Historic Downtown Galveston

Galveston

Historic Downtown Galveston
Photo provided by Greater Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau
Photo provided by Greater Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau
Photo provided by Greater Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau
Photo provided by Greater Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau
Photo provided by Texas Tourism / Kenny Braun
Photo provided by Texas Tourism / Kenny Braun
Photo provided by Texas Tourism / Kenny Braun
Photo provided by Texas Tourism / Kenny Braun

Popular places to visit

Texas Seaport Museum

Texas Seaport Museum

You can study the exhibits at Texas Seaport Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Galveston. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Texas Seaport Museum

Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal

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

Port of Galveston

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

Port of Galveston

Pier 21

Find out about the history of Galveston when you spend time at Pier 21. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its lively festivals.

Pier 21

Strand Theatre

Enjoy a show at Strand Theatre, a popular theatre in Galveston. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its lively festivals.

Strand Theatre

Grand 1894 Opera House

Enjoy a performance at Grand 1894 Opera House, a popular theatre in Galveston. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its lively festivals.

Grand 1894 Opera House

Things to do

Visit The Bryan Museum

The Bryan Museum Admission

€13
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Bryan Museum Admission
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

€16
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion
Groovy Galveston Scavenger Hunt

Groovy Galveston Scavenger Hunt

€20
per adult
Groovy Galveston Scavenger Hunt
Galveston: Historic Galveston Ghost Tour

Galveston: Historic Galveston Ghost Tour

€26
per adult
Galveston: Historic Galveston Ghost Tour
Galveston Mansions and Murder Walking Tour

Galveston Mansions and Murder Walking Tour

€19
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Galveston Mansions and Murder Walking Tour
Picture 1 for Activity Galveston: Spooky Strand Ghost Walking Tour

Galveston: Spooky Strand Ghost Walking Tour

€26
per adult
Galveston: Spooky Strand Ghost Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Historic Downtown Galveston

Harbor House Hotel and Marina at Pier 21

Harbor House Hotel and Marina at Pier 21

3 out of 5
28 Pier 21, Galveston, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €118 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
€118
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,772 reviews)
"Great corner room. Will book this one again. Great view."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Harbor House Hotel and Marina at Pier 21
The Tremont House, Galveston, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Tremont House, Galveston, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

3.5 out of 5
2300 Ship's Mechanic Row, Galveston, TX
The price is €186 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
€186
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,011 reviews)
"Please change your toilet tissue brand! For the price of a room, we deserve a better quality!"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

The Tremont House, Galveston, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston

Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston

3 out of 5
5914 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is €59 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
€59
6 Oct - 7 Oct
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! (3,585 reviews)
"This staff is so courteous and kind, very good to my family.Very good to my children.It's a very quiet hotel.The beds and pillows are so comfortable.This is the only hotel I will stay at for the price and the breakfast is impeccable"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston
Galveston Beach Hotel

Galveston Beach Hotel

2.5 out of 5
8710 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is €54 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
€54
8 Oct - 9 Oct
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! (2,653 reviews)
"We had a good view of the beach as well as the pool, this was our 2nd time staying, I was very disappointed the first time we stayed last year. However, we decided to stay again because we love this location. This time was way more pleasant! They have upgraded the flooring, furniture, paint and the ..."

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Galveston Beach Hotel
The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center

The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center

4 out of 5
5222 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is €268 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
€268
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,086 reviews)
"Loved it. Much nicer than photos, if you can believe that! Will return."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

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 €124 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
€124
7 Oct - 8 Oct
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! (1,927 reviews)
"Very clean room and very nice staff. Enjoying the stay"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic Downtown Galveston

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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 Port of Galveston while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Strand Historic District
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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
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San Jacinto

While visiting San Jacinto, you might make a stop by sights like Seawall Beach and The Bryan Museum.

San Jacinto
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Kempner Park

While visiting Kempner Park, you might make a stop by sights like Seawall Beach and Silk Stocking Historic District.

Kempner Park
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Fort Crockett

While Fort Crockett may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Port of Galveston.

Fort Crockett
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East Beach

While East Beach may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Galveston Seawall and Stewart Beach.

East Beach

Historic Downtown Galveston

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