Galveston's Original Ghost Tour
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Step into the shadows of Galveston’s historic downtown and experience the tour that started it all—The Original Strand Ghost Tour. Founded in 1998 by the legendary Dash Beardsley, this is Galveston’s longest-running and most celebrated ghost tour, now led by Spooky Gin and your storytellers.
As night falls over the Strand Historic District, your guide will lead you past 19th-century buildings still echoing with the spirits of the island’s past. Hear tales of restless souls from the Great Storm of 1900, haunted hotels, tragic love stories, and the lingering presence of Galveston’s most famous ghosts.
With a perfect balance of history, mystery, and spine-tingling fun, this walking tour offers an unforgettable glimpse into Galveston’s haunted past. Whether you’re a skeptic, a true believer, or just looking for a unique evening adventure, the Original Strand Tour delivers a chilling experience unlike any other.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What To Expect
This is a walking Tour we will walk around the historic district on both sides of the Strand ending on Mechanic Street outside of the Tremont Hotel at 23rd and Mechanic.
What‘s Included
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Galveston's Original Ghost Tour
Reviews
1 review
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Spooky Ghost Tours - The Original!
michaelm846,,Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I absolutely agree with all the stellar five-star reviews! Gin is a fantastic storyteller who genuinely brings the spooky, rich history of Galveston to vivid life. As a seasoned paranormal investigator and a professional ghost tour guide myself from NW Indiana, with over 25 years of experience leading tours, I can confidently say that Gin with Spooky Galveston provides an exceptional experience. Gin specifically came out just for my group on a cold, super windy night. She was incredibly knowledgeable and gave us a terrific, spine-tingling tour. I deeply appreciated how she often mentioned Dash, respectfully keeping his spirit alive through the compelling stories she told. You can tell immediately how deeply rooted in the community Gin is, as she seamlessly partners with many local organizations and has a deep, infectious passion for her work that genuinely shines through in every fascinating story she shares. The tour was just the right mix of eerie hauntings and fascinating history. Like me, Gin is also an established paranormal investigator and frequently partakes in local investigations. I sat and talked with her after the tour and was genuinely impressed—even captivated—with her extensive depth of knowledge, not just in the ghost stories, but also in the rich, complex history of the island itself. It's a great experience, incredibly informative, and a definite "must-do" while visiting Galveston. If you're looking for something unique and memorable to do in Galveston—whether you're intensely interested in ghost-related activities or simply general history—Gin with Spooky Galveston is highly, highly recommended!
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