Old Central
Galveston
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Popular places to visit
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 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.
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?
Moody Gardens
This impressive theme park in Galveston Bay features a zoo, an aquarium, museums and rides.
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 Cruise with Dolphins
The Historic Galveston Ghost Tour
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion
Juneteenth and Beyond African American Van Tours
Top hotels in Old Central
Beachfront Palms Resort an Ascend Collection Hotel
Breakfast was good, that’s about it
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston Beach by IHG
The front desk, lady, I wish I could remember her name, but she was in the morning, hands-down has the best Customer Service I’ve ever seen and trust me I used to be in it.
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
Galveston Beach Hotel
This hotel is right across from the beach. Very affordable price, laundry on site. Decent continental breakfast. Only con, and no fault of the hotel, was the vinyl tile in the room was a little slippery from humidity. If you keep the ac low with the fan on high, it dries it out. Unfortunately we ...
Reviewed on May 12, 2026
The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center
Great resort.
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
Hilton Galveston Island Resort
Serving to minors and allowing them to charge to room without adult consent
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
TRU BY Hilton Galveston
The room could have been cleaner, the pool is small, and there was no coffee pot or ice bucket in the room. A lot of money for a room that doesn’t have a coffee pot and ice bucket.
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Central
Midtown
If you're spending some time in Midtown, Galveston Seawall and Seawall 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.
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 Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier.
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.
San Jacinto
While visiting San Jacinto, you might make a stop by sights like Seawall Beach and East End Historic District.
