Storm on the Strand Ghost Tour in Galveston booking from $25.00

Storm on the Strand Ghost Tour

Overview

Galveston has seen a horrifying number of sudden deaths. An ungodly number of the islands dearly departed, well never departed. Their spirits are lurking in the shadows, alleys, staircases and stalk THE STRAND every day! The historic 19th century buildings on THE STRAND have become ghost sanctuaries. And the ghosts inside are just dying to meet you.

Join us on our 90 minute walking tour as we explore the fascinating paranormal happenings on the strand, the original street of horror. Hurricanes, war, fire, and epidemics! The pirate Jean Lafitte even turned the island into a den of thieves. Galveston has more ghosts than any other city in U.S.

Walking in the night, translucent figures will float by the windows. Shadows will suddenly appear and objects move of their own accord as we huddle closer to one another for are mutual protection. We never know what’s waiting for us around the corners. Beware and be scared! After all Galveston is nothing but “a cemetery with a beach attached.”

City: Galveston

Tue 24 Dec

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What's Included

Experienced Tour Guide

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Galveston Railroad Museum

At its height this railroad station saw over 40,000 people a day on their way to Galveston's bars, casinos and brothels. An engineer by the name of William Watson would entertain the passing crowds by doing handstands on the cattle guard of the engines. One unfortunate day he SLIPPED and was immediately decapitated. A derby hat was still securely sitting on the head they found A MILE AWAY!

Grand 1894 Opera House

Charles F. Coghlan a famous British actor sailed to Galveston to grace the stage of The Grand Opera House. But poor Charles died before the curtain was ever raised. What to do with this distinguished visitor’s body? While waiting for the answer THE GREAT STORM demolished the island and carried Charles coffin out to sea. It floated from Galveston to Prince Albert Sound before it finally made land…ABOUT A MILE FROM WHERE CHARLES WAS GOING TO RETIRE!

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (53)

MICHELLE_S

Jun 2022

A lot of interesting history about the area we never knew. Pirate John knew his stuff and kept it interesting..

Response from Host

Jun 2022

Pirate John is an expert on the folklore of the strand. Appreciate the compliment. Thank you for taking our tour and we hope to see you again soon

SherriLB555

May 2022

May 17, 2022 Jakk was wonderful. We thought he had been doing this particular tour for years. Such a great entertainer and historian. Plus the fact that he is a musician too! Our little foursome totally enjoyed the tour… Jakk was considerate as he stopped at places where we could sit and be in the shade. We recommend this Galveston history lesson and entertaining evening!! Mike and Sherri Butler Mansfield, Texas

Response from Host

May 2022

They're Mike and sherry, thank you for such an awesome review. Jack's new to the team and he'll be delighted with your review. We hope to see you again soon

Pinkydog21

May 2022

Our guide was entertaining and very full of info. We learned about the storm and some personal stories of other prominent people in Galveston’s history. He did a fantastic job. Only downside was It would have been more fun to delve into the ghost thing a little more. Comparing to some other ghost tours where they told more about sightings. Nothing to do with the guide at all, just the content. But I was definitely glad we spent the money. Well worth it.

Response from Host

May 2022

I thank you for your review. I assure you the guides are well versed in paranormal history of the strand. Perhaps they thought you were more interested in the history. But I'm glad you enjoyed yourself. See you again soon

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