Galveston is full of awesome old mansions, but if you don’t know where to look for them, you could pass them by without noticing. Take this Galveston Mansions and Murder Walking Tour and see sights such as Moody Mansion while you hear about the creepy history of the city from your guide. Plus, a walking tour keeps you active as you trek on foot at a comfortable pace.

See impressive old mansions in Galveston while hearing about spooky history
A guide knows the best ways to walk to see more in less time
An easy-to-find meeting spot at Rosenberg Library makes for a stress-free start
This walking tour is easy to fit into any busy schedule

What To Expect

Rosenberg Library

Begin your trip back into the past at the oldest continuously running, free public library in Texas.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Moody Mansion

Discover the history behind this beautiful Victorian style mansion.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

1859 Ashton Villa

Discover the history behind the first mansion on Broadway, and the first brick home in Texas. Learn about the colorful lady who called this home.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Rosenberg Library

There are many other stops and stories along the way. Come and enjoy the colorful history and see the “Darkest Place” on the island, the house where a serial killer lived while disguising himself as a deaf mute woman named Dorothy, and other stories that make Galveston great.
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Highlight

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

Include

Tour Guide

Exclude

Gratuity not included
We are not able to enter the mansions