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

4/5(2 reviews)

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

5/5(5 reviews)

You can learn about the local history of Galveston when you make a stop at a well-known site such as Galveston Seawall. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Galveston Seawall
Aerial panorama sunset over Port of Galveston Texas

Port of Galveston

4/5(5 reviews)

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

Port of Galveston
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier

Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier

3.5/5(3 reviews)

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
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
View towards Moody gardens in Galveston, Texas

Moody Gardens

4/5(2 reviews)

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

Moody Gardens

Things to do

Groovy Galveston Scavenger Hunt

Groovy Galveston Scavenger Hunt

S$20
per adult
Groovy Galveston Scavenger Hunt
Visit The Bryan Museum

The Bryan Museum Admission

S$19
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Bryan Museum Admission
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

S$23
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion
Segway Galveston Ghost tour

Haunted Legends: Segway Ghost Tour

S$96
per adult
Haunted Legends: Segway Ghost Tour
Galveston Seawall SegwayTour

Galveston Seawall SegwayTour

S$65
per adult
Galveston Seawall SegwayTour
Tree carvings tour on Viator

Galveston Tree Carvings Segway Tour

S$85
per adult
Galveston Tree Carvings Segway Tour
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Top hotels in East Beach

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 S$138 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
S$138
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,272 reviews)
The room was very clean! Beds were comfortable and the room was very spacious. We booked a oceanfront room and we loved the view but we got the second floor so just be mindful that you can definitely hear all the cars with loud music or that are speeding it gets very loud I was woken up at least ...

Reviewed on 27 Feb, 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 S$88 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
S$88
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,903 reviews)
Noce

Reviewed on 27 Feb, 2026

Galveston Beach Hotel
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 S$177 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
S$177
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Galveston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,033 reviews)
Super place! Kids loved it!!!!

Reviewed on 23 Feb, 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 S$98 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
S$98
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (299 reviews)
Room, the pull up to turn shower on about pulled faucet off wall. No pool towels called and asked and waited 40 still none. Elevator very slow. Had to go down elevator and then up stairs to get breakfast long ways from room

Reviewed on 24 Feb, 2026

Clarion Pointe Galveston - Beachfront
Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection

Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
2024 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is S$299 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
S$299
30 Mar - 31 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,268 reviews)
Great location and lobby

Reviewed on 24 Feb, 2026

Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection
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 S$107 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
S$107
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,954 reviews)
Excellent choice!!

Reviewed on 27 Feb, 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Galveston West Seawall
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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 isn't home to many top sights, East Beach and Stewart Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

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

If you're spending some time in East End, East End Historic District and Bishop's Palace are top sights worth seeing.

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 its 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 neighbourhood.

Strand Historic District
In front of the hotel.

Historic Downtown Galveston

While visiting Historic Downtown Galveston, you might make a stop by sights like Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Strand Theatre.

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

Kempner Park

While visiting Kempner Park, you might make a stop by sights like Seawall Beach and McGuire-Dent Recreation Center.

Kempner Park

East Beach