All day Galveston Tour From Houston with Tall Ship Elissa & Dolphin Watch
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Galveston, Texas is a charming Southern retreat just 50 miles from Houston. It's a destination full of art, historic architecture, chic boutiques, ghost legends and more - all tucked within a quaint Gulf Coast barrier island. While you drive, listen to the history and legends that formed the city from your guide, with plenty of time to ask questions and stop for photos. Get a closer look at Galveston’s history on a sightseeing tour Avoid crowded tourist buses and explore Galveston in a small group. Learn about Galveston’s rich history from our knowledgeable and friendly tour guide. Bryan museum Broadway street Stop at Moody Mansion Stop at 1859 Ashton Villa Stop at 1892 Bishop’s Palace The Historic Lucas Terrace Galveston Port 35- minutes Self guided tour at Galveston Historic Seaport 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA (admission ticket included) 45minutes -1 hour Harbor-Dolphin Tour History of Pirate -Jean Lafitte Victorian Houses 2 hours time for lunch and to enjoy Galveston7 hours
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Live commentary on board
The listed price does not include a parking fee, payable at the time of tour check-in
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- Maximum 11 travellers in this tour.
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Toyota Center
1510 Polk St, , Houston, United States, 77002-7130History of Houston and Galveston50 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
The Bryan Museum
1315 21st St, Galveston, United States, 77550-4717Opened in 2015, The Bryan Museum, located in the historic Galveston Orphans Home in Galveston, Texas, US, houses The Bryan Collection, one of the world's largest collections of historical artifacts, documents, and artwork relating to Texas and the American West7 minutes • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location3
Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway, , Galveston, United States, 77550-4427The Moody Mansion, also known as the Willis-Moody Mansion, is a historic residential building in Galveston, Texas located at 2618 Broadway Street. The thirty-one room Romanesque mansion was completed in 1895.7 minutes • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location4
1859 Ashton Villa
2328 Broadway St, , Galveston, United States, 77550-4642Ashton Villa is a fully restored, historic home located on the corner of 24th and Broadway in Galveston, Texas, United States. Constructed in 1859, it was one of the first brick structures in Texas5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location5
1892 Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway St, , Galveston, United States, 77550-4938The Bishop's Palace, also known as Gresham's Castle, is an ornate 19,082 square feet Victorian-style house, located on Broadway and 14th Street in the East End Historic District of Galveston, Texas.7 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationPort of Galveston(Pass By)
2502 Harborside Dr, , Galveston, United States, 77550The Port of Galveston is the port of the city of Galveston, Texas. It was established by a proclamation issued by the Congress of Mexico on October 17, 1825, while the land known today as Texas was still part of Mexico. The Port of Galveston is the oldest port in the Gulf of Mexico west of New OrleansView Location6
Galveston Historic Seaport - Home of the 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA
2200 Harborside Dr, Pier 22, Suite 8, Galveston, United States, 77550-1667The tall ship Elissa is a three-masted barque. She is based in Galveston, Texas, and is one of the oldest ships sailing today. Launched in 1877, she is now a museum ship at the Texas Seaport Museum. She was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1990. Wikipedia35 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location7
While aboard, you’ll hear from fully licensed and knowledgeable operators who will share the harbor’s history and folklore. You can also expect close-up encounters with big ships, dolphins, and seabirds throughout your time on the water.50 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- 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
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity due to too few participants.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in America/Chicago time to receive 100% refund.
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