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The 8 Best Bus Tours in Galveston Island, Texas (TX)
Discover the best top things to do in Galveston Island, United States including Private Full-Day Galveston Island and Houston Sightseeing Tour, Historic Port, Pirates and Architecture Bus Tour, Galveston Tour, Ghost Bus Tour in Galveston, Historic Hurricane and Tree Sculpture Bus Tour in Galveston, Houston Sightseeing Tour and Galveston Day Trip, Private Galveston Road Trip Sightseeing Tour, Houston-Galveston Package.
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1. Private Full-Day Galveston Island and Houston Sightseeing Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
*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
Reviewed By DNetraS
The rich history of Texas and story telling of the driver....phenomenal. The bus tour should be the first thing to introduce you to the city and things to do
2. Historic Port, Pirates and Architecture Bus Tour
Overall Ratings
4.6 based on 28 reviews
This historic tour is conducted in a 20 passenger, handicap accessible bus with flat screen audio/video presentation, dual A/C, leather seats with seatbelts as you wind your way past historic homes, the Port of Galveston, the Wharves, Pirate Jean Lafitte's Maison Rouge ruins, UTMB, the Strand, Post Office, and much more. An excellent introduction to the Island and its colorful history.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Free Souvenir Photo, Free parking on non-Seawall side of the street between 12th and 19th Streets.
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Reviewed By patkillianv
I loved the tour!! I moved to Texas 7 years ago and have visited Galveston many times. A friend suggested I read, Isaac’s Storm about the meteorologist in charge during the Great Storm of 1900. I became interested in the history of Galveston and this tour was fantastic. Dr Hal Needham who is an expert on the Storm of 1900 as well as other hurricanes that followed, provides a wonderful picture of the times in 1900 and as they appear today. I was lucky that I was the only person to sign up today for the tour, which made it much more special. The tour takes you from the past to how it all appears today which is a wonderful history lesson for all. I highly recommend considering this tour to gain a perspective of the past and it’s affect of the changes that were made to better secure Galveston for future weather events. Thank you, Dr Hal! You were awesome!
3. Galveston Tour
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
If you want to see all that Galveston Island has to offer, you will want to come with Joyride to capture all the history, fun and excitement that one of the oldest cities in Texas and world has to offer. Our tour guides have the knowledge that very few others have on all of the invites to things like the flood of 1900 that wiped out the city. They know all of the oil and gas facts that kept the city thriving through the rough times of rebuilding. They know where all of the intrigue and mystery that surrounds many of the historic homes and graveyards, as well as what Galveston offers today that makes it thrive like no other city in Texas.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle
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Reviewed By kmmnb
Robby was very friendly and picked us up at our hotel and dropped us off in the front of the stadium. Very comfortable seating and seatbelts
4. Ghost Bus Tour in Galveston
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 54 reviews
The ONLY Ghost tour on a bus in Galveston. So, of course it's a Ghost BUS Tour with audio and video. Hear in the voices and words of those who had the experience themselves, and get a nice bit of Galveston history along the way! We also offer Free WIFI, Free Cell Phone Charging and plenty of information and expertise to help you plan your stay on the Island.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Free parking on non-ocean side of Seawall between 12th and 19th streets., Free Photo with our resident ghost!
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Reviewed By patkillianv
I loved the tour!! I moved to Texas 7 years ago and have visited Galveston many times. A friend suggested I read, Isaac’s Storm about the meteorologist in charge during the Great Storm of 1900. I became interested in the history of Galveston and this tour was fantastic. Dr Hal Needham who is an expert on the Storm of 1900 as well as other hurricanes that followed, provides a wonderful picture of the times in 1900 and as they appear today. I was lucky that I was the only person to sign up today for the tour, which made it much more special. The tour takes you from the past to how it all appears today which is a wonderful history lesson for all. I highly recommend considering this tour to gain a perspective of the past and it’s affect of the changes that were made to better secure Galveston for future weather events. Thank you, Dr Hal! You were awesome!
5. Historic Hurricane and Tree Sculpture Bus Tour in Galveston
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8 reviews
Your tour will feature both a live guide and interactive video presentation by Dr. Hal Needham, one of the nation's leading climate scientists who has traveled the world observing hurricanes for his climate research. Hal's friendly engaging style is both educational and entertaining. As a Galveston Island resident and scientist, he brings a unique perspective to the storms that have ravaged the Island with special focus on the great storm of 1900. You will tour the historic East end of Galveston and viewing the historic homes and beautiful tree sculptures while learning about how the hurricanes over the last 120 years have changed Galveston forever.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Free Parking on business side of Seawall between 12th and 19th streets. , Free souvenir photo.
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Reviewed By Shirley J
We loved seeing the old buildings and hearing their histories. Our guide included his additional stories related to the sites we saw with a sense of humor.
6. Houston Sightseeing Tour and Galveston Day Trip
Overall Ratings
3.6 based on 45 reviews
See the most iconic sites of central Houston and historic Galveston on a 6-hour amazing tour. In Galveston, enjoy free time to explore the famously scenic town, which is located on the Gulf of Mexico. See ornate Victorian mansions, the Galveston Seawall, the Strand historic district and perhaps even hit the beach or amusement park during your visit. You can even get out on the water during a optional dolphin-watching tour with complimentary tickets. Before heading to Galveston, get to know Houston on a 75-minute city tour by double-decker bus. Alternate vehicles may be used according to number of participants ,weather or traffic conditions. Note: 6 hour tour includes travel time to and from attractions.
Inclusions: Professional guide, Air-conditioned vehicle, Optional Dolphin Watching Tour (must specify in special requirements at checkout)
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities
Reviewed By kittyb841
We enjoyed the tour. However, It was disappointing that the Tour Ended with a 7 minute stop at the graffiti area. There were so many historical and spectacular parts of Houston that would have better represented downtown Houston. Saving the best until last certainly did not occur with the conclusion of this Tour. Also , the speaker's voice was muffled during most of the tour too much bass in the audio. Other than these 2 things the Tour was good.
7. Private Galveston Road Trip Sightseeing Tour
This brief road trip tour for group of 4 or less starts with door step pickup from hotel, home in CENTRAL Houston by a certified Ambassador knowledgeable of your destination. Transport to Galveston is 1 hr in Air Conditioned vehicle from our luxury fleet with scenic city views in route while hearing Island history, facts, stories. This mobile tour offers views of Galveston Island, Galveston Bay, Galveston Beach Seawall, Strand and Port of Galveston as well as historical churches, cemeteries, statues, monuments, early Victorian Homes, mansions and museums to be seen in 1 hr. Step out long enough for quick photo as your tour is private and consist of your party only. After a 1 hour cruise through the island a restroom break is offered before the 1 hour return to hotel. Travelers can opt to skip the island tour for direct drop at a destination for 1 hour of ocean view dining, gift shop, Margaritas or beach walk. FREE Souvenir, grace time for diners. Total 3hrs or upgrade in options
Inclusions: Guided by Certified Tourism Ambassador, Pickup from SELECTED hotels in central Houston area. Areas outside central require additional fee, Light refreshments, Maps, Restroom stops and photo shoots anywhere on request, Transport by luxury sedan, SUV , VAN or BUS
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By DNetraS
The rich history of Texas and story telling of the driver....phenomenal. The bus tour should be the first thing to introduce you to the city and things to do
8. Houston-Galveston Package
This is an all inclusive package from airport pickup, to two full tours and airport delivery! Come and enjoy the greater Houston-Galveston area and let Joyride Houston be your private drivers and tour guides.
Inclusions: Private transportation
Exclusions: Snacks, Soda/Pop
Reviewed By kmmnb
Robby was very friendly and picked us up at our hotel and dropped us off in the front of the stadium. Very comfortable seating and seatbelts
