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Galveston History: The Best Itinerary

Galveston is one of Texas’s most historic towns. Here is how to explore its past — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1The Strand
  2. 2Moody Mansion
  3. 3Mansions & murder
  4. 4Deeper

The Strand

The Victorian commercial district.

The Moody Mansion

A gilded-age family home.

Mansions & murder

Scandal along Broadway.

Galveston history — FAQ

What history can you see in Galveston?
The Victorian Strand, gilded-age Broadway mansions and the story of the deadly 1900 hurricane.
What was the 1900 hurricane?
The deadliest natural disaster in U.S. history, which reshaped the island and led to the Seawall.
What is the top historic site?
The 1895 Moody Mansion, a window into Galveston’s wealthy heyday.

Explore more in Galveston

Dolphin CruiseGhost TourThe StrandMoody MansionHarbour Cruise