Spooky Strand Ghost Tour
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
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.”
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
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!
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!
What‘s Included
Experienced Guide Tour
Options
Daily Tours
Discount Galveston Ghost Tours
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Reviews
78 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Very cool experience the...
Justin L,,Jul 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very cool experience the tour guide was professional the way he explained everything with expressing himself with the different stories and things about the town
A Decent, Solid Ghost Tour
James T,,May 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Not sure if I believe all the stories told, but we had a great tour guide (Thomas). The tour was also not too taxing for older folks; plenty of stops where you could take a seat for a few minutes.
He talked and gave a good...
Elizabeth N,,May 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00He talked and gave a good history along with interactions. He was very polite. Small group but very fun
Top notch presentation - learned so much Galveston history
Sue F,,Apr 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Thomas was an excellent guide. His presentation was engaging with so much detail about Galveston’s history and development as a city in the 1800’s. Their port was a critical part of their businesses and for a while Galveston was the capital of Texas. But when the 1900 storm hit Galveston, it devastated the city and changed its future. The worst natural disaster ever in the U.S. Thomas told us about the long recovery of Galveston and that ghosts are part of their city. One fascinating fact after another throughout the tour! I highly recommend this tour.
Interesting history
365debt,,Mar 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lots of history, thomas was very knowledgeable. Interesting ghost stories. He even took more time with us. He pointed out various buildings and definitely captured your attention.
Informative Entertainment
KobrieH,,Feb 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thomas led a great tour! He gave great bits of history while telling us stories of some of the more notable spirits all while being fun and telling jokes. The tour was a great way to get to know the island a little better on our first night.
A must do first
N7555GCjamess,,Jan 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thomas 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!
jang936,,Dec 28, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thomas 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!
wendyfI6485XI,,Nov 9, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Took 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
790autumnw,,Nov 4, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thomas was so awesome! We so appreciated the interesting stories and history lesson. Thanks for a great night! We will be back for another tour.
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