Boat Tours in Galveston 5 options
Galveston: 45-Minute Dolphin Cruise from Pier 21Spot dolphins on a 45-minute heated cruise from Pier 21 in downtown Galveston. Captains share local history. Small groups, all ages welcome, two blocks from the Strand.Every day · First departure 10:00, last 17:00 · All ages★ 4.87 (2,680)40m–45mEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 35per person
Galveston Ghost Boat Tour: 60 minutes of haunted harbor storiesSixty-minute ghost boat tour through Galveston's historic harbor at night with a live English-speaking captain and crew sharing shipwreck legends.Every day · First departure 19:00, last 21:45 · All ages★ 4.77 (479)1hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 56per person
Galveston Harbor Cruise: 45-Min History & Dolphin Sightings45-minute narrated harbor cruise in Galveston with local history, Gulf views, and wildlife. Family-friendly, restrooms on board, near public transit.Every day · First departure 10:00, last 17:00 · All ages★ 4.75 (123)45mEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 44per person
Galveston Sunset Harbor Cruise: BYOB Adult EveningSixty-minute sunset cruise in Galveston Bay with live narration, BYOB drinks allowed, and restroom on board.Every day · 17:00, 17:01 and 18:00 · From age 12★ 4.66 (106)1hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 49per person
Galveston Dolphin Tours: Experienced Captains, Small GroupsWatch dolphins in their natural habitat on a 45-minute Galveston Bay tour. Expert captains with over 10 years of experience guide you safely with provided life jackets.Every day except Tuesday · First departure 10:00, last 17:00 · All ages★ 4.92 (12)45mEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 29per person
All 5 options, side by side
✓ 2026-10-29| Option | Price | Duration | Rating | Days and times | Guide languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galveston Ghost Boat Tour: 60 minutes of haunted harbor storiesOur pick | US$ 56 per person | 1h | 4.77★ · 479 | Every day · First departure 19:00, last 21:45 | English |
| Galveston: 45-Minute Dolphin Cruise from Pier 21Best value | US$ 35 per person | 40m–45m | 4.87★ · 2,680 | Every day · First departure 10:00, last 17:00 | English |
| Galveston Dolphin Tours: Experienced Captains, Small GroupsLowest price | US$ 29 per person | 45m | 4.92★ · 12 | Every day except Tuesday · First departure 10:00, last 17:00 | English |
| Galveston Harbor Cruise: 45-Min History & Dolphin Sightings | US$ 44 per person | 45m | 4.75★ · 123 | Every day · First departure 10:00, last 17:00 | English |
| Galveston Sunset Harbor Cruise: BYOB Adult Evening | US$ 49 per person | 1h | 4.66★ · 106 | Every day · 17:00, 17:01 and 18:00 | English |
Boat Tours in Galveston at a glance
- Our pick: Galveston Ghost Boat Tour: 60 minutes of haunted harbor stories, US$ 56 (1h, 4.77★ · 479).
- Best value: Galveston: 45-Minute Dolphin Cruise from Pier 21, US$ 35 (40m–45m, 4.87★ · 2,680).
- Lowest price: Galveston Dolphin Tours: Experienced Captains, Small Groups, US$ 29 (45m, 4.92★ · 12).
Real price per person across the 5 options: US$ 29–US$ 56 (median US$ 44). With 100+ reviews: 4 of 5.
Of the 5 options: 5 with free cancellation, 5 with instant confirmation, 4 kid-friendly and 4 bookable last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Price per person.