All day Galveston Tour From Houston with Tall Ship Elissa & Dolphin Watch

4.7
(3 reviews)

7 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Galveston, Texas is a charming Southern retreat just 50 miles from Houston. It's a destination full of art, historic architecture, chic boutiques, ghost legends and more - all tucked within a quaint Gulf Coast barrier island.

While you drive, listen to the history and legends that formed the city from your guide, with plenty of time to ask questions and stop for photos. Get a closer look at Galveston’s history on a sightseeing tour Avoid crowded tourist buses and explore Galveston in a small group.

Learn about Galveston’s rich history from our knowledgeable and friendly tour guide.

Bryan museum
Broadway street
Stop at Moody Mansion
Stop at 1859 Ashton Villa
Stop at 1892 Bishop’s Palace
The Historic Lucas Terrace
Galveston Port
35- minutes Self guided tour at Galveston Historic Seaport
1877 Tall Ship ELISSA (admission ticket included)
45minutes -1 hour Harbor-Dolphin Tour
History of Pirate -Jean Lafitte
Victorian Houses
2 hours time for lunch and to enjoy Galveston

What's Included

Local guide
Live commentary on board
The listed price does not include a parking fee, payable at the time of tour check-in
Lunch
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    History of Houston and Galveston

    50 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Opened in 2015, The Bryan Museum, located in the historic Galveston Orphans Home in Galveston, Texas, US, houses The Bryan Collection, one of the world's largest collections of historical artifacts, documents, and artwork relating to Texas and the American West

    7 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 3

    The Moody Mansion, also known as the Willis-Moody Mansion, is a historic residential building in Galveston, Texas located at 2618 Broadway Street. The thirty-one room Romanesque mansion was completed in 1895.

    7 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 4

    Ashton Villa is a fully restored, historic home located on the corner of 24th and Broadway in Galveston, Texas, United States. Constructed in 1859, it was one of the first brick structures in Texas

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    The Bishop's Palace, also known as Gresham's Castle, is an ornate 19,082 square feet Victorian-style house, located on Broadway and 14th Street in the East End Historic District of Galveston, Texas.

    7 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The Port of Galveston is the port of the city of Galveston, Texas. It was established by a proclamation issued by the Congress of Mexico on October 17, 1825, while the land known today as Texas was still part of Mexico. The Port of Galveston is the oldest port in the Gulf of Mexico west of New Orleans

    Admission ticket free
  • 6

    The tall ship Elissa is a three-masted barque. She is based in Galveston, Texas, and is one of the oldest ships sailing today. Launched in 1877, she is now a museum ship at the Texas Seaport Museum. She was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1990. Wikipedia

    35 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 7

    While aboard, you’ll hear from fully licensed and knowledgeable operators who will share the harbor’s history and folklore. You can also expect close-up encounters with big ships, dolphins, and seabirds throughout your time on the water.

    50 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    History of Pirate -Jean Lafitte

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Historic Downtown

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Victorian Houses

    Admission ticket free
  • 8

    2 hours time for lunch and to enjoy Galveston beach

    2 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
Supplied by Fun Texas Tours

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Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Historical Tours
Likely to Sell Out
Small Group
Zombie

Cancellation Policy

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