
Ghosts of The Gulf Night Tour
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Is Ghosts of The Gulf Night Tour worth booking?
Ghosts of The Gulf Night Tour is a 1-hour experience in Galveston, United States, from $38 per person. It scores 52 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 52 / 100
- Rating
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- Duration
- 1 hours
- From
- $38 per person
Step into the shadows of Galveston Harbor, where history, mystery, and the supernatural come together on a spine-chilling journey through some of the island’s most haunted locations. The Ghosts of the Gulf Haunted Tour explores the eerie stories, unexplained sightings, and lingering legends that surround Galveston’s historic waterfront. One of the tour’s most intriguing landmarks is the USS Selma, the historic concrete ship resting in Galveston Bay. Built during World War I, the Selma has become part of the harbor’s haunting atmosphere. Visitors are invited to imagine the lives of the sailors, workers, and men connected to the vessel, while listening to the legends and ghost stories associated with its mysterious past. The journey continues to the infamous Face on the Wall, a chilling and unexplained image that has captured the curiosity of locals and visitors alike. Is it simply a trick of the shadows or could it be haunted.
What you get
About this experience
Step into the shadows of Galveston Harbor, where history, mystery, and the supernatural come together on a spine-chilling journey through some of the island’s most haunted locations. The Ghosts of the Gulf Haunted Tour explores the eerie stories, unexplained sightings, and lingering legends that surround Galveston’s historic waterfront. One of the tour’s most intriguing landmarks is the USS Selma, the historic concrete ship resting in Galveston Bay. Built during World War I, the Selma has become part of the harbor’s haunting atmosphere. Visitors are invited to imagine the lives of the sailors, workers, and men connected to the vessel, while listening to the legends and ghost stories associated with its mysterious past. The journey continues to the infamous Face on the Wall, a chilling and unexplained image that has captured the curiosity of locals and visitors alike. Is it simply a trick of the shadows or could it be haunted.
What's included
Included
- Life Jackets
Not included
- Bottled water
What you'll see and do
You will enter the darkness out to the USS Selma you will see the face on the wall and other haunted sites
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Galveston
We are located directly by Katie’s seafood restaurant at Pier 20
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
We are located directly by Katie’s seafood restaurant at Pier 20
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Island Tours of Galveston
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Fri, Sat
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 52
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Ghosts of The Gulf Night Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Galveston.
How much does Ghosts of The Gulf Night Tour cost?
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Prices start at $38 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Galveston usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Ghosts of The Gulf Night Tour take?
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Plan for about 1 hour from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Galveston is not rushed.
Is Ghosts of The Gulf Night Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 52 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Galveston, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Ghosts of The Gulf Night Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Ghosts of The Gulf Night Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Ghosts of The Gulf Night Tour?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Galveston can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Galveston and add a light layer if any part of the 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Ghosts of The Gulf Night Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Galveston within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Galveston?
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Galveston handles Houston's cruise traffic plus its own island tourism: Strand history walks, ghost tours, dolphin boats in the ship channel, harbour transfers and beach days. On Outty we rank every Galveston experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include The Historic Galveston Ghost Tour, Baywatch Dolphin Tours – Pier 21 Galveston, The Galveston Cemetery Tour - Walk With The Dead!. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Galveston?
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March to May and September to November. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Galveston?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Ghosts of The Gulf Night Tour?
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Included: Life Jackets. Not included: Bottled water. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Ghosts of The Gulf Night Tour?
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We are located directly by Katie’s seafood restaurant at Pier 20 Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Ghosts of The Gulf Night Tour offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Ghosts of The Gulf Night Tour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
What happens to Ghosts of The Gulf Night Tour if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
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