Near West End
Galveston
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Popular places to visit

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

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.

Lone Star Fire Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Lone Star Fire Museum during your trip to Galveston. Wander the beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens in the area.
Moody Gardens Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Galveston at Moody Gardens Golf Course. Wander the beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens in this family-friendly area.
Palm Beach at Moody Gardens
Enjoy an outing to Palm Beach at Moody Gardens during your stay in Galveston.
Galveston Go Kart and Fun Center
You can take time to visit Galveston Go Kart and Fun Center during your travels to Galveston. Wander the beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens in this family-friendly area.
Things to do

Galveston Historical Harbor Tour – Maritime & Heritage Cruise

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

Galveston Sunset Tour – Adult-Only Evening Cruise
Top hotels in Near West End

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
Everything was great!
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025

Galveston Beach Hotel
The staff were very nice. Our room was clean. We have never stayed this far down the Seawall. , but Galveston is fairly easy to find our way around. We are happy we found this hotel.
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Galveston Island
Yes
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston West-Seawall
Excellent evening staff and great amenities
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Galveston North at I-45
Staff was very helpful, very clean rooms.
Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025

Best Western Plus Galveston Suites
Very clean, spacious, perfect ocean view. Best bang for your buck!
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Near West End

Midtown
If you're spending some time in Midtown, Galveston Seawall and Seawall Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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 Port of Galveston and Seawall Beach.

Old Central
If you're spending some time in Old Central, Moody Mansion Museum and Betty Head Oleander Garden Park are top sights worth seeing.

Beachside Village
If you're spending some time in Beachside Village, Galveston Island Beaches and Sunny Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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

Tiki Island
Though Tiki Island might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Galveston Island Beaches and Moody Gardens.








