Spooky Strand Ghost Tour

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Adult (13-64) Minimum: 1, Maximum: 15

Youth (3-12) Minimum: 0, Maximum: 15

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

Daily Tours

2 Adults x $30.00

$60.00

Approx Total

$60.00

Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Experienced Guide Tour

Overview

Galveston has seen a horrifying number of sudden deaths. An ungodly number of the islands dearly departed, well never departed. Their spirits are lurking in the shadows, alleys, staircases and stalk THE STRAND every day! The historic 19th century buildings on THE STRAND have become ghost sanctuaries. And the ghosts inside are just dying to meet you. Join us on our 90 minute walking tour as we explore the fascinating paranormal happenings on the strand, the original street of horror. Hurricanes, war, fire, and epidemics! The pirate Jean Lafitte even turned the island into a den of thieves. Galveston has more ghosts than any other city in U.S. Walking in the night, translucent figures will float by the windows. Shadows will suddenly appear and objects move of their own accord as we huddle closer to one another for are mutual protection. We never know what’s waiting for us around the corners. Beware and be scared! After all Galveston is nothing but “a cemetery with a beach attached.”

Meeting points

Your tour guide will meet you at this address in front of Patrick's Bar. Parking on the Strand is free after 6 pm..

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

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!

10 minutes
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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 in front of everybody 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!

10 minutes
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 WAS GOING TO RETIRE!

10 minutes

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Active military personnel free
Active military personnel free

Free Cancellation

February 06100% refund

February 07No refund

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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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A must do first

Published on Jan, 2025

Thomas was very good very informative enjoyed his tour and made it fun We should have done this the first night on the island

History, architecture, and great ghost stories!

Published on Dec, 2024

Thomas gave us great history, great stories, and you can tell that he is really invested in creating a great experience for his groups. My 15-year-old and I had a great time on this tour, and we are happy to know more about the fascinating history of Galveston.

Fun evening!

Published on Nov, 2024

Took my daughter and a group of her friends on this tour for her 18th birthday. Thomas was very informative and kept everyone interested and entertained throughout the tour, which is not an easy thing to do with teenagers. Even though we are locals we learned lots of things about the island we never knew. Would definitely recommend this tour. Thanks for a fun evening Thomas!

Such a great experience! Highly recommend

Published on Nov, 2024

Thomas was so awesome! We so appreciated the interesting stories and history lesson. Thanks for a great night! We will be back for another tour.

Published on Oct, 2024

Thomas was an excellent guide, super knowledgeable and funny. Definitely recommend this tour to anyone interested in supernatural or grisly stories

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