Galveston Ghost Tour: Explore Haunted Historic Strand
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101 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 for all 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 planned to retire.
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 visit.

Embark on our 90-minute strolling tour as we delve into the intriguing supernatural occurrences on the strand, the original avenue of terror. Typhoons, conflict, fire, and outbreaks! The pirate Jean Lafitte even transformed the island into a harbor of robbers. Galveston has a higher ghost count than any other city in the U.S.

As we traverse the streets in the dead of night, spectral figures will glide past the windows. Shadows will suddenly materialize and objects shift all by themselves as we cluster together for shared safety. We can never predict the eerie surprises lurking around every corner. Remain vigilant and frightened! After all, Galveston is essentially ‘a graveyard with an appended beach.’

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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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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146thunderk
Dec 29, 2023
Strand ghost tour - Our tour guide chris was so fun! I was honestly having a really bad day and his attitude made me feel better. He’s a really good story teller and he’s really funny. I really recommend it!
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Selyndat
Sep 21, 2023
Great time - Very interesting stories. Started it at 6pm, several stops were made with both ghost stories and historical info.
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Marcy
Sep 5, 2023
Evening entertainment in Galveston - So interesting and entertaining! We had such a good time. Some good laughs as well as haunting facts! Christopher was engaging and made sure we were all comfortable and as involved as we wanted to be. Take this tour, you won’t be disappointed!
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Phyllissb6199fe
Sep 5, 2023
Watch out For Zeke - Omg! We had such a fantastic time...we live her in Galveston and learned so much....'Ol Zeke was one that really have me chills!
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