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Galveston

Popular places to visit

Galveston Seawall

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
Moody Gardens

Moody Gardens

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

Moody Gardens
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
Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark

Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark

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

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

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

Things to do

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

฿594
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion
Public Historical Carriage Tour in Galveston

Public Group Historical Carriage Tour of Galveston

฿1,136
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Public Group Historical Carriage Tour of Galveston
Galveston Mansions and Murder Walking Tour

Galveston Mansions and Murder Walking Tour

฿730
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Galveston Mansions and Murder Walking Tour
Galveston Sweets and Treats Tour

Galveston Sweets and Treats Tour

฿811
per adult
Galveston Sweets and Treats Tour
Private Tour of Galveston

Private Tour of Galveston

฿3,951
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Tour of Galveston
Beer Tasting

Beer Tasting Experience with 4 Beer Flight

฿325
per adult
Beer Tasting Experience with 4 Beer Flight
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Top hotels in Gulf Palms

Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston

Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston

3 out of 5
5914 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is ฿1,940 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿1,940
฿2,231 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston
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 ฿4,264 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
฿4,264
฿4,904 total
9 Sept - 10 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,878 reviews)
"Awesome. Pool area is perfect. Swim up Bar is fun."

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
Quality Inn & Suites Galveston - Beachfront

Quality Inn & Suites Galveston - Beachfront

2.5 out of 5
5924 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is ฿2,061 per night from 25 Sept to 26 Sept
฿2,061
฿2,371 total
25 Sept - 26 Sept
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. ...
Quality Inn & Suites Galveston - Beachfront
Galveston Beach Hotel

Galveston Beach Hotel

2.5 out of 5
8710 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is ฿1,794 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
฿1,794
฿2,063 total
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,615 reviews)
"Right across from the beach, breakfast was great. Definitely coming back"

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025

Galveston Beach Hotel
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
The price is ฿2,445 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
฿2,445
฿2,811 total
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Galveston West Seawall
Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection

Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
2024 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is ฿5,186 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
฿5,186
฿5,964 total
4 Sept - 5 Sept
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. ...
Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection
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Other neighbourhoods around Gulf Palms

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Indian Beach

While visiting Indian Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Jamaica Beach and Indian Beach.

Indian Beach
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Jamaica Beach

Jamaica Beach is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Jamaica Beach and Galveston Island State Park Beach while you're in town.

Jamaica Beach
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Pirates Beach

If you're spending some time in Pirates Beach, Pirates Beach and Pirate's Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Pirates Beach
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Sea Isle

While visiting Sea Isle, you might make a stop by sights like Sea Isle Beach and Terramar Beach.

Sea Isle
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Bermuda Beach

If you're spending some time in Bermuda Beach, Bermuda Beach and West Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Bermuda Beach
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The Preserve

While visiting The Preserve, you might make a stop by sights like Bermuda Beach and Pirate's Beach.

The Preserve

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