Galveston Island Red Light District Tour

Overview

Return to a time when the mob ran Galveston and their guests were treated as if they were family. When you crossed the bridge you enter "The Free State of Galveston," where the only rules were mob rules. The stars of the era were world class entertainers brought in to perform in the casinos, including Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr., and Dean Martin. Everyone was enjoying their own "Vegas Dream" right here in Galveston.

City: Galveston

Sun 10 Nov

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Starting at $25.00

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Sun 10 Nov

Starting at $25.00

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What's Included

Experienced Tour Guide

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

What To Expect

Antique Warehouse

Originally the Oleander Hotel in 1913. Listed in the Green Book as safe haven in the Jim Crow south. A place where the African American travelers could stay their journey to Galveston.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (9)

852bedirhan_

Aug 2022

It was an amazing tour. I really enjoyed. So professional guides. If you thinking about to come here, dont miss this tour.

Response from Host

Aug 2022

Thank you for the five stars. We really appreciate it. And for your recommendation. We do hope to see you in one of our other tours soon

Q7998QUjulieo

Jun 2022

This was a walking tour. The weather was perfect. No rain and not to hot with no bugs. This tour was very interesting. I knew somewhat about the red light district but not the behind the scenes. It was interesting listening to what went on. Little disappointed that we had to stay outside and the tour guide told us about inside the buildings. Would be nice to go inside and get a visual of what went on. I guess during the day on the weekend you can go in and the owner will give you a tour. But we were passing threw and will not be there for the weekend. It was nice she had some pictures of what things looked like inside.

Response from Host

Jun 2022

So glad you enjoyed some of Galveston's darker history. Thank you for your awesome review. Unfortunately due to insurance purposes we can't go into the houses. However you're right during the day some of them are open to the public and you can view the graffiti where the prostitutes were keeping toll of their customers very interesting and the licenses as well. Please come see us again

dernh2021

Apr 2022

My wife and I are visiting for our honeymoon and we decided to experience some chills while we're chilling on the beautiful island of Galveston, we did the Dark of the Moon tour in the red light district with Noelle and she was so fun and knowledgeable about the history of Galveston. But we just couldn't get enough so we also did the Cemetery tour with Annette and her stories about the people buried there were to die for. Historic Galveston Ghost Tours rocks!!!

Response from Host

Apr 2022

Thank you for allowing us to share some of Galveston's awesome history with you. I'm glad both the tour guides did a great job. Remember the people on the tour have to fun so if you're having fun they're having fun. Please come see us again soon and again thank you for writing