Gulf Palms Travel Guide
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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.
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.
Port of Galveston
Explore the waterfront in Galveston with a trip to Port of Galveston. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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.
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.
Things to do
The Historic Galveston Ghost Tour
Juneteenth and Beyond African American Van Tours
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion
Top hotels in Gulf Palms
Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
The poolside seating was definitely comfy, but there is an issue that needs to be addressed. The issue is there are kids in the hot tub area not giving enough room for adults to be in there. There is no monitoring of that with the staff at Moody Gardens also we ended up for the second trip in a row ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston Beach by IHG
The hotel is very clean and staff is nice. Unfortunately pool heater was broken, that was a disappointment. But this is very nice place and great location The breakfast was good.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Galveston Beach Hotel
Really I’m nice and clean overall but the mole smell is very noticeable
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center
Great
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Hilton Galveston Island Resort
Was very enjoyable! Staff so friendly. Pool always clean
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection
Staff was wonderful and attentive to guest
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gulf Palms
Indian Beach
While visiting Indian Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Jamaica Beach and Kahala Beach.
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.
West End
While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like Jamaica Beach and Galveston Island State Park Beach.
Pirates Beach
If you're spending some time in Pirates Beach, Pirate's Beach and Pirates Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Sea Isle
While visiting Sea Isle, you might make a stop by sights like Sea Isle Beach and Terramar Beach.
Bermuda Beach
If you're spending some time in Bermuda Beach, Bermuda Beach and West Beach are top sights worth seeing.
