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

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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
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
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
View towards Moody gardens in Galveston, Texas

Moody Gardens

4/5(2 reviews)

More than just a theme park: an aquarium, zoo, museums and rides on beautiful Galveston Bay.

Moody Gardens
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

Things to do

Visit The Bryan Museum

The Bryan Museum Admission

€12
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Bryan Museum Admission
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

€15
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion
Groovy Galveston Scavenger Hunt

Groovy Galveston Scavenger Hunt

€13
per adult
Groovy Galveston Scavenger Hunt
Galveston: Historic Galveston Ghost Tour

Galveston: Historic Galveston Ghost Tour

€25
per adult
Galveston: Historic Galveston Ghost Tour
Galveston Sweets and Treats Tour

Galveston Sweets and Treats Tour

€21
per adult
Galveston Sweets and Treats Tour
Galveston Mansions and Murder Walking Tour

Galveston Mansions and Murder Walking Tour

€21
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Galveston Mansions and Murder Walking Tour
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Top hotels in East Beach

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center

4 out of 5
7 Hope Blvd Galveston TX
Fully refundable
The price is €139 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
€139
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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,046 reviews)
Awesome hotel and staff! Thank you for the great experience on my first trip/visit to Texas.

Reviewed on 13 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 €60 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
€60
23 Feb - 24 Feb
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! (278 reviews)
It could use an update but who cares. It was clean and quiet. Near the beach and a lot of eating places. Breakfast good. I would stay here again.

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Clarion Pointe Galveston - Beachfront
Casa De La Sirena--Beachfront Retreat in Spanish Grant!

Casa De La Sirena--Beachfront Retreat in Spanish Grant!

2 out of 5
Galveston TX
Stay at this beach holiday home in Galveston. Enjoy a beach locale, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Galveston Island Beaches and Galveston ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (72 reviews)
Well decorated. Comfortable beds. Clean. Cable tv. Host communicated promptly. Restricted view due to inoperable storm shutters a minus.

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

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Casa De La Sirena--Beachfront Retreat in Spanish Grant!
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 €97 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
€97
23 Feb - 24 Feb
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! (1,268 reviews)
Room was ver clean. Staff was very nice and friendly.

Reviewed on 13 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 €54 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
€54
17 Feb - 18 Feb
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. ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,900 reviews)
I love the location of this hotel. It’s away from the busy, noisy part of the Seawall but a 2 minute walk across the street to the beach. The rooms are spacious and the beds very comfortable. Breakfast was great with many offerings and staff are friendly and helpful. I did have a few frustrations. ...

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Galveston Beach Hotel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston West-Seawall

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston West-Seawall

2.5 out of 5
8628 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is €77 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
€77
26 Feb - 27 Feb
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. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Good service, clean room, very good breakfast

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites 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

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