East End
Galveston
Popular places to visit
East End Historic District
Learn about the local history of Galveston when you take a trip to East End Historic District. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this romantic area.
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 during your trip to a well-known site like 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 Beaches
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Galveston Island Beaches during your trip to Galveston?
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.
Things to do
Galveston Historical Harbor Tour – Maritime & Heritage Cruise
Galveston Sunset Tour – Adult-Only Evening Cruise
The Historic Galveston Ghost Tour
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion
Juneteenth and Beyond African American Van Tours
Top hotels in East End
The Mansion on 17th
Staff is wonderful! Very welcoming, helpful and professional. We missed the happy hour, but listening to other patrons, they enjoyed it. For March weather the a/c worked fine, maybe in July it might be a little hot. Cleanliness can be improved quite a bit, (floors, baseboards, behind the bed, under ...
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
The 1890 Freeman House
Great place, easy to access. Very nice area, very walkable. Would stay again.
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026
Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
Property was clean and I just do not like a hotel that is pet friendly
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston Beach by IHG
Had a balcony room. The rooms has a lot of space and can see the ocean from to balcony. Staff was very helpful and nice. They also have a really good breakfast selection! Only down fall is getting across to the beach was kinda hard. There is no cross walk by this hotel.
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026
The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center
Excellent hotel!
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
Hilton Galveston Island Resort
Very nice room!
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East End
San Jacinto
While visiting San Jacinto, you might make a stop by sights like Seawall Beach and The Bryan Museum.
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.
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.
Kempner Park
If you're spending some time in Kempner Park, Seawall Beach and McGuire-Dent Recreation Center are top sights worth seeing.
East Beach
Though East Beach might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Galveston Seawall and Stewart Beach.
Fort Crockett
While Fort Crockett might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Seawall Beach and Fort Crockett.
