Beachtown Travel Guide

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.

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Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal

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

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

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

Port of Galveston
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Galveston Island Beaches

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Galveston Island Beaches during your trip to Galveston?

Galveston Island Beaches
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier

Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier

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

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

Moody Gardens

Things to do

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

฿583
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion
Visit The Bryan Museum

The Bryan Museum Admission

฿478
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Bryan Museum Admission
Groovy Galveston Scavenger Hunt

Groovy Galveston Scavenger Hunt

฿498
per adult
Groovy Galveston Scavenger Hunt
Galveston: Historic Galveston Ghost Tour

Galveston: Historic Galveston Ghost Tour

฿955
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Galveston: Historic Galveston Ghost Tour
Haunted Strand Street

Galveston Haunted Smartphone Guided Audio Walking App

฿310
per adult
Galveston Haunted Smartphone Guided Audio Walking App
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Galveston: Spooky Strand Ghost Walking Tour

฿955
per adult
Galveston: Spooky Strand Ghost Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Beachtown

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston Beach by IHG

2.5 out of 5
3228 SEAWALL BOULEVARD Galveston TX
The price is ฿3,412 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
฿3,412
฿3,923 total
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,280 reviews)
Easy access to the cruise port. Great restaurants within walking distance. Good morning breakfast to get us started:

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston Beach by IHG
Galveston Beach Hotel

Galveston Beach Hotel

2.5 out of 5
8710 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is ฿2,270 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
฿2,270
฿2,611 total
1 Apr - 2 Apr
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. ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,911 reviews)
The tub was rusty looking,, it was bad

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Galveston Beach Hotel
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 ฿5,075 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
฿5,075
฿5,836 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
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. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,042 reviews)
Great stay! We had a blast spending 2 extra nights of our trip here after we got stranded in Galveston due to ice and snow shutting down the Dallas airport and we went to the aquarium and the rainforest pyramids. Our 8 year old loved them! The staff was wonderful and very helpful.

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
Clarion Pointe Galveston - Beachfront

Clarion Pointe Galveston - Beachfront

3 out of 5
5914 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is ฿2,502 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
฿2,502
฿2,878 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
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! (312 reviews)
Hotel was acrost the street from beach but not beach not viewable frrom any room. Nice bar annd restaurant next ddoor. Breakfast was a bit lacking but tolerable. All carbs.

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Clarion Pointe Galveston - Beachfront
Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection

Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
2024 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is ฿6,507 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
฿6,507
฿7,483 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,274 reviews)
We loved our stay.

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Galveston West Seawall

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Galveston West Seawall

3 out of 5
2901 63RD STREET Galveston TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,331 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
฿2,331
฿2,681 total
31 Mar - 1 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,962 reviews)
Fine for a one night stay. Good breakfast.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Galveston West Seawall
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Other neighbourhoods around Beachtown

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East Beach

While East Beach may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Galveston Seawall and Stewart Beach.

East Beach
The Bishop's Palace, also known as Gresham's Castle, is an ornate Victorian-style house, located on Broadway and 14th Street in the East End Historic District of Galveston, Texas. #Architecture

East End

If you're spending some time in East End, East End Historic District and Bishop's Palace are top sights worth seeing.

East End
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 The Bryan Museum.

San Jacinto
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
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
Morning light on historic church on Galveston Island, Texas.

Kempner Park

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

Kempner Park

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