Pelican Island

Galveston

Pelican Island
Pelican Island
Photo by Carl Tucker
Photo by Carl Tucker

Popular places to visit

Seawolf Park

Seawolf Park

After visiting Seawolf Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Galveston. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its lively festivals.

Seawolf Park
Moody Gardens

Moody Gardens

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

Moody Gardens
Galveston Seawall

Galveston Seawall

Learn about the local history of Galveston when you spend time at 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
Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark

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.

Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark

Galveston Island Beaches

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

Galveston Island Beaches

Things to do

Galveston: Historic Pleasure Pier All-Day Pass

Galveston: Historic Pleasure Pier All-Day Pass

P1,691
per adult
Galveston: Historic Pleasure Pier All-Day Pass
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

P1,032
per adult
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion
Galveston Red Light District Tour

Galveston Red Light District Tour

P1,691
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Galveston Red Light District Tour
Galveston: Ghost-Themed Walking Tour

Galveston: Ghost-Themed Walking Tour

P1,409
per adult
Galveston: Ghost-Themed Walking Tour
Public Historical Carriage Tour in Galveston

Public Group Historical Carriage Tour of Galveston

P1,973
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Public Group Historical Carriage Tour of Galveston
Galveston Mansions and Murder Walking Tour

Galveston Mansions and Murder Walking Tour

P1,269
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Galveston Mansions and Murder Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Pelican Island

The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center
The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center
4 out of 5
5222 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
Stay at this 4-star luxury resort in Galveston. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,026 reviews)
"10th floor rocked, thanks, rwcoleman"

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

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The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center
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 P9,555 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
P9,555
P10,988 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star 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! (1,827 reviews)
"If the food was as good as the service it would have been perfect, stake house was extremely bad, specially with the price of a+ Stake House"

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston
Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston
3 out of 5
5914 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is P5,217 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
P5,217
P5,999 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
7/10 Good! (3,212 reviews)
"Great hotel if you're just looking for somewhere to lay your head at night. Clean and comfortable. Right at the seawall. Finding towels was a big issue."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Galveston West Seawall
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Galveston West Seawall
3 out of 5
2901 63RD STREET, Galveston, TX
The price is P5,033 per night from Aug 12 to Aug 13
P5,033
P5,788 total
Aug 12 - Aug 13
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,687 reviews)
"Very good service and stay"

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Galveston West Seawall
Galveston Beach Hotel
Galveston Beach Hotel
2.5 out of 5
8710 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is P3,972 per night from Aug 11 to Aug 12
P3,972
P4,567 total
Aug 11 - Aug 12
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,582 reviews)
"Affordable and great location"

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

Galveston Beach Hotel
Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection
Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection
4 out of 5
2024 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is P11,410 per night from Aug 5 to Aug 6
P11,410
P13,122 total
Aug 5 - Aug 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,392 reviews)
"I really enjoyed my stay at The Grand Galvez. The vibe of the hotel is unique. Staff is very friendly, the food and atmosphere is great. I was very surprised by the beauty of this hotel."

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2025

Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection
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Other neighbourhoods around Pelican Island

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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 Port of Galveston while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Strand Historic District
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 Seawall Beach and East End Historic District.

San Jacinto
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Kempner Park

If you're spending some time in Kempner Park, Seawall Beach and Silk Stocking Historic District are top sights worth seeing.

Kempner Park
Devil Riders, Anisomorpha buprestoides, family Phasmatidae

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.

East Beach
Fish Tank

Midtown

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

Midtown
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

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