Near West End Travel Guide
Galveston
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Popular places to visit

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

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.

Lone Star Fire Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Lone Star Fire Museum in Galveston. Wander the beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens in the area.
Moody Gardens Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Galveston at Moody Gardens Golf Course. Wander through the beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens in this family-friendly area.
Palm Beach at Moody Gardens
Enjoy an outing to Palm Beach at Moody Gardens during your stay in Galveston.
Galveston Island Municipal Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Galveston at Galveston Island Municipal Golf Course. Wander the beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens in the area.
Things to do

The Historic Galveston Ghost Tour

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

Galveston's Haunted Cemetery Walking Tour

Galveston Haunted Smartphone Guided Audio Walking App
Top hotels in Near West End

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
It was great experience during the stay
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025

Galveston Beach Hotel
Was not able to see beach from my room.I never use laundry at motel.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Galveston West Seawall
Yes
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Galveston
The staff was very professional and friendly. Our room was clean and the breakfast good.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025

Best Western Plus Galveston Suites
good view, standard hot breakfast, good parking, good value
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Galveston Island
Didn't use Bistro. Little pricey
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Near West End

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

Old Central
If you're spending some time in Old Central, Moody Mansion Museum and Betty Head Oleander Garden Park are top sights worth seeing.

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 Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Port of Galveston.

Beachside Village
While visiting Beachside Village, you might make a stop by sights like Galveston Island Beaches and Sunny Beach.

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

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







