Pelican Island Travel Guide

Galveston

A large naval ship docked near a waterfront with palm trees and a building with a red roof.
Two brown pelicans on rocks by a body of water.
A naval ship with the number 244, docked near a fence and palm trees.

Stay near popular Pelican Island attractions

A pier with amusement rides, including a roller coaster and a Ferris wheel, extending into a turbulent sea.

Galveston Island Beaches

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

Galveston Naval Museum Admission Ticket

Galveston Naval Museum Admission Ticket

฿467
per adult
Galveston Naval Museum Admission Ticket
Galveston: Dolphin-Watching Cruise

Galveston: Dolphin-Watching Cruise

฿1,075
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Galveston: Dolphin-Watching Cruise
In-Depth Tour of The League-Kempner House Restoration

Galveston - The League-Kempner House Restoration In-Depth Tour

฿668
per adult
Galveston - The League-Kempner House Restoration In-Depth Tour
Next to the Cruise ship

Galveston Historical Harbor Cruise with Dolphins

฿1,455
per adult
Galveston Historical Harbor Cruise with Dolphins
Beer Tasting Experience with 4 Beer Flight

Beer Tasting Experience with 4 Beer Flight

฿334
per adult
Beer Tasting Experience with 4 Beer Flight
Galveston: Turtles and Murals Segway Tour with Trivia Game

Galveston: Turtles and Murals Segway Tour with Trivia Game

฿2,168
per adult
Galveston: Turtles and Murals Segway Tour with Trivia Game
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Where to stay in Pelican Island

Find the best Pelican Island areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A large, ornate building with a turret and a sign that reads 'Shop's Palace.'

West End

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

A pier with a Ferris wheel and roller coaster, overlooking the ocean.

Near West End

While visiting Near West End, you might make a stop by sights like Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Moody Gardens.

A sunset over the ocean with clouds reflecting on the water.

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.

A resort pool with a waterfall, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.
Photo by George Zimzores
Open Photo by George Zimzores

Midtown

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

A coastal house with a wooden deck, a large white building with a dark roof, and a palm tree.

Sea Isle

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

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