The 8 Best Ghost Walking Tours in Galveston

1.Galveston’s Haunted Cemetery Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 200 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $29Our pick

Meet your English-speaking guide at 8 pm near 43rd Street and Avenue K for a 90-minute walk through Broadway, Trinity Episcopal, Old City, Evergreen, and Yellow Fever cemeteries. Guides such as Stephanie and Lenora mix Galveston history with ghost lore. The route returns to its starting point and suits families, though nighttime lighting can be limited.

“Awesome tour! Very informative. I would definitely recommend going. Ask your guide the "ghost tracker" app to download before it starts.”

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2.Galveston Haunted Pub Crawl Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 152 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $34

This two-hour evening walk pairs Galveston history with stops at local bars. Guides such as Ryan, Alan, Allan, Robert, and Star have led the route, sharing tales of Sara, Civil War soldiers, Charles Francis Coughlan, and the city’s notorious Suicide Building. Drinks cost extra, and the tour ends near Shearn-Moody Plaza.

“Nice guide great stories. Walking pace was good. Very likable guide. Gave us a lot of great facts about Galveston.”

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3.The Shadows of Revelry Walking Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 104 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $34Top rated

Start at Saengerfest Park at 9 p.m. for a 90-minute English walking tour of Galveston’s old red-light district. You’ll hear ghost tales and stories of pirates, brothels, and working women, with guides such as Donna and Abby bringing the past to life. The tour is for ages 16 and up.

“Donna was awesome She made the tour so much fun and we loved hanging out with her. It didn't even seem like we walked for 2 hours. The buildings are so cool.”

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4.The Ghosts of Galveston Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 74 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $29

Meet at Trinity Episcopal Church at 8 p.m. for a 90-minute evening walk through Galveston’s haunted past. Your English-speaking guide covers the Strand, yellow fever, St. Mary’s Cathedral Basilica, and local ghost stories. Guides may include Jennifer or Kevin, and groups can reach 30 people. The tour returns to its starting point.

“Bought tickets on viator the afternoon of the tour. Showed up to designated location and time and no one was there. Called the number of vendors that was provided in confirmation email. Was told the tour was canceled because no one signed up. Fortunately, the vendor refunded us. If I were you I'd book tickets directly with vendor instead of with third party”

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5.Spooky Strand Ghost Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 22 reviews · 1h 30m · from $30

Walk Galveston’s Strand with guide Thomas on a 90-minute, family-friendly ghost tour. Hear tales tied to the Railroad Museum, Tremont House, and Hutchings, Sealy & Company Building, while learning how sudden deaths shaped the island’s spooky reputation. Meet at 2411 Strand, in front of Patrick’s Bar.

“Thomas gaf een ontzettend leuke tour, met fijne combinatie van geschiedenis en spook-weetjes. Hij stemde goed af met de groep. Wij waren heel blij met deze leuke tour en hebben veel geleerd. Bedankt Thomas voor de leuke avond!!”

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6.Ghost-Themed Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 15 reviews · 1h 30m · from $29

Walk Galveston after dark with an English-speaking guide for 90 minutes of ghost stories and local history. The route includes the Moody Mansion and 1892 Bishop’s Palace, with tales of Jean Lafitte and the hurricane that reshaped the city. Meet at Avenue H and 22nd Street near Trinity. Bring walking shoes and weather-ready clothing.

“Kevin did a great job and even brought bug spray. We had to cut our trip short because of my kids being over it but he was incredibly understanding and so nice!”

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7.Haunted Pub Crawl Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 7 reviews · 2 hours · from $34

Meet your English-speaking guide at Shearn-Moody Plaza, then walk Galveston’s Strand district by night, stopping at atmospheric pubs with tales of murders, hurricanes, tragic love, and restless spirits. The $34 price covers the guide and walk, but drinks and food cost extra. Bring photo ID, cash, and comfortable shoes.

“Tour was amazing! Our guide was very knowledgeable, fun and gracious! I would definitely recommend this tour. Great way to not only hear about ghosts, visit some really cool pubs but also get some great history of Galveston in a fun environments.”

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8.Haunted History Pub Crawl & Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $33

Walk Galveston’s historic streets with guides such as Thomas and Mike, stopping at five local bars for stories about scandals, buildings, and the city’s darker past. The 90-minute tour starts and ends at Texas Tail Distillery. Your $33 ticket covers the walking guide, while drinks are purchased separately.

“Mike made the tour fun, scandulously educational, and memorable. We've always appreciated the character of historic buildings, but hearing more in depth stories about what went on years ago makes it all so much more interesting- with some tasty drinks along the way! Thanks, Mike!”

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