East Beach Travel Guide

Galveston

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Popular places to visit

Galveston Island historic Pleasure Pier on the Gulf of Mexico coast in Texas.

Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal

4/5(2 reviews)

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 Cruise Terminal
Evening sun illuminates the Seawall at Galveston, Texas

Galveston Seawall

5/5(5 reviews)

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.

Galveston Seawall
Aerial panorama sunset over Port of Galveston Texas

Port of Galveston

4/5(5 reviews)

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

Port of Galveston
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier

Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier

3.5/5(3 reviews)

Ride the thrilling swings over the Gulf of Mexico and browse the shops and restaurants on this fun and scenic pier.

Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
View towards Moody gardens in Galveston, Texas

Moody Gardens

4/5(2 reviews)

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

Moody Gardens
Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark

Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark

5/5(1 review)

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.

Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark

Things to do

The Historic Galveston Ghost Tour

The Historic Galveston Ghost Tour

Rp559.614
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Historic Galveston Ghost Tour
Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour

Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour

Rp525.698
per adult
Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour
Juneteenth and Beyond African American Van Tours

Juneteenth and Beyond African American Van Tours

Rp846.250
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Juneteenth and Beyond African American Van Tours
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

Rp309.728
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion
Galveston's Original Ghost Tour

Galveston's Original Ghost Tour

Rp763.110
per adult
Galveston's Original Ghost Tour
The Bryan Museum Admission

The Bryan Museum Admission

Rp254.370
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Bryan Museum Admission
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Top hotels in East Beach

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center

4 out of 5
7 Hope Blvd Galveston TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.739.022 per night from 8 Apr to 9 Apr
Rp2.739.022
Rp3.149.876 total
8 Apr - 9 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Galveston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,025 reviews)
Rooms were nice size and interior was good. The elevator were a long way for the North tower.

Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston Beach by IHG

2.5 out of 5
3228 SEAWALL BOULEVARD Galveston TX
The price is Rp1.802.212 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
Rp1.802.212
Rp2.072.544 total
21 Apr - 22 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,288 reviews)
Our room was next to a the back of a restaurant, couldn’t be on the balcony because the trash containers were there and the smell was awful.

Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston Beach by IHG
Galveston Beach Hotel

Galveston Beach Hotel

2.5 out of 5
8710 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
Fully refundable
The price is Rp921.047 per night from 8 Apr to 9 Apr
Rp921.047
Rp1.059.205 total
8 Apr - 9 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,959 reviews)
Under renovation

Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026

Galveston Beach Hotel
The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center

The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center

4 out of 5
5222 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is Rp5.083.598 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
Rp5.083.598
Rp6.237.184 total
7 Apr - 8 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Galveston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,210 reviews)
Perfect

Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026

The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center
Hilton Galveston Island Resort

Hilton Galveston Island Resort

3.5 out of 5
5400 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is Rp2.703.318 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
Rp2.703.318
Rp3.108.816 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Galveston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,212 reviews)
Good times

Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026

Hilton Galveston Island Resort
Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection

Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
2024 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is Rp3.893.458 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
Rp3.893.458
Rp4.477.477 total
21 Apr - 22 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,268 reviews)
Everybody and everything was impeccable.

Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026

Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection
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Other neighbourhoods around East Beach

Beachtown

Beachtown

While Beachtown isn't home to many top sights, East Beach and Stewart Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Beachtown
East End

East End

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

East End
San Jacinto

San Jacinto

While visiting San Jacinto, you might make a stop by sights like Seawall Beach and East End Historic District.

San Jacinto
Strand Historic District

Strand Historic District

Strand Historic District is a destination visitors seek out for its pristine beaches, ample dining options and captivating waterfront views. You might also want to check out attractions like Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal or Strand Theatre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Strand Historic District
Historic Downtown Galveston

Historic Downtown Galveston

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

Historic Downtown Galveston
Morning light on historic church on Galveston Island, Texas.

Kempner Park

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

Kempner Park

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