Best Historical Tours in Galveston

20 tours ranked by TourTruth score (0–10), based on Viator and GetYourGuide ratings. How scores work

We compared 20 historical tours in Galveston using 1,103 reviews on Viator and GetYourGuide. The highest scoring with at least 20 reviews is Galveston African American History Van Tour 90 min (8.7/10). Prices start at $19.95 and most cost between $31 and $75. A typical one lasts 1 hr 30 min.

Top picks

Best overall

113 reviews · $50 · 1 hr 30 min

Most reviewed

TourTruth score 8.5 out of 10 Galveston Historical Bus Tour 45 min

286 reviews

Reviewers like: dolphin sightings, family friendly, knowledgeable guide

Compare at a glance

#TourScoreRatings by siteFromDuration
1 Galveston African American History Van Tour 90 min TourTruth score 8.7 out of 10 Viator 5.0★ (113) $50 1 hr 30 min
2 Galveston Historical Bus Tour 45 min TourTruth score 8.5 out of 10 GetYourGuide 4.7★ (286) – –
3 Galveston Mob History Tour 90 min TourTruth score 8.3 out of 10 Viator 5.0★ (30) $95 1 hr 30 min
4 Galveston Great Storm Talk and Tour 2 hr 30 min TourTruth score 8.2 out of 10 Viator 5.0★ (26) $35 2 hrs 30 min
5 Galveston Segway History Tour TourTruth score 8.1 out of 10 Viator 4.9★ (117) · GetYourGuide 5.0★ (1) $75 2 hrs
6 Galveston Reconstructed Private Tour 90 min TourTruth score 7.8 out of 10 Viator 5.0★ (14) $95 1 hr 30 min
7 Galveston Walking History Tour 90 min TourTruth score 7.6 out of 10 Viator 4.9★ (137) · GetYourGuide 4.3★ (11) $35 1 hr 30 min
8 Galveston Pirate Walking Tour TourTruth score 7.5 out of 10 Viator 5.0★ (8) $33 1 hr 15 min
9 Galveston Red Light District Tour 90 min TourTruth score 7.5 out of 10 Viator 4.8★ (283) $31 1 hr 30 min
10 Galveston 1900 Storm Private Tour 2 hr TourTruth score 7.4 out of 10 Viator 5.0★ (6) $95 2 hrs

Questions

What is the best historical tour in Galveston?

Galveston African American History Van Tour 90 min has the highest TourTruth score (8.7/10) of the 20 historical tours in Galveston we compare among those with at least 20 reviews, from 113 reviews.

How much do historical tours in Galveston cost?

Listed prices start at $19.95; the median is $42, and most cost between $31 and $75. Prices are the lowest listed price, usually per person; check the provider for your date.

How long are historical tours in Galveston?

The median listed duration is 1 hr 30 min.

Which historical tour in Galveston has the most reviews?

Galveston Historical Bus Tour 45 min, with 286 reviews and a TourTruth score of 8.5/10.

Scores compare each tour's ratings with all others on the same booking site and weight them by review count. How scores work · Same tour, different price on Viator and GetYourGuide