Galveston Sightseeing Tour 5-Hr private day trip

Name: Galveston Sightseeing Tour 5-Hr private day trip
Brand: Viator
Price: 450 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (4 reviews)

5.0(4)5 hoursEnglishBook 2 hours aheadHouston, United States

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The perfect way to explore Galveston Island in comfort and style! Our air-conditioned sightseeing tours offer a seamless blend of scenic beauty and professional service, ideal for visiting from Houston. Whether you're soaking in coastal charm or uncovering historic landmarks, every moment is crafted for relaxation and enjoyment. Galveston is 50 mi/ 80 km from downtown Houston. 1-hr scenic road views each way. Hear island history from cannibals and pirates to gangsters and presidents. 90-min island sightseeing to include Early Victorian Mansions, Moody Gardens Pyramids, Ocean Views, Bay Area, Beach Area, Cruise port, Fort Crockett, The Pleasure Pier, The Sacred Heart Cathedral, The Bishop's Palace. 2-hrs travel, 90 min sightseeing, 90 min self-guided free time.

This customized tour allows the option to skip sightseeing for direct drop off at ocean view dining, cocktail bars, beaches, shopping, museums & attractions. Additional time can be added to this experience.

Included

Private Transportation in executive class SUV or Passenger Van
Professional guide/certified Tourism Ambassador for Galveston, Texas
Bottled water/ salted snacks
Hotel pickup and drop-off (INSIDE CENTRAL HOUSTON ONLY)
Transportation and Tour will be in Covered, Air-Conditioned vehicle.

Not included

Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Attraction admission

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What you'll do

The Strand
2100 Strand St, Galveston, United States
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
Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway, Galveston, United States
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
1892 Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway St, Galveston, United States
Hear the history of this 1900s storm survivor. Enter as museum choice for extraordinary scenery
Galveston Naval Museum
100 Seawolf Parkway Blvd, Seawolf Park, Galveston, United States
Viewing only
Downtown Historic District Market Square
301 Milam St, Houston, United States
Historical district
Grand 1894 Opera House
2020 Post Office St, Galveston, United States
Enter as museum choice if desired, or drive by.
Galveston Railroad Museum
2602 Santa Fe Pl, Galveston, United States
Learn the history of the railroad. View antique trains inside and out. Spend time here as a museum choice
Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig & Museum
2002 Wharf Rd, Galveston, United States
Learn the history and current procedure of oil drilling. Enter as a museum choice if desired. Self-guided.
Discovery Green
1500 McKinney St, Houston, United States
Hear its origin and purpose.
Galveston Island State Park
14901 Fm 3005, Galveston, United States
USS Cavala submarine and USS Stewart Destroyer Escort. View only or enter as museum choice.
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
2501 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, United States
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
One of the oldest homes on the Island as well as most haunted
Hear it's story on the tour.

Meeting and pickup

50 locations

Pickup details

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.

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The Sam Houston Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
1117 Prairie Street, Houston, United States
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Hampton Inn Houston Downtown Convention Center
710 Crawford Street, Houston, United States
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Hotel ZaZa Houston Museum District
5701 Main Street, Houston, United States
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Hilton Americas-Houston
1600 Lamar Street, Located Across The Street From Discovery Green, Houston, United States
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Holiday Inn Houston S - Nrg Area - Med Ctr By IHG
8111 Kirby Dr., Houston, United States
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The Lancaster
701 Texas Avenue, Houston, United States
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Holiday Inn Houston Downtown By IHG
1616 Main Street, Houston, United States
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Tru By Hilton Houston Downtown Convention Center
1540 Leeland St, Houston, United States
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The Whitehall
1700 Smith St., Houston, United States
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Houston - Greenway Plaza
6 E Greenway Plaza, Houston, United States
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
5353 Westheimer Road, Houston, United States
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Aloft by Marriott Houston by the Galleria
5415 Westheimer Road, Houston, United States
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Moxy Houston Downtown
412 Main Street, Houston, United States
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Hotel Ylem
8080 Main St, Houston, United States
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Marriott Marquis Houston
1777 Walker Street, Houston, United States
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The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
2222 West Loop South, Houston, United States
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JW Marriott Houston by The Galleria
5150 Westheimer Road, Houston, United States
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Hyatt Place Houston Galleria
5252 W Alabama St, Houston, United States
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Hyatt Regency Houston/Galleria
2626 Sage Rd, Houston, United States
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Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
1085 Rusk Street, Houston, United States
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Hampton Inn & Suites Houston Medical Center NRG Park
1715 Old Spanish Trail, Houston, United States
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Houston Downtown Convention Center
1515 Dallas Street, Houston, United States
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Omni Houston Hotel
4 Riverway, Houston, United States
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Magnolia Hotel Houston, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
1100 Texas Avenue, Houston, United States
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Houston Near the Galleria
2911 Sage Road, Houston, United States
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Best Western Plus Downtown Inn & Suites
915 W Dallas St, Houston, United States
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Sonesta ES Suites Houston Galleria
5190 Hidalgo Street, Houston, United States
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Aloft by Marriott Houston Downtown
820 Fannin Street, Houston, United States
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Extended Stay America Suites - Houston - Galleria
2500 McCue Road, Houston, United States
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JW Marriott Houston Downtown
806 Main Street, Houston, United States
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The Westin Oaks Houston At The Galleria
5011 Westheimer At Post Oak, Post Oak Blvd, Houston, United States
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C. Baldwin, Curio Collection by Hilton
400 Dallas Street, Houston, United States
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The Westin Galleria Houston
5060 West Alabama, Houston, United States
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Houston Marriott Medical Center/Museum District
6580 Fannin St, Driveway Entrance on 1730 Dryden Road, Houston, United States
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Extended Stay America - Houston - Med. Ctr. - Greenway Plaza
2330 Southwest Fwy, Houston, United States
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The Chifley
2400 West Loop S, Houston, United States
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Le Meridien Houston Downtown
1121 Walker Street, Houston, United States
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The Houstonian Hotel, Club & Spa
111 N Post Oak Ln, Houston, United States
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Hyatt Regency Houston Downtown
1200 Louisiana St, Houston, United States
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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Good to know

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.

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

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