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Galveston

If find yourself in Galveston and you want to get away from the Seawall crowds then this is a great beach to visit. Most days you’ll find that it isn’t crowded at all, only a few people around. Follow the picturesque white boardwalk to a trail that will lead you to the beach. Be sure to stop and smell the many flowers along the way—just remember to keep off the dunes and watch out for rattlesnakes.
If find yourself in Galveston and you want to get away from the Seawall crowds then this is a great beach to visit. Most days you’ll find that it isn’t crowded at all, only a few people around. Follow the picturesque white boardwalk to a trail that will lead you to the beach. Be sure to stop and smell the many flowers along the way—just remember to keep off the dunes and watch out for rattlesnakes.
In front of Olympia Grill, view of the Pleasure Pier.
Perfect beach day.
#beach Galveston at sunset, 2013

Popular places to visit

huge cruise liner stands off the coast of Vancouver Canada Place flag flying over the Pacific Ocean sails a beautiful view of the city on the water Canada 2023

Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal

4/5(2 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Galveston with a trip to Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
Evening sun illuminates the Seawall at Galveston, Texas

Galveston Seawall

5/5(5 reviews)

You can learn about the local history of Galveston when you make a stop at a well-known site such as Galveston Seawall. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Galveston Seawall
Aerial panorama sunset over Port of Galveston Texas

Port of Galveston

4/5(5 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Galveston with a trip to Port of Galveston. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Port of Galveston
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier

Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier

3.5/5(3 reviews)

Ride the thrilling swings over the Gulf of Mexico and browse the shops and restaurants on this fun and scenic pier.

Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
View towards Moody gardens in Galveston, Texas

Moody Gardens

4/5(2 reviews)

More than just a theme park: an aquarium, zoo, museums and rides on beautiful Galveston Bay.

Moody Gardens
Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark

Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark

5/5(1 review)

Enjoy a day twisting and turning on water slides or just relax in a pool with a swim-up bar at this popular water park.

Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark

Things to do

Visit The Bryan Museum

The Bryan Museum Admission

HK$117
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Bryan Museum Admission
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

HK$143
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion
Groovy Galveston Scavenger Hunt

Groovy Galveston Scavenger Hunt

HK$125
per adult
Groovy Galveston Scavenger Hunt
Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour

Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour

HK$242
per adult
Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour
Galveston Haunted Pub Crawl Walking Tour

Galveston Haunted Pub Crawl Walking Tour

HK$273
per adult
Galveston Haunted Pub Crawl Walking Tour
Galveston Seawall SegwayTour

Galveston Seawall SegwayTour

HK$401
per adult
Galveston Seawall SegwayTour
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Top hotels in Old Central

1 Mi to Pleasure Pier: Walkable Home in Galveston

1 Mi to Pleasure Pier: Walkable Home in Galveston

3 out of 5
Galveston TX
Stay at this apartment in Galveston. Enjoy free parking, a garden and air conditioning. Popular attractions Port of Galveston and Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal ...
8/10 Very Good! (1 review)
Quiwt and cute place
Cute place that we enjoyed. The only issues were the internet waa spotty and the bedroom was pretty warm. Otherwise, we enjoyed it. Quiet neighborhood, close to the cruise terminals.

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

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1 Mi to Pleasure Pier: Walkable Home in Galveston
Clarion Pointe Galveston - Beachfront

Clarion Pointe Galveston - Beachfront

3 out of 5
5914 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is HK$492 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
HK$492
HK$566 total
5 Feb - 6 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (245 reviews)
Everything was great except I had 2 $2.30 charges I’m not sure what they were for. Breakfast was good!

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Clarion Pointe Galveston - Beachfront
The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center

The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center

4 out of 5
5222 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is HK$1,842 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
HK$1,842
HK$2,297 total
5 Feb - 6 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Galveston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,178 reviews)
Heated pool

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center
Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center

4 out of 5
7 Hope Blvd Galveston TX
The price is HK$868 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
HK$868
HK$999 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Galveston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,034 reviews)
Nice room, plenty of space and clean. Staff was great! Would definitely stay here again.

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
Harbor House Hotel and Marina at Pier 21

Harbor House Hotel and Marina at Pier 21

3 out of 5
28 Pier 21 Galveston TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is HK$858 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
HK$858
HK$987 total
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,921 reviews)
The staff, especially Dee, were amazing! The location was walkable to restaurants and to the cruise ports! Room was very clean! I highly recommend this hotel!

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Harbor House Hotel and Marina at Pier 21
Galveston Beach Hotel

Galveston Beach Hotel

2.5 out of 5
8710 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is HK$461 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
HK$461
HK$530 total
5 Feb - 6 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,878 reviews)
Great

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Galveston Beach Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Central

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Midtown

While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Galveston Seawall and Seawall Beach.

Midtown
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Kempner Park

While visiting Kempner Park, you might make a stop by sights like Seawall Beach and McGuire-Dent Recreation Center.

Kempner Park
Lunch Vacation This tranquil "spot" is 45 minutes from my office in bustling downtown Houston. When it gets too crazy... a little break along the shores of the Gulf of Mexico is a welcome treat. December and 72°, Christmas music and waves.

Fort Crockett

While Fort Crockett may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Seawall Beach and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier.

Fort Crockett
In front of the hotel.

Historic Downtown Galveston

While visiting Historic Downtown Galveston, you might make a stop by sights like Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Strand Theatre.

Historic Downtown Galveston
In front of the hotel.

Strand Historic District

Strand Historic District is a destination visitors seek out for its pristine beaches, ample dining options and captivating waterfront views. You might also want to check out attractions like Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal or Strand Theatre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Strand Historic District
One of our favorite little weekend getaways is a quick 45 minute drive from Houston. The Hotel Galvez and Spa has been the grand hotel of the Galveston sea wall since 1911. Originally built to help Galveston tourism recover from the devastation of the great hurricane of 1900 that almost ended the life of this island city. Charming architecture, beautiful pool, great bars and amenities. Given its age and history it has more than a few ghost stories as well. The Hotel is a member of Historic Hotels of America, the official program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

San Jacinto

While visiting San Jacinto, you might make a stop by sights like Seawall Beach and East End Historic District.

San Jacinto

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