Galveston Ghost Tour: Explore Haunted Historic Strand

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: 24 hours
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…
What's Included
  • Experienced Tour Guide
What's Not Included
  • Snacks
Additional Information

Galveston has witnessed a chilling amount of unexpected deaths. A profane amount of the island’s dearly lost have, in fact, never left. Their spirits haunt the darkness, alleyways, stairwells, and wander the Strand daily! The Strand’s historic 19th-century buildings have turned into havens for ghosts, and the phantoms within are eagerly awaiting your…

Location
2411 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 says Patrick's. Please meet your guide under the sign. Look forward to meeting you soon!
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Alexandermm8268ik
Aug 17, 2024
Loved our guide! - Thomas is an amazing tour guide! His stories at each of the stops on the tour were very well detailed, and just a joy to listen to.
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J2856yulaurend
Aug 17, 2024
Wonderful Tour & Wonderful Guide - This tour was a lot of fun. Thomas was our guide and you could tell he was passionate about the history of the island. He was super friendly, funny, and gave us great recommendations for other things to do on the island. I absolutely recommend this tour.
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690gilb
Jul 27, 2024
Would tour again - Thomas put on a very enjoyable tour. Everything went really smooth and he was really attentive to every one of the guests. Very well spoken and full of interesting facts/stories.
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R1686wmelizabeths
Jun 25, 2024
TX History the Unabridged Edition - Thomas was so knowledgeable and made the tour very interesting. He added humor to a very tragic time in history. I feel like I learned so much. Would recommend to everyone.
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U8825kfaarong
Mar 23, 2024
Very good tour - Our guide Thomas was so outgoing and made this our favorite tourist activity in Galveston. We had a lot of fun and learned a lot
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B3345lubillyr
Mar 1, 2024
Amazing - it was awesome and the tour guide was extremely nice and very knowledgeable and friendly and was able to give us more details outside the tour .
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Caitlyns985
Feb 24, 2024
Entertained - Chris was great super informative, went with our teenagers and they were constantly entertained. Love the little details that he provided around the history of Galveston.
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Boogiem494
Dec 31, 2023
Chis is fantastic. - Fantastic time, very knowledgeable. Chris taught us a lot. If you can walk fast you might get a little extra, ours ended up being a private tour. Worth doing!!
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Andrewdq753wp
Dec 29, 2023
I actually saw a ghost on this tour - Chris exceeded all expectations, turning a simple tour into an unforgettable experience. His extensive knowledge, delivered with enthusiasm, brought history to life. His charismatic storytelling engaged everyone, making even mundane details fascinating. Chris effortlessly blended humor with facts, keeping the group entertained throughout. His passion for the subject matter was contagious, leaving a lasting impression on all participants. Beyond his expertise, Chris demonstrated exceptional interpersonal skills, ensuring everyone felt included and valued. Whether you're a history buff or a casual tourist, Chris elevates the tour experience to a level of excellence that sets him apart as a truly exceptional guide.
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Sophiadq7444rw
Dec 29, 2023
This is our second time doing this tour and it was so much fun! Our guide stuck with our jokes and laughing! - Our guide was terrific, and so much fun! He was energetic even in the cold and he still had the best jokes!
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