Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour

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GHOST ON THE STRAND

2 Adults x $30.00

$60.00

Approx Total

$60.00

Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Tour guide

Overview

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.”

Meeting points

Your tour guide will meet you at 2411 Strand in front of Patrick's bar. There's a sign that hangs over the sidewalk that reads Patrick's. Please wait for your tour guide under the sign not in the bar. Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour Starts

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

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!

10 minutes
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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!

10 minutes
Grand 1894 Opera House

Charles F. Coghlan a famous British actor sailed to Galveston to grace the stage of The Grand Opera House. But poor Charles died before the curtain was ever raised. What to do with this distinguished visitor’s body? While waiting for the answer THE GREAT STORM demolished the island and carried Charles coffin out to sea. It floated from Galveston to Prince Albert Sound before it finally made land…ABOUT A MILE FROM WHERE CHARLES WAS GOING TO RETIRE!

10 minutes

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
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Wheelchair accessible

Free Cancellation

April 25100% refund

April 26No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Thomas

Published on Jan, 2025

Thomas the best story teller and so entertaining so funny. I learned so much about Galveston. Five stars to Thomas

Great tour with Thomas!

Published on Jan, 2025

Thomas did a great job as our tour guide. Lots of good history and paranormal knowledge was shared by him on our walk. The family loved it! Can’t wait to try another one on our next visit.

Very informative exciting tour

Published on Jan, 2025

Thomas was great. Very informative made the tour very exciting. Lots of interesting ghost stories and historical facts. 10 out 10 great tour and tour guide.

Family friendly

Published on Jan, 2025

It was a great walking ghost tour that was also family friendly. Chris kept it’s entertaining while also giving lot of history of Galveston.

Thomas Knows it All....

Published on Jan, 2025

Thomas was cordial, punny, and knowledgeable. As a native Texan I was able to learn about the history of the island, especially the parts not included in our history books. If you're looking for a well informed and invested tour guide to give you an insight into the seedy past of the island and reasons for the hauntings Thomas is your man!

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