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1 hour 30 minutes
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Highest rated tour | Locally Owned & Operated!
The stories that you’ll hear as we venture on our 1½ hour walking Ghost Tour, past the gilded mansions and palaces are only whispered about on Galveston. People here are too afraid to open a dialog with the dead… afraid to unlock the gates of hell. We’ll unravel the horrible, scary secrets that lurk inside the ghost sanctuaries… secrets kept for the past 150 years!
We have researched stacks of photographs and letters from those who won’t stay dead! We dive warily into the haunted past and uncover the reasons why this unstoppable paranormal force still grips the island. Bring your garlic, crosses and silver bullets as we descend into the ghost hunt darkness.
This Ghost tour is for believers and nonbelievers alike. You’ll turn from skeptic to ghost hunter and learn about Galveston’s unparalleled and fascinating paranormal history along way.
This tour is appropriate for all ages. But beware, you may have run.
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Active military personnel free
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Limited Parking provided; free street parking
Guided walking tour
1859 Ashton Villa
The extremely wealthy eccentric Betty Brown’s spirit is forever roaming the elegant halls of Ashton Villa. Many have seen Betty wearing a turquoise dress and carrying a fan during lavish event held at the mansion. Even death can’t keep Betty from being the life of the party…and scare the guests half to death.
One of over 200 historical markers on the island, this is the former residence of Olga Samaroff who is known to still haunt the home until this day.
1,184 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Jessica R,
Jul 11, 2025
- Viator
Tyler was very knowledgeable and friendly making the tour a great experience. It was fun learning about the spooky history of Galveston.
GARY K,
Jul 7, 2025
- Viator
Boo Very spooky!! Great history of the ghostly houses on the island. Enjoyed the walk through history
Corie K,
Jul 2, 2025
- Viator
This tour was informative and included great details and facts. Dave was engaging, interesting and fun.
Jeannette W,
Jun 26, 2025
- Viator
We did the 8:00 tour in June. The weather was pleasant. It was a large group but Dave did job making sure everyone could hear.
Marilyn,
Jun 24, 2025
- Viator
Dave was well informed and entertaining. Each stop was interesting and a bit spooky. Galveston has a varied and colorful history. I learned a couple new things.
Operated by Historic Galveston Ghost Tours