Galveston 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 20 Oct

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Starting at $25.00

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Sun 20 Oct

Starting at $25.00

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What's Included

Guided tour

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Active military personnel free

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 (58)

Cheryl_G

Jan 2022

Out tour guide , Kimber, also the author of Red Light District, Galveston, was AMAZING. You have to go on this tour. I will take all of my friends and family that visit us on the coast from now on. So interesting.

X2900AOsarahb

Dec 2021

Rob did a great job giving us all the dirt on the Maceo family, we already ordered the books he suggested! Nice safe walk, great entertainment, even threw in some ghost stories!!

Response from Host

Jan 2022

Happy new year. Glad you had a great time. Galveston's history is awesome. We hope to see you again on our newest tour the cemetery tour

Jay_D

Dec 2021

Our tour guide Nikki was both informative and entertaining! Lots of fun, laughs and, most importantly, colorful insights into Galveston's rich past! Highly recommended!!

Response from Host

Dec 2021

And thank you for taking both of our tours we really appreciate it and for taking the time to write such an awesome review have a good holidays and we'll see you soon