The Grimoire Ghouls and Graves: Galveston Ghost Tour
Description
Learn how lost souls from devastating catastrophes share the streets with spirits whose victims were the casualties of war and innocence lost. Join Galveston Ghosts and reveal a tragic history filled with unspeakable acts and learn how the trauma of the triad of war, oppression, and disasters spawned the most infamous ghosts and harrowing hauntings of the Lone Star State - the perfect location for sunshine, suffering, and ghost sightings. It comes as no surprise that this Gulf Coast Texas town began with a bang–a shocking shipwreck and a booming canon. Centuries later it would officially be settled, leading to the construction of Hendley Market, where you’ll discover a building filled with the memories and trauma from the bloodshed and deaths the Battle of Galveston left in its wake. A single cannon shot from the roof may be where it all began for this seaside town, but the haunted and iconic building is where it continues.
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Finished in 1859, Hendley Row was the largest commercial building in Texas until the Civil War. The Hendley Market is a strange store with a lot of heart in Texas; guests will learn about the strange oddities, ghostly occurrences, and hidden history.
On Galveston's Top 10 "Most Haunted" list, this is the home of Dr. Horace Mayfield who was a 19th century physician that performed unorthodox experiments on his patients. Guest will learn about Dr. Mayfield's practices and the ghostly encounters of Mayfield Manor.
Once a hub of Galveston’s thriving commercial district, this historic building has seen its fair share of tragedy. Some say the spirits of long-gone businessmen still linger, with eerie footsteps echoing through empty hallways and lights flickering on their own. Others claim to have seen shadowy figures near the windows, as if former tenants refuse to leave.
Located in a historic building near The Strand, the Shark Shack sits on land steeped in Galveston’s dark past, including the devastation of the 1900 hurricane. Employees and guests have reported objects moving on their own, whispers in the air, and an eerie feeling of being watched. Some believe a restless soul from the storm’s aftermath still lingers, seeking shelter that never came.
Home to hundreds of artifacts, guests will have the opportunity to learn the history of the railroad, William Watson, and the residential poltergeist that still haunts this location.
Guests will learn about Thomas Jefferson League Building and the historical importance of this building to Galveston. Along with historical information regarding cast iron, guests will learn about some spooky haunted stories that have occurred throughout the years in this mercantile store.
One of the most haunted hotels in America, our guests will learn about the Three Tremonts, Civil War Soldiers, Jimmy, and Sam The Lucky Man! This is a location guests will definitely appreciate in regards to history and hauntings.
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(27)
Heather was a great tour guide! It was just me and my boyfriend on the tour, so it felt much more personal! She took a little over an hour to go in depth and let us try out some of her ghost hunting equipment. For $24 per person, it was definitely worth it!
I was really disappointed with this tour. It felt rushed, the stories weren't very engaging, and there wasn't much effort put into making the experience feel spooky or memorable. A lot of the information seemed repetitive or made up on the spot, and there were long periods where we were just standing around with nothing happening. For the price, I expected a lot more. If you're looking for a genuinely fun or creepy haunted tour, I'd recommend saving your money and trying a different one. Unfortunately, this ended up being more boring than entertaining.
This was the most boring tour I've ever been on, machines didn't work fully, tour guide asked for tips thru out the tour. I want a refund
A fun little history tour with a charming hostess. It was a really interesting and morbid history lesson about galveston.
Best type ever. Didn't see a ton, but learned a lot and now we know where to find the goat m ghosts! Jenelle was the best!!
Hi, thank you for your ghostly awesome feedback! We’re so glad you had such a great time and enjoyed learning about the haunted history along the way. Jenelle will be thrilled to hear your kind words, she truly loves sharing these stories with guests. We appreciate you joining us and hope to see you again for another spooky adventure!
Janelle was awesome! She was very knowledgeable, and she delivered all the information in a way that I felt part of the story.
Hello, Janelle is one of the best at making the past come alive. We will be sure to pass your kind words along to her. Thanks for sharing your experience and come back soon as there are still more secrets waiting to be uncovered!
Janelle did an excellent job! She is very knowledgeable about all things Galveston. I was born and raised right down the coast from the island and thought I knew a lot about Galveston history, but Janelle adds a fascinating level of detail well beyond what I was familiar with. During the tour, she was very patient with all the questions the group had and answered each of them. This was well worth the ticket price!
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such detailed feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that even with your strong background in Galveston history, Janelle was able to add new and fascinating insights to your experience. Her patience and knowledge truly set her apart, and we’ll be sure to pass your kind words along to her. We’re so glad the tour felt well worth it and hope to see you again on another adventure!
Janelle was the guide for my tour and I absolutely adored her. She had so many stories to tell, and antidotes to share about the buildings and ghostly lore of Galveston. To top of off, she was fully dressed from head to toe as a pirate and it really made the tour more fun! Highly recommend taking a tour with her!
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review. We’re glad to hear that Janelle’s stories, historical insights, and fun pirate costume made your Galveston tour so enjoyable. We’ll be sure to pass your compliments along to her. We truly appreciate the recommendation and hope to welcome you back!
Our tour guide is what made the tour for us such a great experience. His personality and energy while explaining the topics was excellent! He did an amazing job keeping us entertained while educating us. He truly made our experience amazing.
Thank you for sharing your experience. It’s wonderful to hear that your guide’s energy and personality made the tour memorable. We’ll make sure they receive your kind words. We hope to welcome you back on another tour.
Perfect way to pass Halloween with the family. Mori was our guide, she was super knowledgeable and very polite. Provided detailed information about each spot we visited, definitely worth checking out again!
We really appreciate your feedback! It’s great to hear that Mori made your Halloween tour informative and enjoyable. We’ll be sure to pass along your compliments to her. Thank you for joining us, and we hope to welcome you back for another fun experience!
