Galveston Ghost Tour: Explore Haunted Historic Strand
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123 Ratings
Galveston
Embark on a spine-chilling Galveston Ghost Tour and uncover the haunted history of the Strand. Explore ghost sanctuaries, encounter translucent figures, and experience the paranormal on this 90-minute walking tour.
Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Galveston Railroad Museum - At its height this railroad station saw over 40,000 people a day on their way to Galveston’s bars, casinos and brothels. An engineer by the name of William Watson would entertain the passing crowds by doing handstands on the cattle guard of the engines. One unfortunate day he SLIPPED and was immediately decapitated. A derby hat was still securely sitting on the head they found A MILE AWAY!
  • The Tremont House - SO many dignitaries, soldiers, politicians and even presidents have checked in… BUT SOME NEVER CHECKED OUT. Crying sobs are heard on the stairwells and in the halls. A Civil War soldier marches up and down the lobby in front of everybody to see. A little boy plays in the hotel rumored to be the ghost of a child run over outside the front of the hotel. One helpful ghost will even unpack for you!
  • Grand 1894 Opera House - Charles F. Coghlan a famous British actor sailed to Galveston to grace the stage of The Grand Opera House. But poor Charles died before the curtain was ever raised. What to do with this distinguished visitor’s body? While waiting for the answer THE GREAT STORM demolished the island and carried Charles coffin out to sea. It floated from Galveston to Prince Albert Sound before it finally made land…ABOUT A MILE FROM WHERE CHARLES WAS GOING TO RETIRE!
What's Included
  • Expert tour guide
Additional Information

A terrifying surge of sudden deaths has swept across Galveston. Countless souls of the island’s deceased have not journeyed into the beyond. Their spirits can be found lurking in the shadows, alleys, staircases, and they haunt THE STRAND daily! The 19th-century constructions on THE STRAND have turned into ghost havens. The specters inside are eagerly awaiting your visit.

Join us for a 90-minute journey on foot as we delve into the intriguing spectral occurrences on the strand, the initial street of terror. Hurricanes, warfare, infernos, and outbreaks! Pirate Jean Lafitte has even transformed the island into a thieves’ harbor. Galveston is teeming with more spirits than any other city in the U.S.

As we walk in the dark of the night, ethereal figures will drift by the windows. Shadows will pop up unexpectedly and items will mysteriously move on their own as we huddle close for shared safety. We never know the horrors that await us at each turn. Watch out and prepare to be frightened! After all, Galveston is in essence “a graveyard with an adjoining beach.”

Location
2411a The Strand
The Strand
Your tour guide will meet you at 2411 Strand in front of Patrick's bar. There's a sign that hangs over the sidewalk that reads Patrick's. Please wait for your tour guide under the sign not in the bar. Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour Starts
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(123 Ratings)
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Chelsea
Jun 24, 2024
The highlight of our trip! - Absolutely loved it! Thomas, our tour guide, was very knowledgeable, friendly, and funny! He kept us entertained the whole way through. We've visited the island many times, but we learned more in this 90-minute tour than all of our visits combined. Our kids are very shy, and although they were not super responsive to his questions, he made sure to involve them. The second we left, they could not stop talking about the tour, and over 24 hours later, they're STILL talking about it and asking questions! They said it was their favorite part of the entire trip! Everyone had a great time and we will 100% be back!
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Cynthia_d
Jun 23, 2024
The guide was very... - The guide was very entertaining and knowledgeable. It was a great experience. Would recommend others to go.
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T1558znandreas
Jun 23, 2024
Awesome Tour! - Thomas was an awesome tour guide!!! Lots of great spooky history! And look out for Phil lurking near the old railroad.....ooooooooohhhh!!!
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Madisonmr9645sr
Jun 21, 2024
We loved it! - Thomas was great! We loved the history of the island. We enjoyed the locations he took us and the stories along with them. Would definitely recommend!
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Tropicals770
Jun 20, 2024
Great Tour - Thomas was an awesome tour guide and was very educated on the city of Gavelston and can answer any questions you have!!!!
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Brianchubb
Jun 16, 2024
Strand Ghost Tour. Awesome! - Definitely worth it! Thomas was great, knew his history and provided background and context to every ghost story. Learned a ton of history about Galveston.
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902cadene
Jun 16, 2024
Thomas is the best - Thomas was amazing and explained everything perfectly, he had great jokes and overall made the tour so much better. It was a 10/10 experience and would definitely recommend.
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Celinak765
Jun 16, 2024
Thomas is phenomenal! - Thomas was a fantastic tour guide and led our group wonderfully! This is my first time in texas and i wont forget it! Definitely give that man a raise he gave us our bang for our buck!!
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341marits
Jun 15, 2024
Great tour - Very fun and interesting tour. Thomas did a great job! Learned a lot about Galveston. We will definitely recommend to friends.
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Discover29254510768
Jun 14, 2024
Absolutely amazing! Best stories even better service :) - I LOVED the history and stories were so interesting I would HIGHLY recommend it! One of the best tour guides I think I’ve ever had, Thomas I think it was, makes everyone feel so welcome and makes sure everyone on the tour is taken care of. Gives great spot tips for the non-locals and you may meet his stray cat by the train <3
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