Galveston Sightseeing Tour 5-Hr private day trip

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Pleasure Pier — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

The perfect way to explore Galveston Island in comfort and style! Our air-conditioned sightseeing tours offer a seamless blend of scenic beauty and professional service, ideal for visiting from Houston. Whether you're soaking in coastal charm or uncovering historic landmarks, every moment is crafted for relaxation and enjoyment. Galveston is 50 mi/ 80 km from downtown Houston. 1-hr scenic road views each way. Hear island history from cannibals and pirates to gangsters and presidents. 90-min island sightseeing to include Early Victorian Mansions, Moody Gardens Pyramids, Ocean Views, Bay Area, Beach Area, Cruise port, Fort Crockett, The Pleasure Pier, The Sacred Heart Cathedral, The Bishop's Palace. 2-hrs travel, 90 min sightseeing, 90 min self-guided free time.

This customized tour allows the option to skip sightseeing for direct drop off at ocean view dining, cocktail bars, beaches, shopping, museums & attractions. Additional time can be added to this experience.

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At a glance

Duration: 5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Audio guide: English
Guide: English
Operated by: Allstar Limousine & Tours

What is included

Included

Included: Private Transportation in executive class SUV or Passenger Van
Included: Professional guide/certified Tourism Ambassador for Galveston, Texas
Included: Bottled water/ salted snacks
Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off (INSIDE CENTRAL HOUSTON ONLY)
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Transportation and Tour will be in Covered, Air-Conditioned vehicle.

Not included

Not included: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Not included: Food and drinks
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Attraction admission

Itinerary

The Strand

Passing 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
Moody Mansion

Passing 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
1892 Bishop's Palace

Passing by

Hear the history of this 1900s storm survivor. Enter as museum choice for extraordinary scenery
Galveston Naval Museum

Passing by

Viewing only
Downtown Historic District Market Square

Passing by

Historical district
Grand 1894 Opera House

Passing by

Enter as museum choice if desired, or drive by.
Galveston Railroad Museum

Passing by

Learn the history of the railroad. View antique trains inside and out. Spend time here as a museum choice
Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig & Museum

Passing by

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

Passing by

Hear its origin and purpose.
Galveston Island State Park

Passing by

USS Cavala submarine and USS Stewart Destroyer Escort. View only or enter as museum choice.
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier

Passing 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
1859 Ashton Villa

Passing by

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

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

The Sam Houston Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Hampton Inn Houston Downtown Convention Center
Hotel ZaZa Houston Museum District
Hilton Americas-Houston
Holiday Inn Houston Reliant Park Area by IHG
The Lancaster
Holiday Inn Houston Downtown By IHG
Tru By Hilton Houston Downtown Convention Center
The Whitehall
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Houston - Greenway Plaza
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Aloft by Marriott Houston by the Galleria

and 27 more pickup points

We pickup all travelers from all central Houston homes, hotels, Air BnB or business. Pickup from other areas outside central Houston such as IAH are available for additional fee which is payable at time of the pickup. Email us at [email protected] for fee from outside locations.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Collapsible, non-motorized wheelchairs can be accommodated. Occupant must be able to board and disembark the vehicle without assistance from the driver.

Options

Galveston tour/5 travelers

Luxury/Executive Class : Touring by luxury, executive class Sedan or SUV for maximum 5 travelers.

Pickup included
Add more time

Duration: 1 hour

Passenger Van: Extend your day to the evening by adding additional hours to your experience.

Pickup included