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No Ghosts! Follow a trained guide for detailed accounts of Galveston’s storied past on this 90-min walking tour through the island’s most historic locations.
From hurricane-scarred landmarks to the scandalous backstreets of the old “Red Light District,” you’ll discover the bold characters, hidden stories, and cultural forces that shaped the Free State of Galveston.
We’ll stroll through beautifully preserved 19th-century architecture, explore how Galveston rose to become Texas’s richest city, and reveal how vice, wealth, and resilience collided in a city that refused to follow the rules.
Hear tales of consequential natural disasters, notorious brothels, gangs and political drama—all just steps from grand theaters and elegant homes. Whether you’re a history buff, architecture lover, or simply curious about Galveston’s secret past, this tour delivers a captivating, eye-opening journey through the city’s complex legacy.
Bring the family and see Galveston in a whole new light!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
In front of the Galveston Railroad Museum Shearn Moody Plaza
Itinerary
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1
Here we will introduce this tour, speak about basic Galveston history, and the Railroad Museum history.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
We discuss the importance of The Strand street, Saengerfest Park, Galveston's Mardi Gras, and it's prior life as the "Wall Street of the South"
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Discuss the significance of this mural and the important role that Galveston played in the Juneteenth historical holiday.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
We speak about The Strand street history and the significance of the surviving Rosenberg Fountains
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
We share the interesting history around the Grand Opera House.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
We share the scandalous history of Galveston's Red Light District & the vice era that gripped Galveston for over 70 years.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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