Tours/Galveston/The Historic Galveston Ghost Tour
Viator · group up to 35 pax

The Historic Galveston Ghost Tour

4.8(1,710)Galveston1 hour
VIATOR4.8(445)TRIPADVISOR4.9(1,265)

Description

*The Official Ghost Tour of Galveston* Highest rated tour - Locally Owned & Operated! Walk the haunted streets of Galveston on the island’s most unforgettable ghost tour. In just 1½ hours, you’ll uncover dark secrets hidden inside grand mansions and forgotten landmarks. These are true stories, whispered for over 150 years, and still terrifying locals today. Our expert guides reveal chilling evidence through historic photos, letters, and eyewitness accounts from those who never truly left. Believer or skeptic, this tour has turned thousands into true ghost hunters. Family-friendly but genuinely eerie, this is the must-do haunted tour in Galveston.

Tour Options

Historic Galveston Ghost Tours

Itinerary

15 min

The extremely wealthy eccentric Betty Brown’s spirit is forever roaming the elegant halls of Ashton Villa. Many have seen Betty wearing a turquoise dress and carrying a fan during lavish event held at the mansion. Even death can’t keep Betty from being the life of the party…and scare the guests half to death.

15 min

One of over 200 historical markers on the island, this is the former residence of Olga Samaroff who is known to still haunt the home until this day.

15 min

We tour several homes in this area that have had multiple supernatural encounters

15 min

This home has had murders & lies haunt its past. Come see why this home is features on many shows including Netflix & Hollywood movies

15 min

Only one person ever liked living at the Normandy Inn and that was the man who brought Satanism to the island. One week after construction, a young boy threw himself out of the window… AND LIVED. When asked why he did such a thing, he replied, “Something evil was going to kill me”. Now The Normandy Inn has become a pilgrimage site for those who practice voodoo, black magic, Satanism and witch craft. Many sacrificial rituals have taken place here including… A HUMAN! To this day, it is still used as a portal the hell.

15 min

Many guests to this hotel have told stories of a lonely lady wandering the halls, some even having full conversations with her. But in the morning, realizing that she never existing at all!

Highlights

Limited Parking provided; free street parking
Guided walking tour

What's included

Included
Limited Parking provided; free street parking
Guided walking tour

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • 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
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Active military personnel free

Reviews(1,710)

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samanthanicols
July 5, 2026
LADY SAELYM

She was amazing with great energy and knowledge of the island !

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Michelle O
July 5, 2026
Stop asking for tips

Please stop asking for tips. We already paid for the service. It was a great history lesson, which we did enjoy.

Operator response

Thank you for your feedback, and we're very glad to hear you enjoyed the tour. We also appreciate you sharing your concerns. Tipping our guides is always completely optional. We're grateful to those who choose to recognize when a guide has provided an enjoyable experience, but we certainly never want anyone to feel pressured, and we're sorry if that was your impression. We truly appreciate you joining us and appreciate your support, whether you choose to tip or not, and we hope we'll have the opportunity to welcome you back for another tour in the future.

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skylynnn2026
July 4, 2026
Entertaining and spooky experience

The tour was great! Our tour guide Rob was knowledgeable, personable, friendly, and funny! We had a great time learning all new things about the history of Galveston, especially me as a true crime lover, this was right up my alley. Will definitely be doing other tours with them!

Operator response

Thank you for the wonderful review! We're so glad Rob made the tour fun, informative, and memorable. It's great to hear the true crime stories were right up your alley! We can't wait to have you back for another one of our tours.

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belindahV2882ZT
July 4, 2026
The Historic Galveston ghost tour

Amazing very informative !fun loved it I will go again!!!!Salem was an awesome tour guide !!!

Operator response

Thank you for the amazing review! We're thrilled you had such a fun and informative experience with Lady Saelym. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another tour!

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GoPlaces15053126475
July 3, 2026
Spooky History Tour '26

My wife and I had a great time on the tour. Learned alot about the history of Galveston and the tragic past. Didn't get any paranormal experiences, but it's definitely worth it! Highly recommended! Lady Saelym and Tyler made a great team!

Operator response

Thank you for the great review! We're so glad you enjoyed learning about Galveston's rich history and had a great time with us. We'll be sure to pass your kind words along! Thanks for the recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back for another spooky adventure soon! 👻

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alexandriab481
July 2, 2026
Awesome family experience!

Blackwater Blake did great! Me and my kids enjoyed it

Operator response

Thank you for the wonderful review! We're so glad you and your family had a great time with Blake. We appreciate your support and hope to welcome you all back for another tour soon!

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Connector14338981979
July 1, 2026
Great Experience

Thomas was great, highly recommend. My 9 year old was the main one wanting to go but I’m glad we did. My son was ready for the 10 o’clock tour after we had just finished. Lots of good info!

Operator response

Thank you for the great review! We're thrilled Thomas helped make it such a fun experience, and it's awesome to hear your son was ready to go again right away. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to see your family back for another tour soon!

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Q3605EOjenniferr
July 1, 2026
Amazing!!

I am a skeptic but Lady Saylem made a believer out of me!!!

Operator response

Thank you for the amazing review! We're so glad Lady Saelym gave you such a memorable experience. We appreciate your support and hope to welcome you back for another tour soon!

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X7993HXabbys
July 1, 2026
Ghost tour

It was an amazing tour with lady Salem!

Operator response

Thank you for the wonderful review! We're so happy you had an amazing time with Lady Saelym. We truly appreciate your support and hope to see you again on another tour soon!

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reginac678
June 30, 2026
Great!

Terrific tour. Guides are Excellent!

Operator response

Thank you for the great review! We're thrilled you enjoyed the tour and our guides. We appreciate your support and hope to welcome you back again soon!

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