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5.0(3 reviews)

Private Galveston Sightseeing Tour 5-Hr Air-Conditioned Day Trip

From$450
5 hours
Houston, USA

Full description

Includes complimentary pickup from your central Houston hotel, business or home in Air-Conditioned vehicle [Luxury SUV or Passenger Van based on group size] by a certified guide to begin your 5-hour Day Trip to Galveston which is 50 miles/ 80 kilometers from downtown Houston. Enjoy 1 hour of scenic road views each way while being briefed on island history from cannibals and pirates to gangsters and presidents followed by 90-minute Sightseeing Tour to include Early Victorian Mansions, Moody Gardens Pyramids, Ocean Views, Bay Area, Beach Area, Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal, Fort Crockett, The Pleasure Pier, The Sacred Heart Cathedral, The Bishop's Palace This Private Experience allows you the option to skip Sightseeing for direct drop off at Museums, Attractions, Beach Walking, Shopping, Margarita's at Island Pubs or Dining on fresh Seafood, Steaks at Ocean View Restaurants. Additional time can be added to this experience.

Included / Excluded

  • Private Transportation in executive class SUV or Passenger Van
  • Professional guide/certified Tourism Ambassador for Galveston, Texas
  • Bottled water/ salted snacks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (INSIDE CENTRAL HOUSTON ONLY)
  • Transportation and Tour will be in Covered, Air-Conditioned vehicle.
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Attraction admission

Itinerary

1

Pass by: Historical Strand is the original central business district now home to shops, pubs, boutiques, restaurants. Take a quick stroll down the block to gift shop if desired

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
2

Pass by: Former home of W. Moody. Find out who he was and what he did on the tour. Enter as a museum choice for self guided tour

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
3

Pass by: Hear the history of this 1900s storm survivor. Enter as museum choice for extraordinary scenery

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
4

Pass by: Viewing only

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
5

Pass by: Historical district

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
6

Pass by: Enter as museum choice if desired, or drive by.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
7

Pass by: Learn the history of the railroad. View antique trains inside and out. Spend time here as a museum choice

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
8

Pass by: Learn the history and current procedure of oil drilling. Enter as a museum choice if desired. Self-guided.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
9

Pass by: Hear its origin and purpose.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
10

Pass by: USS Cavala submarine and USS Stewart Destroyer Escort. View only or enter as museum choice.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
11

Pass by: An amusement park over the ocean in Galveston. Choose to spend whole day here if desired with paid admission as option for museum entry and enjoy restaurants, rides and fun on the water with gift shops next door or just drive by for viewing

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
12

Pass by: One of the oldest homes on the Island as well as most haunted. Hear it's story on the tour.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Stroller Accessible
  • Easy Public Transport
  • Infant Seats Available

Traveler reviews

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All star service!

We loved our tour with Alan to Galveston in November! He was punctual, friendly and accomodating. The van was clean and well stocked with treats and Alan’s local knowledge was fantastic. The communication beforehand was excellent, especially as we were travelling from New Zealand! We talk about the trip often and will be booking again for our next trip!

PohollyJan 31, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Great day!

We had a great day! It was a fun and easy way to see the area. Our guide was very knowledgeable and offered some great tips on things to do for the rest of our trip. We loved hearing stories from Galveston’s history and seeing some areas of Houston that we’d have never known about otherwise.

juliesO3255URJun 5, 2020TRIPADVISOR

Great Time in Houston

Wonderful all day Galveston and Houston tour. Greg, our tour guide was excellent. He was very knowledgeable about Houston and Galveston. Would highly recommend tour for anyone visiting the Houston area.

happytravelerpt2018Jul 21, 2018TRIPADVISOR
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