Gulf Palms Travel Guide

Galveston

Popular places to visit

Moody Gardens

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 Seawall

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
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
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

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

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

Things to do

Galveston: Historic Pleasure Pier All-Day Pass

Galveston: Historic Pleasure Pier All-Day Pass

฿979
per adult
Galveston: Historic Pleasure Pier All-Day Pass
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

฿597
per adult
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion
Galveston Red Light District Tour

Galveston Red Light District Tour

฿979
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Galveston Red Light District Tour
Galveston: Ghost-Themed Walking Tour

Galveston: Ghost-Themed Walking Tour

฿816
per adult
Galveston: Ghost-Themed Walking Tour
Galveston Mansions and Murder Walking Tour

Galveston Mansions and Murder Walking Tour

฿734
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Galveston Mansions and Murder Walking Tour
Public Historical Carriage Tour in Galveston

Public Group Historical Carriage Tour of Galveston

฿1,142
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Public Group Historical Carriage Tour of Galveston
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Top hotels in Gulf Palms

The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center

The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center

4 out of 5
5222 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
Stay at this 4-star 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,038 reviews)
"Very good service, clean, friendly staff, and great food"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

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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
Fully refundable
The price is ฿5,492 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
฿5,492
฿6,316 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
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! (1,839 reviews)
"Great staff, close to all the amenities. Clean and quiet."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 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 ฿2,695 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
฿2,695
฿3,100 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
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. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,767 reviews)
"The staff bent backwards to make sure you had a good stay. Great breakfast,great beach view, I enjoyed my stay."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Quality Inn & Suites Galveston - Beachfront
Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston

Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston

3 out of 5
5914 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is ฿3,134 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
฿3,134
฿3,604 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
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 ...
7/10 Good! (3,237 reviews)
Good value will return
"Good fries for the stay. Beds are firm and high off the ground. Free hot breakfast was really good. Pool was clean. Check in and out was painless. There were no towels in the bathroom when we checked in, but the staff fixed it."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston
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 ฿2,893 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
฿2,893
฿3,327 total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,692 reviews)
"The front desk staff were friendly and courteous"

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Galveston West Seawall
Galveston Beach Hotel

Galveston Beach Hotel

2.5 out of 5
8710 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is ฿2,191 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
฿2,191
฿2,520 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
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! (2,588 reviews)
"Walk out of hotel and the beach is right there. Nice size room for the price."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

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Indian Beach

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

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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.

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Pirates Cove

Pirates Cove might not have many top sights, but Broadway and Pirates Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Pirates Cove
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Sea Isle

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

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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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