East Beach

Galveston

Devil Riders, Anisomorpha buprestoides, family Phasmatidae (the stick insects). Look closely! This is actually a mating pair of insects called Devil Riders, sometimes known as musk mares or southern two-striped walkingsticks. A small male is on top of the much larger female.
Devil Riders, Anisomorpha buprestoides, family Phasmatidae (the stick insects). Look closely! This is actually a mating pair of insects called Devil Riders, sometimes known as musk mares or southern two-striped walkingsticks. A small male is on top of the much larger female.

Popular places to visit

huge cruise liner stands off the coast of Vancouver Canada Place flag flying over the Pacific Ocean sails a beautiful view of the city on the water Canada 2023

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 Cruise Terminal
Evening sun illuminates the Seawall at Galveston, Texas

Galveston Seawall

You can learn about the local history of Galveston during your trip to a well-known site like Galveston Seawall. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Galveston Seawall
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier

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 Island Historic Pleasure Pier
Aerial panorama sunset over Port of Galveston Texas

Port of Galveston

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

Port of Galveston
View towards Moody gardens in Galveston, Texas

Moody Gardens

This impressive theme park in Galveston Bay features a zoo, an aquarium, museums and rides.

Moody Gardens
Panorama view calm waves with seagulls by shoreline, red umbrellas striped wooden chairs highlight nostalgic beach aesthetics, focus on intimate seating arrangements, sandy views, Galveston, TX

Galveston Island Beaches

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Galveston Island Beaches during your trip to Galveston?

Galveston Island Beaches

Things to do

Next to the Cruise ship

Galveston Historical Harbor Tour – Maritime & Heritage Cruise

P2,379
per adult
Galveston Historical Harbor Tour – Maritime & Heritage Cruise
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

P1,082
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion
Visit The Bryan Museum

The Bryan Museum Admission

P887
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Bryan Museum Admission
Groovy Galveston Scavenger Hunt

Groovy Galveston Scavenger Hunt

P946
per adult
Groovy Galveston Scavenger Hunt
Tree carvings tour on Viator

Galveston Tree Carvings Segway Tour

P3,951
per adult
Galveston Tree Carvings Segway Tour
Galveston Sunset Tour

Galveston Sunset Tour – Adult-Only Evening Cruise

P2,651
per adult
Galveston Sunset Tour – Adult-Only Evening Cruise
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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
The price is P8,336 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
P8,336
P9,586 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa resort in Galveston. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,046 reviews)
Awesome hotel and staff! Thank you for the great experience on my first trip/visit to Texas.

Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
Clarion Pointe Galveston - Beachfront

Clarion Pointe Galveston - Beachfront

3 out of 5
5914 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is P3,575 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
P3,575
P4,111 total
Feb 23 - Feb 24
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (274 reviews)
Great stay and close to the cruise ships

Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026

Clarion Pointe Galveston - Beachfront
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 P5,803 per night from Feb 19 to Feb 20
P5,803
P6,673 total
Feb 19 - Feb 20
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,268 reviews)
Room was ver clean. Staff was very nice and friendly.

Reviewed on Feb 13, 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
The price is P3,233 per night from Feb 17 to Feb 18
P3,233
P3,718 total
Feb 17 - Feb 18
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,896 reviews)
The room was clean and spacious, and the staff were very polite and helpful. This is an old building and with age alone come verious issues some might say but they do a beatiful job with what they have and we loved or room!

Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026

Galveston Beach Hotel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston West-Seawall

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston West-Seawall

2.5 out of 5
8628 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is P4,584 per night from Feb 26 to Feb 27
P4,584
P5,272 total
Feb 26 - Feb 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
Staff was good

Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston West-Seawall
Harbor House Hotel and Marina at Pier 21

Harbor House Hotel and Marina at Pier 21

3 out of 5
28 Pier 21 Galveston TX
The price is P7,003 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
P7,003
P8,054 total
Feb 23 - Feb 24
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,927 reviews)
Nice room great view

Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026

Harbor House Hotel and Marina at Pier 21
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Other neighbourhoods around East Beach

If find yourself in Galveston and you want to get away from the Seawall crowds then this is a great beach to visit. Most days you’ll find that it isn’t crowded at all, only a few people around. Follow the picturesque white boardwalk to a trail that will lead you to the beach. Be sure to stop and smell the many flowers along the way—just remember to keep off the dunes and watch out for rattlesnakes.

Beachtown

While Beachtown might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like East Beach and Stewart Beach.

Beachtown
The Bishop's Palace, also known as Gresham's Castle, is an ornate Victorian-style house, located on Broadway and 14th Street in the East End Historic District of Galveston, Texas. #Architecture

East End

While visiting East End, you might make a stop by sights like East End Historic District and Bishop's Palace.

East End
One of our favorite little weekend getaways is a quick 45 minute drive from Houston. The Hotel Galvez and Spa has been the grand hotel of the Galveston sea wall since 1911. Originally built to help Galveston tourism recover from the devastation of the great hurricane of 1900 that almost ended the life of this island city. Charming architecture, beautiful pool, great bars and amenities. Given its age and history it has more than a few ghost stories as well. The Hotel is a member of Historic Hotels of America, the official program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

San Jacinto

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

San Jacinto
In front of the hotel.

Strand Historic District

Strand Historic District is a destination visitors seek out for is 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 neighborhood.

Strand Historic District
In front of the hotel.

Historic Downtown Galveston

If you're spending some time in Historic Downtown Galveston, Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Strand Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

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

Kempner Park

If you're spending some time in Kempner Park, Seawall Beach and McGuire-Dent Recreation Center are top sights worth seeing.

Kempner Park

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