Top 10 Tours in Texas Gulf Coast, Texas Gulf Coast

November 24, 2021 Rosalyn Ihle

Discover the best top things to do in Texas Gulf Coast, United States including South Padre Island Sandcastling Experience, 45-Minute Jetski Rental in South Padre Island, Galveston's Haunted Cemetery Walking Tour, Segway Galveston Magical History Tour, Astroville Underground Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston, Galveston Red Light District Tour, Parasailing Adventure South Padre Island, Al's Galveston Ghost Tour, Private Sunset Cruise South Padre Island, Spooky Strand Ghost Tour.
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1. South Padre Island Sandcastling Experience

4400 Gulf Blvd, South Padre Island, TX 78597, USA Sandy Feet Sandcastle Services
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5.0 based on 17 reviews

This is a 1 or 2-hour South Padre beach activity that you and your group will never forget. This is an informative, hands-on sand-castling activity that will help you have more fun on the beach than ever before. Equipment is provided and available for use for the duration of your stay on South Padre Island.

Inclusions: Use of equipment for duration of your stay on South Padre Island

Exclusions: Gratuities, tools are free to use, but may be purchased at a discount, Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transportation to/from attractions

Reviewed By 815marshav

She was prompt and friendly and we learned to build a really cool sandcastle. One of our favorite things while visiting SPI.

2. 45-Minute Jetski Rental in South Padre Island

SPI Excursions, 204 Palm St, South Padre Island, TX 78597, USA SPI Excursions
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

45 min on fun in the sun on your jet ski. Speed across the waters of the Laguna Madre in South Padre Island Texas. Jet Ski departures start at 8:00 am until 6:00 pm. This last departure is subject to change due to sunset time change. Ride along passengers can only be booked directly after making your Jet Ski reservation. A Jet Ski can hold up to 2 ride along passengers as long as the total weight does not exceed 400 lbs.

Inclusions: Life Jackets, Safety Briefing

Exclusions: REMEMBER: Bring valid ID with photo and date of birth. , REMINDER: If born on or after September 1st, 1993 need to provide Boaters Certificate # + Valid ID , Sunscreen, Bottled water

Reviewed By Travel387417

Dakota was a great fishing guide. Went with my kids 10 and 8 years old. Trout were hit hard by winter storm freeze so we went for red, drifting with drag net in bay. He kept our lines in the water with bait and made sure my kids lines were cast well constantly. He was friendly and was on phone real rime with other boats to keep up with where the fish were. He gave fishing technique tips and guided us on bringing them into the boat. We caught 4 red fish good size and ate them for dinner the next night. Highly recommend.

3. Galveston's Haunted Cemetery Walking Tour

43rd Street & Avenue K, 43rd St & Avenue K, Galveston, TX 77550, USA Ghost City Tours Galveston
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5.0 based on 13 reviews

Galveston Haunted Cemetery Tour is our all-ages cemetery tour where you’ll spend the evening touring Galveston’s Old City Cemetery and Trinity Episcopal Cemetery discussing the cemetery symbolism, yellow fever, The Great Storm, and of course, ghosts and hauntings.

Inclusions: Walking Tour

Exclusions: No Transportation, No Hotel Pickup/ Drop- Off, Gratuity Not Included

Reviewed By K2715DGchrisj

Had a great tour, was very impressed. Learned alot about the island ,nnnnjjbgfdfjkjbbhhdjsjnznznzjsnxnxndndndndndnxndndndndndndndndndjdndjdn

4. Segway Galveston Magical History Tour

519 25th St, Galveston, TX 77550, USA Segway Tours by SegCity
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5.0 based on 24 reviews

On the Magical History Tour, our experienced tour guides will take you on a tremendous Segway journey. We’ll start with the famous downtown area of Galveston – the Strand Historic District. For a time, it was also known as “The Wall Street of the South.”

Inclusions: Local guide / guided tour, Use of Segway

Exclusions: Insurance

Reviewed By S1344RR-travels

Lots of fun & tour guide was well versed in Galveston history. My Segway had problems during the tour and they had someone rush out and replace it right away.

5. Astroville Underground Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston

914 Dallas St, Houston, TX 77002, USA Astroville Tours
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5.0 based on 68 reviews

Did you know that Houston has the most extensive downtown tunnel system in the United States? Join us on our Underground Tunnel tour for an in-depth look at the incredible metropolis below ground-floor in Texas' largest business district including the most award-winning downtown skyscrapers which host many of Texas' most noteworthy Fortune 500 corporate headquarters & historical venues. As part of this day tour, we will visit multiple historical and artistic sections of Downtown Houston's tunnels as well as the corporate buildings that lie on top of them. Not only is the architecture of these buildings beautiful but their history is as well. Make sure to bring your smile and camera as we will provide you with unique photo-op opportunities and secrets that most native Houstonians don’t even know about!

Inclusions: Guided City Tour , Entrance into Tunnel System, Recommendations

Exclusions: Snacks, Private transportation

Reviewed By JeryRoth26

I had family visiting from the east coast and they were curious about Houston's cuisine. What better way to show of the amazing food in the city than on a food tour. All the restaurants and choices of food were phenomenal. We also got to visit the tunnel system which I had never been to or heard of and I have been in Houston for 15+ years. The food tour is ran so professional and unique. Our tour guided also took amazing covid precautions; from offering hand sanitizer at each spot and having the tables cleaned off with Clorox wipes. My family visiting also did Astroville's tunnel tour during the day and they loved it. We got send great photos of the tour after.

6. Galveston Red Light District Tour

2711 Market St, Galveston, TX 77550, USA Historic Galveston Ghost Tours
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4.9 based on 18 reviews

Return to a time when the mob ran Galveston and their guests were treated as if they were family. When you crossed the bridge you enter "The Free State of Galveston," where the only rules were mob rules. The stars of the era were world class entertainers brought in to perform in the casinos, including Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr., and Dean Martin. Everyone was enjoying their own "Vegas Dream" right here in Galveston.

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Reviewed By Charlotte L

We enjoyed our tour with Jeremy. He obviously loves his job and delivers an incredible amount of historical knowledge interlaced with bits of interesting trivia and sprinkled with the whispers of Galveston’s spirits. He is so enthusiastic and passionate that you cannot help but get caught up in his tales as you walk the dark streets of the city. My only suggestion would be a bit of editing as sometimes there was simply too much information to absorb. As a tour guide myself, I have a pitcher of information in my head but only present a cup-full to my tour participants knowing they will only remember the amount in a shot glass. Thank you for a great evening, Jeremy!

7. Parasailing Adventure South Padre Island

204 Palm St, South Padre Island, TX 78597, USA SPI Excursions
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4.9 based on 176 reviews

Parasail off the back of our new 31' ocean Pro! 600 ft. of line sends you high over the clear waters of the Laguna Madre Bay and view the entire South Padre Island. You can fly singles, doubles (tandems) or Triples.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges

Exclusions: Ride along, If you wish to parasail with a beverage please arrive early to check in. Just let the bar tender know it is for the parasail ride so that the beverage is not put in glass., Kids can bring a fun drink too on the parasail boat! You can order virgin piña coladas, sodas and much more! Just tell the bar tender the drink is to go on the parasail boat so its not put in glass.

Reviewed By Travel387417

Dakota was a great fishing guide. Went with my kids 10 and 8 years old. Trout were hit hard by winter storm freeze so we went for red, drifting with drag net in bay. He kept our lines in the water with bait and made sure my kids lines were cast well constantly. He was friendly and was on phone real rime with other boats to keep up with where the fish were. He gave fishing technique tips and guided us on bringing them into the boat. We caught 4 red fish good size and ate them for dinner the next night. Highly recommend.

8. Al's Galveston Ghost Tour

823 Rosenberg St, Galveston, TX 77550, USA Al's Galveston Ghost Tours
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4.9 based on 86 reviews

I'm proud to have recently given my 1000th historic paranormal tour this past dec 2020. Each has been unique and amazing.There are many ghost tours out there. Our ghost tour is a unique experience that really shows the history, ghosts, and beauty of Galveston in a new and amazing perspective. I don't overbook and want the experience to be great in our small group setting. We typically collect paranormal evidence every night. 98% of the people that have been on my tours felt like they had an experience that goes beyond your typical ghost tour.

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9. Private Sunset Cruise South Padre Island

204 Palm St, South Padre Island, TX 78597, USA SPI Excursions
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4.9 based on 9 reviews

NOTE IMPORTANT: This booking is for 1 boat that can bring 1-6 passengers. Please only select 1 "traveler" on Viator. On this private 1 hr cruise you're introduced to all the history, sights, and beauty that the Laguna Madre has to offer. 

Inclusions: All taxes, fees, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks ( Available For Purchase) can be purchased to go for the sunset cruise at our restaurant located at your check in location., Food and drinks -You can bring your own food and adult beverages -NO GLASS.

Reviewed By Travel387417

Dakota was a great fishing guide. Went with my kids 10 and 8 years old. Trout were hit hard by winter storm freeze so we went for red, drifting with drag net in bay. He kept our lines in the water with bait and made sure my kids lines were cast well constantly. He was friendly and was on phone real rime with other boats to keep up with where the fish were. He gave fishing technique tips and guided us on bringing them into the boat. We caught 4 red fish good size and ate them for dinner the next night. Highly recommend.

10. Spooky Strand Ghost Tour

2411a Strand St, Galveston, TX 77550, USA Historic Galveston Ghost Tours
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4.9 based on 15 reviews

Galveston has seen a horrifying number of sudden deaths. An ungodly number of the islands dearly departed, well never departed. Their spirits are lurking in the shadows, alleys, staircases and stalk THE STRAND every day! The historic 19th century buildings on THE STRAND have become ghost sanctuaries. And the ghosts inside are just dying to meet you. Join us on our 90 minute walking tour as we explore the fascinating paranormal happenings on the strand, the original street of horror. Hurricanes, war, fire, and epidemics! The pirate Jean Lafitte even turned the island into a den of thieves. Galveston has more ghosts than any other city in U.S. Walking in the night, translucent figures will float by the windows. Shadows will suddenly appear and objects move of their own accord as we huddle closer to one another for are mutual protection. We never know what’s waiting for us around the corners. Beware and be scared! After all Galveston is nothing but “a cemetery with a beach attached.”

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Reviewed By AllyBoobior

It was a dark and stormy night! So Rob threw in some ghost stories with the tour. I’m a haunted tour guide with Haunted ATX in Austin, Tx, so this was perfect for our group. Hearing about the history of some of the women of Galveston was so fascinating. I would recommend grabbing a cocktail at Daiquiri Time Out while in the area.

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