The Strand Historic District, Galveston, Texas
★★★★★4.7 average across 3,761 verified reviews · tours from $24
Twelve ghost tours run on Galveston Island, and they split into three kinds of night out. Seven are guided walks through the Strand Historic District, the island's cemeteries and its mansion blocks. Three are haunted pub crawls built around bar stops. Two leave the pavement entirely: a haunted harbor boat and a Segway tour. Every listing on this page is real and bookable, compared by rating, review count, duration, meeting point and cancellation terms.
Most reviewed tour in Galveston
Historic Galveston Ghost Tour
Meets at 24th and Sealy under the open-air gazebo, opposite the Rosenberg Library. Easy pace, all ages, rain or shine
from $33 per person, live price on the listing
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For the standard night out, the Historic Galveston Ghost Tour leads the field at 4.8 across 1,802 reviews over 1.5 hours. Both cemetery walks run the same length. Adults who want drinks with their ghost stories book the Haunted Pub Crawl, and the harbor ghost boat is the one tour that never touches pavement.
Historic District Walk, 1.5 Hours
2-Hour Pub Crawl, Drinks Extra
Nighttime Harbor Boat Ride
Cemetery Walk, Costumed Guides
The Strand Meeting Point Walk
Ghost City Tours Cemetery Walk
Adults-Only Ghost Walk
Mansions and True Crime Walk
Three picks cover most visitors: the most-reviewed walk, the busiest pub crawl and the ghost boat.
1.5 hours · Most reviewed · Historic Galveston Ghost Tours
A 90-minute walk through Galveston's most haunted blocks, led by Historic Galveston Ghost Tours. It carries a 4.8 rating from 1,802 reviews, the deepest review base of any tour compared here, and free cancellation comes standard.
Check availability →2 hours · Drinks not included · Ghost City Tours
Ghost City Tours leads this 2-hour crawl between Galveston's haunted bars, rated 4.7 from 168 reviews. Drinks are bought separately at each stop.
Check availability →1.5 hours · Ghost boat cruise · Haunted Harbor Tours (BayWatch Dolphin Tours)
A nighttime ghost boat cruise through Galveston's harbor, rated 4.8 across 448 reviews and run by Haunted Harbor Tours (BayWatch Dolphin Tours).
Check availability →Twelve tours cover this island's haunted side, from Strand walks to pub crawls and a ghost boat. Answer three quick questions and the shortlist below rebuilds around your night.
These are the top-rated tours to start from, not the full list. Pick an answer above and the shortlist rebuilds.
1.5 hours Historic Galveston Ghost Tours Free cancellation
from $33 ★ 4.8 1,802 reviews
Check availability →1.5 hours Haunted Harbor Tours (BayWatch Dolphin Tours) Free cancellation
from $56.02 ★ 4.8 448 reviews
Check availability →1.5 hours Historic Galveston Ghost Tours Free cancellation
from $31 ★ 4.8 418 reviews
Check availability →1.5 hours Historic Galveston Ghost Tours Free cancellation
from $31 ★ 4.7 281 reviews
Check availability →1.5 hours Ghost City Tours Free cancellation
from $29.99 ★ 4.6 204 reviews
Check availability →2 hours Ghost City Tours Free cancellation
from $34.99 ★ 4.7 168 reviews
Check availability →1.5 hours Ghost City Tours Free cancellation
from $34.99 ★ 4.8 105 reviews
Check availability →1.5 hours Galveston Tour Co Free cancellation
from $27.06 ★ 4.8 101 reviews
Check availability →1.5 hours Ghost City Tours Free cancellation
from $30 ★ 4.7 76 reviews
Check availability →1.5 hours Historic Galveston Ghost Tours Free cancellation
from $24 ★ 4.7 75 reviews
Check availability →1.5-2 hours Historic Galveston Ghost Tours Free cancellation
from $31 ★ 4.6 50 reviews
Check availability →2 hours Seg City Galveston Free cancellation
from $76 ★ 4.7 33 reviews
Check availability →| Tour | From | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Historic Galveston Ghost Tour | $33 | 4.8 | 1,802 |
| Haunted Harbor Ghost Boat Tour | $56.02 | 4.8 | 448 |
| Walk With the Dead Cemetery Tour | $31 | 4.8 | 418 |
| Ghost on the Strand Tour | $31 | 4.7 | 281 |
| Haunted Pub Crawl | $34.99 | 4.7 | 168 |
| Shadows of Revelry Tour | $34.99 | 4.8 | 105 |
| Mansions and Murder Tour | $27.06 | 4.8 | 101 |
| Ghosts of Galveston Tour | $30 | 4.7 | 76 |
| Galveston Island Ghost Tour | $24 | 4.7 | 75 |
| Haunted Cemetery Walking Tour | $29.99 | 4.6 | 204 |
| Dark of the Moon Tour | $31 | 4.6 | 50 |
| Haunted Legends Segway Tour | $76 | 4.7 | 33 |
| Kind | Tours | Format | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walking ghost tours | 7 | Guided 1.5-hour walks, Strand district and cemeteries | $24 |
| Haunted pub crawls | 3 | Bar stops and adults-only storytelling, drinks at your own expense | $31 |
| Boat and Segway | 2 | A 1.5-hour haunted harbor boat ride, or a 2-hour Segway tour with training | $56.02 |
Seven guided walks, each about 1.5 hours. Most meet on or near The Strand. Two go into the island's cemeteries, and one pairs historic mansions with true crime stories.
Most reviewed in this group
A 90-minute walk through Galveston's most haunted blocks, led by Historic Galveston Ghost Tours. It carries a 4.8 rating from 1,802 reviews, the deepest review base of any tour compared here, and free cancellation comes standard.
1.5 hours · Old City Cemetery · Historic Galveston Ghost Tours
A 1.5-hour guided ghost walk through one of Galveston's old cemeteries, led by Historic Galveston Ghost Tours.
Check availability →1.5 hours · Meets on The Strand · Historic Galveston Ghost Tours
A Strand Historic District ghost walk led by Historic Galveston Ghost Tours, rated 4.7 across 281 reviews. It sets off from The Strand itself.
Check availability →1.5 hours · Cemetery ghost walk · Ghost City Tours
Ghost City Tours leads this cemetery ghost walk, scored 4.6 from 204 reviews. It is a distinct product from Walk With the Dead, booked separately with its own operator and reviews.
Check availability →1.5 hours · Mansions and murder tales · Galveston Tour Co
A Galveston Tour Co walking tour through the island's grand old homes, mixing architecture with murder and true crime.
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1.5 hours · Ghost City Tours walk · Ghost City Tours
A Ghost City Tours walk through Galveston's haunted streets, rated 4.7 from 76 reviews and easy walking for all ages.
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1.5 hours · Lowest-price walk · Historic Galveston Ghost Tours
A 1.5-hour walking ghost tour from Historic Galveston Ghost Tours, rated 4.7 across 75 reviews. Free cancellation applies, and the live listing carries the current price.
Check availability →Three evening tours built for adults, with drinks at your own expense.
Most reviewed in this group
Ghost City Tours leads this 2-hour crawl between Galveston's haunted bars, rated 4.7 from 168 reviews. Drinks are bought separately at each stop.
1.5 hours · Adults only · Ghost City Tours
A ghost walk with a barroom streak, run by Ghost City Tours and rated 4.8 across 105 reviews. Check the listing for the meeting point.
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1.5-2 hours · Ghost plus pub walk · Historic Galveston Ghost Tours
A ghost tour paired with a red-light-district walk, with pub stops along the way. Historic Galveston Ghost Tours runs it, and the listing is adults-oriented.
Check availability →Not walking? Try a haunted harbor boat ride or a Segway tour with training first.
1.5 hours · Ghost boat cruise · Haunted Harbor Tours (BayWatch Dolphin Tours)
A nighttime ghost boat cruise through Galveston's harbor, rated 4.8 across 448 reviews and run by Haunted Harbor Tours (BayWatch Dolphin Tours).
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2 hours · Segway ride, training first · Seg City Galveston
A two-hour Segway ghost tour through Galveston's haunted streets, run by Seg City Galveston and rated 4.7 across 33 reviews. Training is included before the ride begins.
Check availability →| Category | Best for | Typical length | From | Lead tour | Pickup |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walking tours | Best for first-timers after a classic guided ghost walk through old Galveston after dark | About 1.5 hours | $24 | Historic Galveston Ghost Tour | Meet at the start point |
| Pub crawls | Best for adults who want ghost stories with their bar stops | 1.5 to 2 hours | $31 | Haunted Pub Crawl | Meet at the start point |
| Boat & Segway | Suited to visitors who prefer riding to walking the Strand | 90 minutes to 2 hours | $56.02 | Haunted Harbor Ghost Boat Tour | Meet at the start point |
| Tour | Format | Food and drinks | Free cancellation | Pickup | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Historic District Walk, 1.5 Hours | Guided walking tour | nothing served | on the listing | meeting point | $33 |
| Nighttime Harbor Boat Ride | Shared boat tour | nothing served | on the listing | meeting point | $56.02 |
| Cemetery Walk, Costumed Guides | Guided walking tour | nothing served | on the listing | meeting point | $31 |
| The Strand Meeting Point Walk | Guided walking tour | nothing served | on the listing | meeting point | $31 |
| Ghost City Tours Cemetery Walk | Guided walking tour | nothing served | on the listing | meeting point | $29.99 |
| 2-Hour Pub Crawl, Drinks Extra | Guided pub crawl | drinks at your own expense | on the listing | meeting point | $34.99 |
| Adults-Only Ghost Walk | Guided walking tour | drinks at your own expense | on the listing | meeting point | $34.99 |
| Mansions and True Crime Walk | Guided walking tour | nothing served | on the listing | meeting point | $27.06 |
| Ghost City Tours District Walk | Guided walking tour | nothing served | on the listing | meeting point | $30 |
| Budget Fare, Broadway Meeting Point | Guided walking tour | nothing served | on the listing | meeting point | $24 |
| Ghost and Pub Combo, Adults-Oriented | Guided walking tour | drinks at your own expense | on the listing | meeting point | $31 |
| Segway Tour, Training Included | Guided Segway tour | nothing served | on the listing | meeting point | $76 |
Every listing here is a guided, live-narrator tour in English with free cancellation on the booking page. The walks run about 1.5 hours, the main pub crawl runs 2 hours, and the Segway tour runs 2 hours with rider training before departure. Drinks on the crawls are never included in the fare.
Galveston was struck by the 1900 Storm, the deadliest natural disaster in United States history, and the Victorian downtown known as The Strand survived it. The tours here tell that documented history alongside each operator's own haunting claims, past buildings like the 1892 Bishop's Palace and the Grand Galvez.
Galveston ghost tours run in the evenings, and the harbor boat runs year-round. Current days and start times are on each live listing. Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30, and operators may cancel a departure on their own weather judgment.
Across the twelve listings compared here, the same haunted places keep reappearing: the Strand Historic District, the Old City Cemetery, Ashton Villa, the 1892 Bishop's Palace and the Grand Galvez, long known as Hotel Galvez. The ghost stories at each stop belong to the operators' tour narratives; the 1900 Storm history beneath them is documented fact.
All 12 tours, most reviewed first. Tap a sort chip twice to flip the order.
| Tour | Kind | On the night | Length | Meets | From | Rating | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Historic District Walk, 1.5 HoursHistoric Galveston Ghost Tours | Walking tours | Nothing in the fare | 1.5 hours | 24th & Sealy pavilion | $33 | ★ 4.81,802 reviews | Check availability |
| Nighttime Harbor Boat RideHaunted Harbor Tours (BayWatch Dolphin Tours) | Boat & Segway | Nothing in the fare | 1.5 hours | Pier 21, Harborside Drive | $56.02 | ★ 4.8448 reviews | Check availability |
| Cemetery Walk, Costumed GuidesHistoric Galveston Ghost Tours | Walking tours | Nothing in the fare | 1.5 hours | Avenue K cemetery gates | $31 | ★ 4.8418 reviews | Check availability |
| The Strand Meeting Point WalkHistoric Galveston Ghost Tours | Walking tours | Nothing in the fare | 1.5 hours | 2411 The Strand, Patrick's Bar | $31 | ★ 4.7281 reviews | Check availability |
| Ghost City Tours Cemetery WalkGhost City Tours | Walking tours | Nothing in the fare | 1.5 hours | Avenue K cemetery gates | $29.99 | ★ 4.6204 reviews | Check availability |
| 2-Hour Pub Crawl, Drinks ExtraGhost City Tours | Pub crawls | Bar stops, drinks extra | 2 hours | Shearn-Moody Plaza | $34.99 | ★ 4.7168 reviews | Check availability |
| Adults-Only Ghost WalkGhost City Tours | Pub crawls | Bar stops, drinks extra | 1.5 hours | Confirmed at booking | $34.99 | ★ 4.8105 reviews | Check availability |
| Mansions and True Crime WalkGalveston Tour Co | Walking tours | Nothing in the fare | 1.5 hours | 24th & Sealy pavilion | $27.06 | ★ 4.8101 reviews | Check availability |
| Ghost City Tours District WalkGhost City Tours | Walking tours | Nothing in the fare | 1.5 hours | Trinity Episcopal Church | $30 | ★ 4.776 reviews | Check availability |
| Budget Fare, Broadway Meeting PointHistoric Galveston Ghost Tours | Walking tours | Nothing in the fare | 1.5 hours | 24th & Sealy pavilion | $24 | ★ 4.775 reviews | Check availability |
| Ghost and Pub Combo, Adults-OrientedHistoric Galveston Ghost Tours | Pub crawls | Bar stops, drinks extra | 1.5-2 hours | 2711 Market St | $31 | ★ 4.650 reviews | Check availability |
| Segway Tour, Training IncludedSeg City Galveston | Boat & Segway | Nothing in the fare | 2 hours | 519 25th St | $76 | ★ 4.733 reviews | Check availability |
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8 plotted meeting points. Most tours meet downtown on or near The Strand. The cemetery tours meet about 2 miles west on Avenue K, the boat at Pier 21, and one listing names its meeting point only on your confirmation. Tap a pin or a name to see what starts there. Schematic plan; exact addresses are on each tour's page.
Most walks begin downtown on or near the Strand, the brick-paved historic street at the heart of the island's ghost stories. The cemetery tours meet at the cemetery gates instead of downtown, and the haunted harbor boat leaves from the Pier 21 waterfront. The Segway tour sets out from its own downtown base.
Showing all nine mapped points around The Strand Historic District, grouped into four sets. Pick a set to narrow the list and dim the other pins.
beaux-arts library and statue meeting point
Straight-line distance computed at build time from the two mapped OpenStreetMap coordinates. It is not a road distance and not a walking time.
historic cemetery gates along Avenue K
Straight-line distance computed at build time from the two mapped OpenStreetMap coordinates. It is not a road distance and not a walking time.
row of historic cemeteries along Broadway
Straight-line distance computed at build time from the two mapped OpenStreetMap coordinates. It is not a road distance and not a walking time.
harbor waterfront kiosk for night boat tours
Straight-line distance computed at build time from the two mapped OpenStreetMap coordinates. It is not a road distance and not a walking time.
nighttime water views for haunted boat rides
Straight-line distance computed at build time from the two mapped OpenStreetMap coordinates. It is not a road distance and not a walking time.
landmark church at Avenue H and Kempner
Straight-line distance computed at build time from the two mapped OpenStreetMap coordinates. It is not a road distance and not a walking time.
railroad museum plaza and pub crawl meeting point
Straight-line distance computed at build time from the two mapped OpenStreetMap coordinates. It is not a road distance and not a walking time.
ornate Victorian mansion on Broadway
Straight-line distance computed at build time from the two mapped OpenStreetMap coordinates. It is not a road distance and not a walking time.
restored opera house in the Strand area
Straight-line distance computed at build time from the two mapped OpenStreetMap coordinates. It is not a road distance and not a walking time.
Ratings and review counts here match the live tour listings. The Historic Galveston Ghost Tour leads the field at 4.8 across 1,802 reviews, the harbor boat matches it at 4.8 across 448, and even the smallest tour, the Dark of the Moon combo, holds 4.6 across 50.
“Lady Saelym gave a great tour! I loved the rich history of Galveston. She used mirrors, showed us real images of ghosts that was captured, and an EVP for engagement! The EVP was going off throughout the tour...creepy! You can tell she is passionate about Galveston history! She has done a great job! Would love to go on more tours with her again when we visit Galveston again.”
Rebecca_M, operator-listing review of Historic District Walk, 1.5 Hours
“Great tour with a fabulous guide! Rob was extremely knowledgeable & had a wonderful delivery. You can tell he is very passionate about what he does. Enjoyed it even more because we did it at 8 pm after sunset.”
Gina_L, operator-listing review of Historic District Walk, 1.5 Hours
“We loved this so much that we did it twice! Lucio and Captain Mark were the best! If you are on the fence just do it! My 14 year old is still telling her friends about it!”
Jennifer_S, operator-listing review of Nighttime Harbor Boat Ride
“Good tour of the Galveston City cemetery. Learned s lot about Galveston tragedy and family history. Was good for all ages. A few of us caught several orbs on photos. The lady in black was knowledgeable and fun.”
Tracy_M, operator-listing review of Cemetery Walk, Costumed Guides
“Not a long walking tour. Guide was highly engaging. More historical of a tour. If you like true crime, this is right up your alley.”
Robin_M, operator-listing review of The Strand Meeting Point Walk
“Caiti was very informative on Galveston’s history. People interested in discovering spirits were given ample time to explore with devices. The tour was not spooky but very interesting for all. Even small kids with spirit boxes had a good time.”
Jason_S, operator-listing review of Ghost City Tours Cemetery Walk
“Ryan was super knowledgeable and told some great stories! He also has personal relationships with the proprietors so it was a lot of fun to feel welcomed by locals. I would highly recommend!”
Sherry_R, operator-listing review of 2-Hour Pub Crawl, Drinks Extra
“We have been many times to Galveston but never learned about the historia of the city which is fascinating. Jay Lackey (Galveston Tour Co) gave us interesting informations about the city life before and after the 1900 hurricane while walking downtown by the gorgeous houses, buildings. We highly recommend this 90 min tour and explore after the Rosenberg library 4th floor navy museum!”
manon_d, operator-listing review of Mansions and True Crime Walk
“Donna was an awesome tour guide! You could tell she really enjoys her job and she knows the history of the red lights district. The way she interacted with you, made you feel like she wasn’t a stranger at all and we were able to connect with the tour and actually take in what she was telling us.”
Jessica_F, operator-listing review of Adults-Only Ghost Walk
“Kevin was a great tour guide! We learned so much about the history of Galveston and the ghosts that haunt it. We lots of fun reviewing photos we took to see if we could see any spirits of our own.”
Tom_P, operator-listing review of Ghost City Tours District Walk
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Because nearly every meeting point sits downtown on or near the Strand, a hotel in the historic district puts the walks, the pub crawls and the harbor boat within easy reach on foot. The cemetery tours are the exception, meeting at the gates on the island's east side.
2024 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX 77550 (Seawall, ~1.5 miles from the Strand)
Sleep inside the island's best-known ghost story: the Grand Galvez opened in 1911 as Hotel Galvez, promotes its own Ghost Bride legend and runs ghost tours of the property, and the Strand meeting points for the downtown walks are a short drive or a long beachfront stroll away.
roughly $200-$600+ per night (indicative snapshot 2026-09-20; swings with season and events)
Check rates2300 Ship's Mechanic Row, Galveston, TX 77550 (Strand Historic District)
A historic hotel steps off the Strand itself, which makes the downtown ghost-walk meeting points a short walk after dark. The 1900 Storm history your guide retells unfolded in these same blocks, and the haunted bars on the pub crawl are close by.
roughly $150-$300+ per night (indicative snapshot 2026-09-20)
Check rates28 Pier 21, Galveston, TX 77550 (Pier 21 / Strand waterfront)
The waterfront pick on Pier 21, where the Haunted Harbor ghost boat checks in before departure, so you roll out of bed straight to the dock. The Strand's walking-tour start points are a few flat blocks away through the historic district.
roughly $100-$200+ per night (indicative snapshot 2026-09-20; free continental breakfast included)
Check ratesHotel rates move with the season, holidays and island events, so treat any figure you see as a snapshot. The live booking page has the price for your dates.
Prices are not quoted here because they shift with season and demand; every tour sells at a from-price set by its operator. Walks are the cheapest way in, crawls cost a little more, and the boat and Segway tours sit at the top. The live listing shows the exact figure for your date.
Nearly everything here runs about 1.5 hours, which is the length of all seven walking tours and the harbor boat. The haunted pub crawl stretches to 2 hours, the Dark of the Moon combo runs 1.5 to 2 hours, and the Segway tour also takes 2 hours.
Yes. Every tour in this comparison carries free cancellation on its listing, though the cutoff window varies, so check the live page before booking.