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Maximize time in Galveston with a private sightseeing tour. Get picked up at your hotel or meet your guide at a meeting point and set out on a city tour. Learn about local history and architecture as you see top landmarks including the Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier, The Strand, and the Seawall. Get your bearings in Galveston with this private tour or customize the itinerary according to your interests.
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Private Tour of Galveston
1 hour 30 minutes
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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.
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Galveston Island E-Bike Adventure Tour
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Galveston has a unique history—one filled with underground speakeasies and casinos, as well as mobsters and a historic hurricane. Hear all the juicy details in a private setting, away from crowded group tours when you book this Galveston Private Mob History Tour. Travel the interactive route around the city as your guide tells you about the mobsters who made a big impact on Galveston.
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Galveston Mob History Private Tour
1 hour 30 minutes
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If paranormal-history adventures strike your interest, book this Galveston The Strand District Self-Guided Ghost Tour that allows you to explore the city at your own pace at a time that’s best for you. Just download the app on your smartphone and follow the audio guide through the Strand District, stopping at haunted highlights such as the Galveston Railroad Museum and Hendley Market. The audio tour guide narrates scary stories as you walk.
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Galveston Haunted Smartphone Guided Audio Walking App
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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.
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Galveston Mansions and Murder Walking Tour
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This is Galveston’s best self-guided ghost tour with professional narration and music. Explore at your own pace with nothing to download, headphones optional, 7-day access. Every stop blends real history with chilling legend, crafted from local records and eyewitness accounts.
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Galveston Ghost Tour
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Discover the darker side of Galveston on a ghost tour. Pass by mansions and other historical sights where spooky and mysterious things are said to have happened, and hear about the island's secrets, paranormal events, and haunted history that dates back 150 years. This tour is a fun way to learn a bit about Galveston's history.
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The Historic Galveston Ghost Tour
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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.
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Demo and Reno Galveston Reconstructed Private Tour
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Uncover the grandeur of Galveston's elite during the Gilded Age. This tour offers a unique opportunity to delve into the city's vibrant history and understand how these structures shaped Galveston into the "Wall Street of the South.
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Galveston Gilded Age Architecture Tour
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This Galveston Open-Cockpit Private Biplane Tour lets you see the city like no other—from the sky. Soar in an open-air biplane and take in sights like Pleasure Pier, Gulf beaches, and Downtown Galveston without the crowds on land. You ride with a private flight for up to two passengers, enjoying an exclusive experience above the city.
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Town of Galveston Tour, Open Cockpit Biplane Ride
28 to 30 minutes
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Hear stories of Galveston’s rise in the 1800s, including battles and pirate ships, without ever having to take out your own guidebook, with this Galveston history private e-bike tour. Stay active while learning about the city’s history—a great combination for active history buffs. Plus, because this is a private tour for your own personal group, you can avoid the annoyance of riding in groups that are so big you miss out on hearing all the details.
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Historical E-Bike Tour of Galveston
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The Bay Queen River Boat Experience offers a unique way to celebrate special occasions on the stunning waters of Galveston Bay. Perfect for corporate events, weddings, and family gatherings, this rental accommodates up to 109 guests. Enjoy day, midday and sunset cruises with drinks and snacks while soaking in the natural beauty of the bay. The boat comes equipped with modern sound systems and elegant seating to create the right ambiance for your event. - Host memorable parties, from birthdays to weddings, on a spacious boat - Relax on sunset cruises for a romantic evening or peaceful escape - Perfect for corporate events, family reunions, and holiday celebrations - Conveniently located at 2100 Harborside Drive, Galveston, TX
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Galveston Bay Queen River Boat Private Event
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Ideal for travelers who want to dive into the 1900 hurricane’s history of Galveston, this Galveston Voices of the 1900 Storm Private History Tour takes you around the island to hear stories, see buildings that withstood the storm, and more. Plus, since this is a private tour, you can move at your own pace without others rushing you along.
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Voices of the 1900 Storm Private Tour
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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.
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The Galveston Cemetery Tour - Walk With The Dead!
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See Galveston and learn about its history without stepping onto a crowded group tour. Prebook this Galveston Private Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour and guarantee your ride on the day you prefer to go. Plus, since it’s a private tour, just you and your group of up to six will attend. A guide tells you about the history of Galveston as you relax aboard the moving carriage.
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Private Carriage Tour of Galveston
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Unless you own a plane yourself, the chances of soaring over Galveston in a biplane are slim. Book this exhilarating flight for a unique and amazing experience that takes you up in the sky to see bird's-eye views of the city’s attractions. Some highlights include the Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier, the Galveston Historic Seaport, and some Texas battleships.
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First Mate Open Cockpit Biplane Ride in Galveston
18 to 20 minutes
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This Galveston Island and Bolivar Point Lighthouse Private Flight Experience gives you one of the most comprehensive flights over the island, allowing you to take in key landmarks including the Bolivar Point Lighthouse. Ride in an open-cockpit biplane with just you and your group of up to two with a private pilot flying the plane. See the Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and more.
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Island and Bolivar Tour, Open Cockpit Biplane Ride
55 minutes to 1 hour
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Honor your loved one with a dignified and serene farewell on the waters of Galveston Bay. This private 90-minute charter offers a peaceful setting for a meaningful memorial service, accommodating up to 34 guests. While ceremony services are not included, you're welcome to bring flowers or personal items to commemorate the occasion. The captain will guide you to a tranquil spot on the bay for the final tribute, ensuring a respectful and memorable experience.
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Galveston Burial at Sea: Celebration of Life Charter
1 hour 30 minutes
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This Galveston Private Ghost Tour sets itself out from many others like it by taking you to the city’s historic districts by a Ford Model-T replica. Plus, unlike other ghost tours, this one is just for you and your private group, giving you an intimate look into Galveston’s history and paranormal happenings. As you ride, see historic mansions, hotels, and architecture as your guide tells spooky tales.
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Ghosts in the Graveyard Tour
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This Galveston West End Tour Open-Cockpit Private Biplane Tour takes you up in the air so you can see the city without having to navigate the massive crowds on land. Go up in a biplane and see the West End, San Luis Pass, and West Bay from high up in the sky. An open-air plane gives you a very different take on the city.
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West End Tour, Open Cockpit Biplane Ride
20 minutes to 1 hour
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See Galveston’s Bolivar Point Lighthouse from a different perspective—up in the sky—during this Bolivar Point Lighthouse Open-Cockpit Private Biplane Ride from Galveston. Soar up in the air with a pilot overlooking the lighthouse, as well as East Beach, Stewart Beach, and ships boating in the channel. This experience is ideal for solo travelers or couples.
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Bolivar Lighthouse Tour, Open Cockpit Biplane Ride
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