Hysterical Historical Scavenger Hunt
Overview
This 3.1 mile round-trip walking scavenger hunt follows the Galveston Trolley route and includes sights such as the Postoffice Arts District, historic mansions, churches, monuments, iconic sculptures, storm survivors, The Strand, wall murals, and more!
You will have fun and be challenged as you will make your way through the PostOffice arts and theater district, turn-of-the-century mansions, hurricane storm survivors, and local hot spots! You will answer multiple choice questions, complete fun challenges, and experience a few surprises... Encounter and take selfies with heroic and historic figures!
Because your phone is your tour guide and there is no time limit, feel free to take stops along the way. Enjoy all that Galveston has to offer - and discover a new treasure along the way!
-Please see your Cool Shore Excursions Ticket for redemption instructions after booking-
What's Included
- Walking directions and choice challenges
- Transportation
- Mobile device for scavenger hunt
- Guide
Meeting Location
2302 The Strand #
Galveston, TX 77550, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Teams of 1-2 people per device are suggested for this scavenger hunt. Follow the step-by-step walking directions and complete multiple choice challenges all on the web browser of your data capable mobile device. Go play and score big! Your time and score will be calculated and displayed after your hunt. Purchase more than one hunt and race against your friends, or take your time and soak in the sights. There is no time limit, and the purchase of a hunt is yours until it's completed! All challenges are family friendly with a few twists and turns for even the sharpest minds!
This route includes 34 challenge stops, 3 selfie spots, and 1 bonus.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-431192P5
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Average 3.50 out of 5 stars based on 2 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- Walking directions and choice challenges.
- Transportation.
- Mobile device for scavenger hunt.
- Guide.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Hysterical Historical Scavenger Hunt is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Hysterical Historical Scavenger Hunt will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Walking directions and choice challenges
- Transportation
- Mobile device for scavenger hunt
- Guide
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
