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 family-friendly area.
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Things to do

Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour

Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour

Rp560.015
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour
Next to the Cruise ship

Galveston Historical Harbor Cruise with Dolphins

Rp644.017
per adult
Galveston Historical Harbor Cruise with Dolphins
Galveston: Dolphin-Watching Cruise

Galveston: Dolphin-Watching Cruise

Rp513.475
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Galveston: Dolphin-Watching Cruise
Galveston: Haunted Harbor Boat Tour

Galveston: Haunted Harbor Boat Tour

Rp934.864
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Galveston: Haunted Harbor Boat Tour
Galveston Haunted Smartphone Guided Audio Walking App

Galveston Haunted Smartphone Guided Audio Walking App

Rp176.134
per adult
Galveston Haunted Smartphone Guided Audio Walking App
Grand Galvez Ghost Tour Experience

Grand Galvez Tour Experience

Rp794.860
per adult
Grand Galvez Tour Experience
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Top hotels in Old Central

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center

4 out of 5
7 Hope Blvd Galveston TX
The price is Rp2.518.962 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
Rp2.518.962
Rp2.896.897 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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! (2,119 reviews)
"Beautiful property, excellent room. Staff members are all super helpful, especially with our special room needs."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
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 Rp1.629.097 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
Rp1.629.097
Rp1.873.461 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
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. ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,066 reviews)
"The property is very old and doors are jammed, lift is age old, feels scary so we preferred to take stairs mostly. They don’t have good beach view and the advertisement is misleading. Rooms are small. I won’t recommend this to others, there are other better options nearby at this price."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

Beachfront Palms Resort Galveston, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection

Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
2024 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is Rp3.725.098 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
Rp3.725.098
Rp4.283.863 total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
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. ...
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 Rp6.491.797 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
Rp6.491.797
Rp7.985.452 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
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 ...
The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center
Galveston Beach Hotel

Galveston Beach Hotel

2.5 out of 5
8710 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is Rp1.023.701 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
Rp1.023.701
Rp1.177.256 total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
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. ...
Galveston Beach Hotel
Hyatt Select Galveston - Beachfront

Hyatt Select Galveston - Beachfront

2.5 out of 5
5924 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is Rp2.052.782 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
Rp2.052.782
Rp2.360.699 total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
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. ...
Hyatt Select Galveston - Beachfront
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Where to stay in Old Central

Find the best Old Central areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A waterfront with houses on stilts, calm water, and a sunset sky.
Photo by Jennie Dominicci
Open Photo by Jennie Dominicci

West End

While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like Galveston Island Beaches and Jamaica Beach.

A coastal road with houses and a beach.

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 large, ornate building with a turret and a sign that reads 'Shop's Palace.'

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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