Strand Historic District Travel Guide

Galveston

A street at night with a brightly lit archway decorated with lights and flags.
A street with two historic red brick buildings with green awnings and large windows.
A sunset over a cityscape with a prominent building in the center.
A statue of a man with birds on his shoulders, a ship in the background, and cranes near the water.
A large sailing ship docked at a harbor with buildings in the background.

Stay near popular Strand Historic District attractions

A pier with a Ferris wheel and a lighthouse at sunset.

Port of Galveston

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

Galveston: Dolphin-Watching Cruise

Galveston: Dolphin-Watching Cruise

Rp513.475
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Galveston: Dolphin-Watching Cruise
Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour

Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour

Rp553.629
per adult
Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour
Next to the Cruise ship

Galveston Historical Harbor Cruise with Dolphins

Rp636.673
per adult
Galveston Historical Harbor Cruise with Dolphins
Galveston Haunted Smartphone Guided Audio Walking App

Galveston Haunted Smartphone Guided Audio Walking App

Rp174.125
per adult
Galveston Haunted Smartphone Guided Audio Walking App
Juneteenth and Beyond African American Van Tours

Juneteenth and Beyond African American Van Tours

Rp893.000
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Juneteenth and Beyond African American Van Tours
Galveston Walking History Tour

The Galveston Walking History Tour

Rp625.065
per adult
The Galveston Walking History Tour
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Where to stay in Strand Historic District

Find the best Strand Historic District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A waterfront with houses on stilts, calm water, and a sunset sky.
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Open Photo by Jennie Dominicci

West End

While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like Galveston Island Beaches and Jamaica Beach.

A coastal road with houses and a beach.

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 large, ornate building with a turret and a sign that reads 'Shop's Palace.'

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.

Strand Historic District Travel Guide