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

Thu 26 Feb

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Starting at $27.00

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Thu 26 Feb

Starting at $27.00

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What's Included

Guided tour of Galveston's red light district

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 (219)

Pamela_G

Sep 2021

Tour Guide Historian was excellent and kept you quite intrigued during the (1) hour and 30 minutes. The walk / talk was entertaining and educational. My husband and I enjoyed ever moment of it! Highly recommended.

Response from Host

Sep 2021

Thank you! What a wonderful review. I'll make sure Rob sees it. Please join us on one of our other tours. We look forward to seeing you again soon

Schultzreview1

Jul 2021

Well worth the ticket price… so much interesting history of the city. Our tour guide Rob talked the entire hour and half and gave us so much info. Really enjoyed it! Not for kids.

Response from Host

Jul 2021

Galveston's history is amazing isn't it? I'm glad that you had a great time. Thank you for writing such awesome review. Please come see us again soon

Dena_S

Jul 2021

Rob was excellent!!! He was funny and kept us hanging on every word. We would for sure go back and listen to him again. He knew his history and made it fun!!!

Response from Host

Jul 2021

Galveston's history has so many twists and turns it takes someone who studied a long time to get all the nuances. Rob certainly knows his stuff. We appreciate the awesome review and we thank you for writing. Please come visit us again soon