Top Galveston Arts & Design

*The Only Walking Architecture Tour - Locally Owned* *Part of your Ticket goes to local architectural restoration* *Not wheelchair friendly / moderate-heavy walking* Delve into Galveston’s rich architectural history on this 90-minute walking tour. Visit iconic landmarks such as the League-Kempner House, Trube Castle, and the Bishop’s Palace (+ more), learning about their architectural styles and the influential figures behind them. With exclusive access to one historic residence, this tour offers a unique perspective on the city’s evolution as a cultural hub along the Gulf Coast. Perfect for history enthusiasts and families alike, enjoy a guided experience with no headsets required, led by local architectural experts.

Prebook your tickets to the Galveston Naval Museum to secure your spot at the popular attraction, where you can go inside a WWII–era destroyer and submarine. Since these passes are good for any time on the day of your choice, you can plan without compromising flexibility—going right to the ships and exhibits that make the museum so fascinating.

If you’re looking to dive into the Black history of Galveston, but don’t want to plan your own explorations, book this Galveston Juneteenth and Beyond Small-Group Cultural Tour. A guide who knows the city well leads the way to historic and cultural sites as you take in stories and information they share with you. Plus, this tour can easily be fit into any busy day, with morning and afternoon tour times offered.

Discover the Wild West history of Galveston, Texas with this admission ticket to The Bryan Museum. Enjoy a self-guided tour through the rich collection of artifacts dating back more than 12,000 years. Learn about several topics including the first settlers—the Native Americans—the annexation of Texas from Mexico, and the Civil War era, as you explore the museum.

Discover the rich history of The League-Kempner House, an 1893 Victorian mansion undergoing a remarkable restoration. This guided tour, led by a dedicated volunteer docent, delves into the stories of the families who once called this home, showcasing their significant impact on Galveston. Get an exclusive look at the intricate restoration process, including the damage from years of neglect and the efforts to revive its original splendor. Perfect for history enthusiasts and anyone curious about architectural restoration, this engaging experience lasts about 1 to 1.5 hours. - Explore the ongoing restoration of the historic League-Kempner House - Guided by a knowledgeable volunteer docent - Learn about the mansion's past residents and their influence on Galveston - Tour lasts approximately 1 to 1.5 hours, offering an in-depth experience

Enjoy a comfortable, indoor tour and discover the history of The Queen of the Gulf with the exclusive Grand Galvez Ghost Tour. Delight in a blend of history and paranormal intrigue as you explore the Grand Galvez Hotel. This guided experience offers a rare glimpse into the tales of the island's most famous hotel, renowned for its ghostly encounters & incredible important history. Geared for adult audiences, this 90-minute walking tour promises to engage both history buffs and thrill-seekers alike. - Exclusive access to the Grand Galvez Hotel's history - 90-minute easy walking tour - Daily tours with limited availability for a more intimate experience - Locally owned with the most 5-star reviews in Galveston

Galveston is full of awesome old mansions, but if you don’t know where to look for them, you could pass them by without noticing. Take this Galveston Mansions and Murder Walking Tour and see sights such as Moody Mansion while you hear about the creepy history of the city from your guide. Plus, a walking tour keeps you active as you trek on foot at a comfortable pace.

Explore the rich architectural heritage and intriguing history of Galveston's iconic churches on the Saints & Secrets Tour. This 1.5-hour journey takes you through the spiritual heart of the island, where you’ll uncover fascinating stories behind monumental structures like St. Mary's Cathedral Basilica and the Scottish Rite Cathedral. Delve into the symbolism and secrets of these historic landmarks, and learn about the 'Saints of the Storm' who shaped the community after the 1900 disaster. The tour concludes at The Milk Bar, a former dairy that highlights the island's social evolution. - Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours with about 1 mile of leisurely walking. - Ideal for ages 10 and up, making it perfect for families. - Meeting point is at Rosenberg Library for easy access. - Comfortable shoes and water are recommended for this engaging exploration.

Discover the sordid history of Galveston while enjoying drinks in the city’s haunted bars and restaurants on this pub crawl. Meet your guide and group in the city center and hear stories about ghosts, murderers, and paranormal activity. Stop at the Railroad Museum, Saengerfest Park, Hendley Market, and much more throughout the night. Drinks are at your own expense.

Take an exciting journey into the unknown during this captivating 1.5-hour tour of Galveston Old City Cemetery. Venture to a place where apparitions have been said to appear and paranormal activity has been reported all while being securely lead by the hands of experienced guides. Join for what promises to be a unique experience—one only made possible by thorough academic research and brave exploration.

Get to know Galveston on this scavenger hunt, with help from your remote interactive guide. This is a challenge and a detective hunt where you need to find and solve clues to get to the next hidden spot, learning about the history and culture of Galveston the whole time. You can also compete with other teams on the website’s leaderboard for extra fun.

If you’d like to ride around Galveston Island to learn more about the area, but don’t want to head out in a large group that can either go too fast or too quickly, book this Galveston Island private e-bike adventure tour. This e-bike tour takes you to top highlights such as the 1859 Ashton Villa and Galveston Seawall, as your guide tells you about the history, culture, and wildlife of the island in the comfort of a private group.

Ideal for art enthusiasts, this Galveston Island small-group street art e-bike Tour takes you to three popular murals throughout the city with a guide who can go into in-depth context on the artwork and its origin. See the city’s Seawall Mural, Greetings from Galveston Mural, and Absolute Equality Mural by biking to each location. Plus, this tour runs in a small group limited to 12 to keep things more intimate.

Go behind the scenes of Galveston’s demolitions, renovations, and reconstruction of some of its most well-known buildings and structures with this Galveston Demolition, Renovation, and Reconstruction Private Tour. This private tour is just for you and your group and takes you through the East End Historic District and the Strand District to see some of the city’s oldest buildings, including Victorian-era homes.