All Galveston Tours & Excursions in 2026

Ryan was an awesome tour guide! He was very knowledgeable and personable. My sister and I greatly enjoyed the tour and highly recommend it. We had so much fun with the group of people on our tour! Be aware that there is a great deal of walking involved so beware of footwear you choose for the tour...

This is my first trip back to Galveston in over forty years, so I had to make sure to locate a fully immersed tour experience. This absolutely didn’t disappoint❤️ If you’re looking for a tour that doesn’t just show you Galveston—but moves you—the Juneteenth and Beyond Black History Van Tour absolutely delivers. From the moment you step into the air-conditioned van, you can feel this isn’t going to be a typical sightseeing experience. It’s immersive, personal, and deeply meaningful. The tour is led by passionate, highly knowledgeable guides who don’t just recite facts—they bring history to life with storytelling that’s vivid, emotional, and unforgettable. What makes this tour exceptional is how it connects you to the real story of Juneteenth—right where it happened. As you travel through Galveston, you visit powerful landmarks like Reedy Chapel, the Juneteenth marker, and historic cultural sites along the Strand, each one layered with stories of resilience, struggle, and triumph.  And instead of feeling like distant history, it feels immediate—like you’re standing in the very moments that changed lives forever. The small-group setting makes a huge difference. It creates an intimate, almost conversational atmosphere where questions are encouraged, and every guest feels included. Many visitors say it feels less like a tour and more like a shared journey through time—one that leaves you reflecting long after it’s over. And then there’s the impact. This isn’t just informative—it’s eye-opening. Guests consistently describe the experience as powerful and enlightening, often saying they learned stories and perspectives they were never taught before.  One reviewer captured it perfectly: it’s like “stepping out of the darkness of ignorance into the light of knowledge.” By the end, you don’t just leave with facts—you leave with a deeper appreciation of Galveston’s role in American history and a renewed respect for the legacy of Juneteenth itself. Bottom line: Dr. Araminta provides an unforgettable experience!! This tour is a must-do. It’s thoughtful, moving, and incredibly well-executed—a five-star experience that educates your mind and stays with your heart. Protect Dr. Amarinta at all costs ✊🏾✊🏾❤️❤️

We thoroughly enjoyed both the Aquarium and the rainforest! The Penguins were our favorite! We also ate at the garden restaurant, which was fantastic! We also did the 4D experience simulating being in a submarine and the music museum. Both of those were good also. We spent over five hours total. I would highly recommend spending a day here!

The entire process was extremely easy and stress free. The owner was friendly and very knowledgable on the history of Galveston. This was the perfect way for our group of seniors to see the historical sites of the beautiful city of Galveston. Will definately do this again next time we're in Texas.

Our tour guide was Ann. I enjoyed hearing some of the stories of people buried there,and interacting with tour guide. We had a small group of 5 plus guide. Was nice leisure walking pace. We went at 6pm ,I think it would have been really cool to have done 8 pm tour but it wasnt available by time I decided to book.

The tour started at the library, which was very nice inside. (And cool) This tour has a couple miles of walking and Galveston can be HOT. Bring water, hats, fans…All of it. We learned some good information about some of the fancier houses and also some lesser-known ones. Jay was very knowledgeable and he has a nice voice.

My husband and i with my Mother and 2 of our best friends went on a tour at the Moody Mansion. What a beautiful home! Currently, the lower level is a childrens museum! We were able to tour 2 levels with the top level being closed as it is used as storage. Everything we saw was restored and kept clean and preserved. Herman, a volunteer, was very kind and helpful as was a young lady whom i didnt get her name. They were very knowledgable and helped my Mom get into a very small elevator with her walker. She did great but if you have any claustrophobia you should take the stairs! I highly recommend this self guided tour of Moody Mansion!

Dave was our tour guide and he did an amazing job keeping all of us entertained. We had a really large group, much larger than the normal, about 35 people. Still, we were all well informed on the historical aspects of Galveston plus the spooky details (and photographic proof!) of the haunted places we visited. Highly recommend. We went at 8pm which was a great time for the sun to set as we embarked on our tour.