Galveston Sightseeing Tour 5-Hr private day trip Discount Tickets

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Overview

Book Galveston Island sightseeing tours with complimentary pickup from your central Houston hotel, business or home in Air-Conditioned vehicle [Luxury SUV or Passenger Van based on group size] by a certified guide to begin your 5-hour tour to Galveston which is 50 miles/ 80 kilometers from downtown Houston. Enjoy 1 hour of scenic road views each way while being briefed on island history from cannibals and pirates to gangsters and presidents followed by 90-minute Sightseeing Tour to include Early Victorian Mansions, Moody Gardens Pyramids, Ocean Views, Bay Area, Beach Area, Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal, Fort Crockett, The Pleasure Pier, The Sacred Heart Cathedral, The Bishop's Palace Customized tour allows the option to skip sightseeing for direct drop off at Museums, attractions, beaches, shopping or dining at ocean view restaurants. Additional time can be added to this experience.

Pickup Information

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 towncars@allstarhouston.com for fee from outside locations.

Language Offered

English-AUDIO

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. The Strand
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
2. Moody Mansion
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
3. 1892 Bishop's Palace
Hear the history of this 1900s storm survivor. Enter as museum choice for extraordinary scenery
4. Galveston Naval Museum
Viewing only
5. Downtown Historic District Market Square
Historical district
6. Grand 1894 Opera House
Enter as museum choice if desired, or drive by.
7. Galveston Railroad Museum
Learn the history of the railroad. View antique trains inside and out. Spend time here as a museum choice
8. Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig & Museum
Learn the history and current procedure of oil drilling. Enter as a museum choice if desired. Self-guided.
9. Discovery Green
Hear its origin and purpose.
10. Galveston Island State Park
USS Cavala submarine and USS Stewart Destroyer Escort. View only or enter as museum choice.
11. Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
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
12. 1859 Ashton Villa
One of the oldest homes on the Island as well as most haunted. Hear it's story on the tour.

Inclusion

Private transportation

Professional guide/certified Tourism Ambassador for Galveston, Texas

Bottled water/ salted snacks

Hotel pickup and drop-off (INSIDE CENTRAL HOUSTON ONLY)

In-vehicle air conditioning

Exclusion

Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Food and drinks

Gratuities

Attraction admission

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

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

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

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.

Supplied by Allstar Limousine & Tours

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