Strand Historic District Travel Guide
Galveston





Visit Strand Historic District
Popular places to visit

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

Grand 1894 Opera House
Enjoy a performance at Grand 1894 Opera House, a popular theatre in Galveston. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its lively festivals.
Pier 21
Find out about the history of Galveston when you spend time at Pier 21. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its lively festivals.
Strand Theatre
Enjoy a show at Strand Theatre, a popular theatre in Galveston. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its lively festivals.
Galveston Railroad Museum
You can study the exhibits at Galveston Railroad Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Galveston. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Things to do

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

Galveston Haunted Smartphone Guided Audio Walking App

Galveston Historical Harbor Tour – Maritime & Heritage Cruise

Juneteenth and Beyond African American Van Tours
Top hotels in Strand Historic District

Harbor House Hotel and Marina at Pier 21
Our stay unfortunately did not meet expectations for the price. The check-in experience was disappointing, the room cleanliness could have been better, and the noise levels made it difficult to rest. While the location was convenient and close to the cruise terminal, we would likely choose to stay ...
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

The Tremont House, Galveston, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Everything was great
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston Beach by IHG
The rooms were very spacious.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Galveston Beach Hotel
Front desk was nice and it was right across the street from the beach. However, the last night the guest on top of us was dragging furniture and walking around literally ALL NIGHT from 11p-until we checked out. Tried calling front desk but phones just kept beeping. Finally couldnt take it anymore ...
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
Super place! Kids loved it!!!!
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Clarion Pointe Galveston - Beachfront
Rooms were near the beach and it was a very good location. But hotel is in need of remodeling and the main elevator broke down. Overall we were content.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Strand Historic District

Historic Downtown Galveston
While visiting Historic Downtown Galveston, you might make a stop by sights like Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Strand Theatre.

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

San Jacinto
While visiting San Jacinto, you might make a stop by sights like Seawall Beach and The Bryan Museum.

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

Fort Crockett
While Fort Crockett may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Seawall Beach and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier.

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


