haunted past and uncover the reasons why this unstoppable paranormal force still grips the island. Bring your garlic, crosses and silver bullets as we descend into the ghost hunt darkness. This Ghost tour is for believers and nonbelievers alike. You’ll turn from skeptic to ghost hunter and learn about Galveston’s unparalleled and fascinating paranormal history along way. This tour is appropriate for all ages. But beware, you may have to run fast… very fast to escape the clutches of the ghosts.

Inclusions: Experienced Tour Guide

Exclusions: Parking Fees

Our goes tour guides take you on a grand expedition through the historic silk stocking district and beyond while you soak in the sights and sounds of our eerie haunted island. We guarantee to the delight even the most skeptical ghost hunter. Our guides offer a unique, rich history on all that Galveston Island is and was and why this special place is considered the most haunted city in the United States. Our tours are meticulously researched and conducted by professionals. They are designed to scare, entertain, and educate.

Inclusions: Certified Guide

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Galveston Haunted Cemetery Tour is our all-ages cemetery tour where you’ll spend the evening touring Galveston’s Old City Cemetery and Trinity Episcopal Cemetery discussing the cemetery symbolism, yellow fever, The Great Storm, and of course, ghosts and hauntings.

Inclusions: Walking Tour

Exclusions: No Transportation, No Hotel Pickup/ Drop- Off, Gratuity Not Included

On the Magical History Tour, our experienced tour guides will take you on a tremendous Segway journey. We’ll start with the famous downtown area of Galveston – the Strand Historic District. For a time, it was also known as “The Wall Street of the South.”

Inclusions: Local guide / guided tour, Use of Segway

Exclusions: Insurance

Return to a time when the mob ran Galveston and their guests were treated as if they were family. When you crossed the bridge you enter "The Free State of Galveston," where the only rules were mob rules. The stars of the era were world class entertainers brought in to perform in the casinos, including Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr., and Dean Martin. Everyone was enjoying their own "Vegas Dream" right here in Galveston.

Inclusions: Guided tour

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One of a kind tour that showcases the history, wildlife, architecture, and local lifestyle that Galveston Island has to offer. Minimum 2 persons per tour.

Inclusions: Use of bicycle, Use of helmet

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