Galveston Tours

The island of Galveston, Texas sits right on the Gulf of Mexico, a body of water teeming with dolphins. Set sail from the harbor and spend time searching for these playful creatures with a tour guide. Board a covered vessel, perfect for keeping you cool under the Texan sun, and learn about the ecology of the area while you sail.

Experience the thrill of a jet boat on this small-group excursion in Galveston. Head straight to the pier with your group, slip off your shoes, and board the jet boat to begin your adventure. Enjoy a fast-paced ride with spins, right-angle turns, and tricks; get ready to get wet on this wild ride.

Discover the darker side of Galveston on a ghost tour. Pass by mansions and other historical sights where spooky and mysterious things are said to have happened, and hear about the island's secrets, paranormal events, and haunted history that dates back 150 years. This tour is a fun way to learn a bit about Galveston's history.

This Galveston Historical Bus Tour is a great pick for any traveler (or local) who’s short on time but still wants to hear about the city’s history, particularly the storm of 1900. Hop aboard the bus and pass by key landmarks, such as the Galveston Railroad Museum, as your guide shares fun historical stories. This Galveston tour has a short duration time, which makes it easy to fit into any busy schedule.

Galveston has a unique history—one filled with underground speakeasies and casinos, as well as mobsters and a historic hurricane. Hear all the juicy details in a private setting, away from crowded group tours when you book this Galveston Private Mob History Tour. Travel the interactive route around the city as your guide tells you about the mobsters who made a big impact on Galveston.

Don’t stress over getting to the William P. Hobby Airport when it’s time for your departure flight. Book this HOU Airport Private Departure Transfer from Galveston and ride comfortably and safely in a private vehicle with just your group to the airport. An easy pickup, air-conditioned vehicle, and a door-to-door transfer is provided for a great ride.

Unless you own a plane yourself, the chances of soaring over Galveston in a biplane are slim. Book this Galveston First Mate Open Cockpit Biplane Ride for a unique and amazing experience that takes you up in the sky to see bird's eye views of the city’s attractions. Some highlights include the Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier, Galveston Historic Seaport, and some Texas battleships.

Take an exciting journey into the unknown during this captivating 1.5-hour tour of Galveston Old City Cemetery. Venture to a place where apparitions have been said to appear and paranormal activity has been reported all while being securely lead by the hands of experienced guides. Join for what promises to be a unique experience—one only made possible by thorough academic research and brave exploration.

Discover the sordid history of Galveston while enjoying drinks in the city’s haunted bars and restaurants on this pub crawl. Meet your guide and group in the city center and hear stories about ghosts, murderers, and paranormal activity. Stop at the Railroad Museum, Saengerfest Park, Hendley Market, and much more throughout the night. Drinks are at your own expense.

Uncover the sordid past of Galveston, Texas on a spooky walking tour along the Strand. Follow your guide as they point out several locations that are known for eerie paranormal activity. Galveston has seen a lot of devastation over the years—hurricanes, pandemics, wars, fires, and pirates—and has become a haven for ghosts.

Galveston's history is filled with dark and gruesome moments. Uncover the city's haunted past as you walk around town with a small group and tour guide. Stop at historic mansions and buildings that are known for paranormal activity and keep your eyes peeled for any otherworldly guests that might make an appearance.

Catch the sunset at the Port of Galveston during this guided Segway tour along the city’s seawall, enjoying time to visit the historic Murdoch’s Souvenir Shop, admire the Tall Ship Elissa, and more. Visit more places than you could on foot—thanks to your personal Segway—and benefit from your guide’s local insight throughout.

Have a worry free, round trip, travel experience from anywhere between Galveston and the International Airport (IAH). You’ll have a van limo, so you’ll be in comfort and style. Your driver will make sure you arrive or are picked up in plenty of time. Just provide the lead traveler info, and all will be arranged for you. Maximum of 12 people.

If you’re looking to dive into the Black history of Galveston, but don’t want to plan your own explorations, book this Galveston Juneteenth and Beyond Small-Group Cultural Tour. A guide who knows the city well leads the way to historic and cultural sites as you take in stories and information they share with you. Plus, this tour can easily be fit into any busy day, with morning and afternoon tour times offered.

Gain access to a boat and captain who takes you around the water to see main sights by prebooking this Galveston Private Sailing Charter Experience. This experience makes it easy to explore without having to worry about navigating somewhere you don’t know well. Plus, when you book, choose from convenient start times ranging from the early morning to late afternoon.

If you’d like to ride around Galveston Island to learn more about the area, but don’t want to head out in a large group that can either go too fast or too quickly, book this Galveston Island Private E-Bike Adventure Tour. This e-bike tour takes you to top highlights such as the 1859 Ashton Villa and Galveston Seawall, as your guide tells you about the history, culture, and wildlife of the island in the comfort of a private group.

Take a walk down memory lane and through Galveston's eerie cemeteries during this nighttime walking tour. Spend the evening visiting several graveyards including Old City, Broadway, Evergreen, and the Yellow Fever yard to hear stories of past Galveston residents. Learn about the symbolism of the cemeteries, the yellow fever plague, the Great Storm, and the paranormal activity in the city.

See Galveston and learn about its history without stepping onto a crowded group tour. Prebook this Galveston Private Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour and guarantee your ride on the day you prefer to go. Plus, since it’s a private tour, just you and your group of up to six will attend. A guide tells you about the history of Galveston as you relax aboard the moving carriage.

Discover Galveston’s sordid past during an evening walking tour of the city’s Red Light District. Join a small group and your guide to walk the streets and listen to stories of mobsters, bootleggers, and brothels. Learn how the island was once a “sin city,” where men could come to drink, gamble, and look for love once they crossed into the mob-run “Free State of Galveston.”

Galveston is full of awesome old mansions, but if you don’t know where to look for them, you could pass them by without noticing. Take this Galveston Mansions and Murder Walking Tour and see sights such as Moody Mansion while you hear about the creepy history of the city from your guide. Plus, a walking tour keeps you active as you trek on foot at a comfortable pace.

Tour around Galveston in style, on a replica of a 1908 Model-T electric golf cart with the famous ahooga horn. You can choose a 5 or 8 seater for this self-guided tour, where you can spend as much time as you like. You can see Pleasure Pier, the historic district, the Kemp Ridley Sea Sculptures, and more. It’s up to you.

Enjoy an offbeat introduction to the spooky side of Galveston that few travelers get to experience during this private ghost walking tour of The Strand, ideal for travelers on a time budget. Gain an insight into the multitude buildings alone The Strand, learning tales of ghosts, pirates, and civil war soldiers that you wouldn’t uncover alone.

Maximize time in Galveston with a private sightseeing tour. Get picked up at your hotel or meet your guide at a meeting point and set out on a city tour. Learn about local history and architecture as you see top landmarks including the Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier, The Strand, and the Seawall. Get your bearings in Galveston with this private tour or customize the itinerary according to your interests.