Old Central Travel Guide

Galveston

A coastal cityscape at sunset with tall buildings and a beach in the foreground.
A beach with rocky shores, a pier, amusement park rides, and a Ferris wheel.
A beach with a lifeguard tower, sandy shore, and ocean waves.
A beach with waves and a clear sky.
A sailing ship with multiple masts and sails, carrying passengers, and flying the American flag.

Stay near popular Old Central attractions

Moody Mansion Museum

9.4/10 (11 reviews)
Find out about the history of Galveston with a stop at Moody Mansion Museum. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
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Things to do

Galveston: Dolphin-Watching Cruise

Galveston: Dolphin-Watching Cruise

Rp578.505
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Galveston: Dolphin-Watching Cruise
Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour

Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour

Rp556.946
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour
Galveston: Turtles and Murals Segway Tour with Trivia Game

Galveston: Turtles and Murals Segway Tour with Trivia Game

Rp1.166.892
per adult
Galveston: Turtles and Murals Segway Tour with Trivia Game
Galveston - The League-Kempner House Restoration In-Depth Tour

Galveston - The League-Kempner House Restoration In-Depth Tour

Rp359.320
per adult
Galveston - The League-Kempner House Restoration In-Depth Tour
Public Historical Carriage Tour in Galveston

Public Group Historical Carriage Tour of Galveston

Rp614.145
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Public Group Historical Carriage Tour of Galveston
Galveston Naval Museum Admission Ticket

Galveston Naval Museum Admission Ticket

Rp251.524
per adult
Galveston Naval Museum Admission Ticket
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Top hotels in Old Central

Beachfront Palms Resort Galveston, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Beachfront Palms Resort Galveston, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3 out of 5
5914 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is Rp1.186.179 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
Rp1.186.179
Rp1.364.106 total
2 Dec - 3 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Beachfront Palms Resort Galveston, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Galveston Beach Hotel

Galveston Beach Hotel

2.5 out of 5
8710 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is Rp1.074.958 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
Rp1.074.958
Rp1.236.202 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
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. ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,401 reviews)
"The hotel is not fancy and definitely shows some wear but our room was spotless, the bed was comfortable, the AC was cold and the water was hot. I slept exceptionally well. The only complaint I would have is that the shade did not go all the way down and the gap let light through. It is right across ..."

Reviewed on 7 Nov 2026

Galveston Beach Hotel
Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection

Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
2024 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is Rp2.904.873 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
Rp2.904.873
Rp3.340.604 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection
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 Rp4.683.238 per night from 19 Nov to 20 Nov
Rp4.683.238
Rp5.905.581 total
19 Nov - 20 Nov
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! (1,600 reviews)
"Amazing stay a the hotel."

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2026

The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center
Baymont by Wyndham Galveston

Baymont by Wyndham Galveston

2.5 out of 5
2826 63rd St Galveston TX
The price is Rp1.171.714 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
Rp1.171.714
Rp1.347.471 total
17 Nov - 18 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
Baymont by Wyndham Galveston
Wingate by Wyndham Galveston Beachfront at the Seawall

Wingate by Wyndham Galveston Beachfront at the Seawall

3 out of 5
1402 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is Rp903.003 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
Rp903.003
Rp1.038.453 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Wingate by Wyndham Galveston Beachfront at the Seawall
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Where to stay in Old Central

Find the best Old Central areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A large, ornate building with a turret and a sign that reads 'Shop's Palace.'

West End

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

A pier with a Ferris wheel and roller coaster, overlooking the ocean.

Near West End

While visiting Near West End, you might make a stop by sights like Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Moody Gardens.

A sunset over the ocean with clouds reflecting on the water.

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.

A resort pool with a waterfall, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.
Photo by George Zimzores
Open Photo by George Zimzores

Midtown

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

A coastal house with a wooden deck, a large white building with a dark roof, and a palm tree.

Sea Isle

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

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