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5-Hr Private Galveston Sightseeing Tour, Transport from Houston

1700 Travis St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
Duration

4 to 5 hours (approx.)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

8 people

Languages

English

Overview

Getting to Galveston Island from Houston can be tricky if you don’t have a vehicle. Avoid the hassle of figuring out all the details by booking this Galveston Island Private Experience from Houston that not only takes care of the car ride but also all of the details, too. After you reach the island, see Galveston Bay, Galveston Beach, Historical Strand Dinner Cinema, and more. Plus, get maps, visitors guides, and other helpful tools.

  • Visit Galveston Island and see popular landmarks and attractions
  • A guide provides commentary along the drive from Houston and on the island
  • A private tour means no waiting for others outside of your own group
  • Choose your private group size at checkout (prices vary)

What To Expect

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The Strand



“The Strand” is Galveston’s original business district and is currently a waterfront entertainment and dining district consisting of sidewalk cafes, gift shops, taverns and other interesting establishments. It also has views of the Cruise port which caters to known cruise lines such as Disney and Royal Carribbean. Its a great place to spend an hour on foot for quick bites and drinks.

• Admission Ticket Included

Moody Mansion



The Moody Mansion was built in 1895 and former home to W. H. Moody a Galveston businessman and father of a powerful Texas family. The 28,000 square foot home is available for self guided tour when customizing EXTRAS at checkout.

• Admission Ticket Included

1892 Bishop’s Palace



The Bishop’s Palace is a 1900s storm survivor built in 1982 by a master architect with ornate steel and stone. It’s lavish early Victorian interior consist of stained glass windows, Mahogany stair cases, marble fire places lined with Sterling silver, an Altar room and more. It’s exterior stone has countless hand chiseled creatures. It is available for self guided tour.

• Admission Ticket Included

Grand 1894 Opera House



The official Opera House of Texas is a 1900s storm survivor where popular celebrities once performed and operates as a non-profit theater today. Self guided tours of it’s unique and lavish 1800s interior [travelers expense] are available when customizing your tour.

• Admission Ticket Included

Moody Gardens



Bay side views of the Moody Garden’s Pyramid’s in Galveston Texas upon entry to the island.

• Admission Ticket Included

Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier



One of the few places in the America with so many rides over water. This historical island theme park is a family oriented attraction with midway games, food venues and retail shops on a long pier extended over the Gulf of Mexico.

• Admission Ticket Included

The Grand Galves Spa



The Hotel Galvez has a history of interesting guest from it’s beginning in 1911. This elegant 4 Diamond hotel offers a public Spa and posh dining options as well as a museum.

• Admission Ticket Included

Port of Galveston



Home to Houston’s ship channel, Seawolf Park, Ocean Star Museum, Royal Carribbean , Princess Cruise lines, Fisherman’s Wharf Restaurant, Harbor House Hotel, Peanut Butter Warehouse.

• Admission Ticket Included

Galveston’s 61st Street Fishing Pier



61 st street Fishing Pier offers pier access, fishing gear rentals and bait for those who want to try their luck as well as cold beer, music, soft drinks and snacks. Great island views from their upper deck accessible for price of a soft drink. Great place to spend an hour over the water and beach area.

• Admission Ticket Included

Rainforest Cafe



Rainforest Cafe is a jungle themed cafe on the Galveston Seawall offering variety of foods such as burgers, steaks, seafood, full service bar, gift shop and amusements for kids. Great place to spend an hour on the island.

• Admission Ticket Included

Galveston Historic Seaport – Home of the 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA



Texas Seaport Museum is home to 1877 Tall Ship Elissa and located on Port of Galveston next to The Fisherman’s Wharf restaurant where you can pick fresh fish to be served or tour the Tall Ship Elissa. Great place for an hour.

• Admission Ticket Included

Galveston Railroad Museum



Home to multiple early era trains on 4 tracks to tour as well as snack bar for burgers, hot dogs. Great place to spend an hour.

• Admission Ticket Included

1859 Ashton Villa



An early Victorian mansion and storm survivor now the visitors center is where the June 19th Emancipation Proclamation was read from. Ashton Villa is also one of the many island destinations believed to be haunted by ghost.

• Admission Ticket Included

Galveston Island



Island views from covered vehicle

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Highlights

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
  • Infant seats available
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • All collapsible wheel chairs ok however traveler must be able to board vehicle without physical assistance from guide.
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Included/Excluded

  • Guided by Certified Tourism Ambassador
  • Pickup from select hotels in central Houston area. Areas outside central require additional fee
  • Light refreshments
  • Maps
  • Restroom stops and photo shoots anywhere on request
  • Transport by luxury sedan, SUV , VAN or BUS
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Durations

4 to 5 hours (approx.)

Tour's Location

1700 Travis St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
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