Pelican Island

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

Popular places to visit

Seawolf Park

Seawolf Park

Explore the great outdoors at Seawolf Park, a lovely green space in Galveston. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its lively festivals.

Seawolf Park
Galveston Seawall

Galveston Seawall

4.5/5(54 reviews)

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 Seawall
Moody Gardens

Moody Gardens

4/5(16 reviews)

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

Moody Gardens
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier

Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier

4/5(28 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
Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark

Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark

3.5/5(3 reviews)

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
Strand Historic District

Strand Historic District

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Find out about the history of Galveston with a stop at Strand Historic District. Amble around this family-friendly area's waterfront and enjoy its lively bars.

Strand Historic District

Things to do

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

CA $26
per adult
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion
Private Tour of Galveston

Private Tour of Galveston

CA $175
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Tour of Galveston
Galveston: Ghost-Themed Walking Tour

Galveston: Ghost-Themed Walking Tour

CA $36
per adult
Galveston: Ghost-Themed Walking Tour
Storm on the Strand Ghost Tour

Storm on the Strand Ghost Tour

CA $36
per adult
Storm on the Strand Ghost Tour
Pirates! Legends of the Gulf Coast Museum Ticket in Galveston

Pirates! Legends of the Gulf Coast Museum Ticket

CA $22
per adult
Pirates! Legends of the Gulf Coast Museum Ticket
Public Historical Carriage Tour in Galveston

Public Group Historical Carriage Tour of Galveston

CA $50
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Public Group Historical Carriage Tour of Galveston
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Pelican Island Hotel Deals

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 CA $243 per night from Jan. 5 to Jan. 6
CA $243
CA $280 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2025
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! (1,782 reviews)
"It was a great stay"

Reviewed on Dec. 21, 2024

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 CA $72 per night from Dec. 24 to Dec. 25
CA $72
CA $83 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 24 - Dec 25
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 ...
6.8/10 (2,592 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"

Reviewed on Dec. 21, 2024

Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston
Galveston Beach Hotel
Galveston Beach Hotel
2.5 out of 5
8710 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is CA $84 per night from Dec. 26 to Dec. 27
CA $84
CA $97 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 26 - Dec 27
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. ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,355 reviews)
"I enjoy it and it was right in front of the ocean view"

Reviewed on Dec. 20, 2024

Galveston Beach Hotel
Hilton Galveston Island Resort
Hilton Galveston Island Resort
3.5 out of 5
5400 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is CA $145 per night from Jan. 6 to Jan. 7
CA $145
CA $167 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2025
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,121 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and the rooms were clean"

Reviewed on Dec. 22, 2024

Hilton Galveston Island Resort
Gaido's Seaside Inn
Gaido's Seaside Inn
3 out of 5
3700 Seawall Boulevard, Galveston, TX
The price is CA $99 per night from Jan. 2 to Jan. 3
CA $99
CA $114 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2025
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,981 reviews)
"Great service and well kept property! Will definitely stay again!"

Reviewed on Dec. 22, 2024

Gaido's Seaside Inn
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 CA $335 per night from Jan. 6 to Jan. 7
CA $335
CA $396 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2025
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Galveston. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Our stay was Amazing. We went there for our 31st anniversary and could have not asked for a better place to stay and celebrate. Had an amazing view of the ocean and the resort."

Reviewed on Dec. 21, 2024

The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center
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Other neighbourhoods around Pelican Island

Galveston showing a house, night scenes and heritage architecture

Historic Downtown Galveston

If you're spending some time in Historic Downtown Galveston, Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston are top sights worth seeing.

Historic Downtown Galveston
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East End

While visiting East End, you might make a stop by sights like East End Historic District and Bishop's Palace.

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 Seawall Beach and Silk Stocking 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
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.

Old Central

If you're spending some time in Old Central, Moody Mansion Museum and Betty Head Oleander Garden Park are top sights worth seeing.

Old Central
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

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