Sunny Beach Travel Guide
Galveston
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Popular places to visit
Galveston Seawall
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.
Moody Gardens
More than just a theme park: an aquarium, zoo, museums and rides on beautiful Galveston Bay.
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
Ride the thrilling swings over the Gulf of Mexico and browse the shops and restaurants on this fun and scenic pier.
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.
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.
Things to do
The Historic Galveston Ghost Tour
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion
Galveston's Haunted Cemetery Walking Tour
Strand Street Ghost Tour App - Location Aware/built in EMF Reader
Top hotels in Sunny Beach
Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston
It’s an older hotel, but it’s very clean. We have stayed here numerous times before a cruise. The staff has always been friendly and super helpful.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Hilton Galveston Island Resort
The room was clean and the hotel is very close to the beach. Pool area was nice as well.
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center
Clean room! Staff was Excellent! Wonderful massage and a great yoga instructor!
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Galveston Beach Hotel
Clean room. Partial beach view.
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
Perfect place to stay before our cruise & to leave my car for the week we were gone
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Galveston West Seawall
All around the hotel was excellent
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sunny Beach
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.
The Preserve
While visiting The Preserve, you might make a stop by sights like Bermuda Beach and Pirate's Beach.
Bermuda Beach
If you're spending some time in Bermuda Beach, Bermuda Beach and West Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Near West End
While visiting Near West End, you might make a stop by sights like Moody Gardens and Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark.
Pirates Beach
If you're spending some time in Pirates Beach, Pirates Beach and Pirate's Beach are top sights worth seeing.
