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Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €136 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Step back in time and uncover the scandalous secrets of Galveston's notorious Red Light District! Once known as the “Free State of Galveston,” the island was a playground for gambling, bootlegging, prostitution, and organised crime.

    During the early 1900s, Galveston's infamous Postoffice Street was lined with brothels, bars, and houses of ill repute. Colourful characters, powerful mob bosses, and legendary madams helped shape an era when vice flourished and the island earned its reputation as the “Sin City of the South.”

    Join us on a fascinating journey through Galveston's colourful past as we explore the streets where these stories unfolded. Hear tales of notorious establishments, larger-than-life personalities, political corruption, and the women who played unforgettable roles in this intriguing chapter of island history.

    Discover the secrets, scandals, and untold stories of Galveston's wild and wicked past!

Activity location

  • Galveston
    • Galveston, Texas, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 2127 Broadway Avenue J
    • 2127 Broadway Avenue J
    • 77550, Galveston, Texas, United States

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8-Seater Tour - Seats up to 7

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English

Seats up to 7 people + Guide

Language options: English
Starting time: 14:00
Price details
€97.14 x 2 Adults€194.28
Total
Price is €194.28
Until Sun, 8 Nov

5-Seater Tour - Seats up to 3

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English

Seats up to 3 people + Guide

Language options: English
Starting time: 14:00
Price details
€82.57 x 2 Adults€165.14
Total
Price is €165.14
Until Sun, 8 Nov

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Private Guide
  • Inclusions
    Replica Model T electric cart

Know before you book

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Specialised infant seats are available
    • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Galveston

  • 5m
Our certified tourism ambassador will meet you at our shop, and she will guide you through a fantastic journey through areas, telling stories and educating you when Galveston was known as the Wall Street of The South! You will see both grand homes and buildings and the stories behind them.

Location

Activity location

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    Galveston
    • Galveston, Texas, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    2127 Broadway Avenue J
    • 2127 Broadway Avenue J
    • 77550, Galveston, Texas, United States

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