East Beach Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Galveston Seawall

Galveston Seawall

5/5(1 review)

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
Moody Gardens

Moody Gardens

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

Moody Gardens
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier

Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier

4/5(2 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

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
San Luis Beach

San Luis Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at San Luis Beach during your trip to West End?

San Luis Beach

Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal

4.5/5(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

Activities

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

AU$29
per adult
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion
Private Tour of Galveston

Private Tour of Galveston

AU$192
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Tour of Galveston
Pirates! Legends of the Gulf Coast Museum Ticket in Galveston

Pirates! Legends of the Gulf Coast Museum Ticket

AU$24
per adult
Pirates! Legends of the Gulf Coast Museum Ticket
Galveston Sweets and Treats Tour

Galveston Sweets and Treats Tour

AU$40
per adult
Galveston Sweets and Treats Tour
Jean Lafitte Pirate Museum

Jean Lafitte Pirate Museum

AU$24
per adult
Jean Lafitte Pirate Museum
Storm on the Strand Ghost Tour

Storm on the Strand Ghost Tour

AU$39
per adult
Storm on the Strand Ghost Tour
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Our pick of the best East Beach Hotel Deals

Beachfront home with exquisite views
Beachfront home with exquisite views
Galveston
The price is AU$830 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
AU$830
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Galveston. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a garden. Popular attractions Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (80 reviews)
New years trip
"Great house and a very quiet gated neighborhood, beach access within neighborhood and city access on east side.The house is huge and the master bed is very comfortable.It’s on the east end and close to the Strand, easy navigation to what ever your plans entail, would and will stay here again"

Reviewed on 6 Jan. 2025

Beachfront home with exquisite views
Galvestonian by VTrips
Galvestonian by VTrips
4 out of 5
1401 E. Beach Drive, #109, Galveston, TX
Stay at this 4-star condo in Galveston. Enjoy laundry facilities, furnished balconies, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Port of Galveston Cruise ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
CJ
"Laundry services /access would be most helpful since each owner may decide not to provide in units. Beautiful site and Views are amazing"

Reviewed on 3 Nov. 2024

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Galvestonian by VTrips
Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston
Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston
3 out of 5
5914 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$109 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
AU$109
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
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 (2,822 reviews)
"Oceanview with nothing blocking it. Like the fact there is Krogers nearby. Hotel room has microwave and refrigerator so if you want to save some money or if the restaurants are not openning then help yourself to a microwaveable meal and it won't break the bank"

Reviewed on 27 Feb. 2025

Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Galveston Beach, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Galveston Beach, an IHG Hotel
2.5 out of 5
3228 SEAWALL BOULEVARD, Galveston, TX
The price is AU$144 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
AU$144
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,106 reviews)
"Friendly staff."

Reviewed on 27 Feb. 2025

Holiday Inn Express And Suites Galveston Beach, an IHG Hotel
Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection
Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection
4 out of 5
2024 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$335 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
AU$335
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,502 reviews)
"4 stars. Everything was great!"

Reviewed on 23 Feb. 2025

Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection
Quality Inn & Suites Galveston - Beachfront
Quality Inn & Suites Galveston - Beachfront
2.5 out of 5
5924 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is AU$123 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
AU$123
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,373 reviews)
"Our room was clean, parking is a bit tough if you're in a truck but manageable. The front desk staff was friendly and there is a restaurant in the adjacent parking lot with tasty food, good drinks, and an quick walk over. It's a bit dated, but it worked for our one-night stay. The bed was comfortable, ..."

Reviewed on 24 Feb. 2025

Quality Inn & Suites Galveston - Beachfront
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Other neighbourhoods around East Beach

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Beachtown

While Beachtown isn't home to many top sights, East Beach and Stewart Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Beachtown
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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 East End Historic District.

San Jacinto
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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
Galveston showing a house, night scenes and heritage architecture

Historic Downtown Galveston

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

Historic Downtown Galveston
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Kempner Park

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

Kempner Park

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