East Beach Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Galveston Seawall

Galveston Seawall

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

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

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

Activities

Galveston's Haunted Cemetery Walking Tour

Galveston's Haunted Cemetery Walking Tour

AU$45
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Galveston's Haunted Cemetery Walking Tour
Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour

Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour

AU$44
per adult
Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour
Visit The Bryan Museum

The Bryan Museum Admission

AU$23
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Bryan Museum Admission
Groovy Galveston Scavenger Hunt

Groovy Galveston Scavenger Hunt

AU$35
per adult
Groovy Galveston Scavenger Hunt
Galveston Haunted Pub Crawl Walking Tour

Galveston Haunted Pub Crawl Walking Tour

AU$53
per adult
Galveston Haunted Pub Crawl Walking Tour
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

AU$28
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion
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Our pick of the best East Beach Hotel Deals

Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston

Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston

3 out of 5
5914 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is AU$83 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
AU$83
2 Oct - 3 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! (3,580 reviews)
"Everything is good!!!!"

Reviewed on 29 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 AU$97 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
AU$97
2 Oct - 3 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 AU$475 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
AU$475
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 AU$205 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
AU$205
2 Oct - 3 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! (1,904 reviews)
"It was definitely amazing very clean and comfortable the staff was friendly and helpfull. Had room service the steak was cooked perfectly and it was delicious. The valet folks were awesome. The pool was fun. Everyone was great"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
Hilton Galveston Island Resort

Hilton Galveston Island Resort

3.5 out of 5
5400 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is AU$228 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$228
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Galveston. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,183 reviews)
"Great stay! Very nice but also family friendly"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Hilton Galveston Island Resort
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 AU$128 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$128
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,793 reviews)
"I loved the location of the hotel as it was walking distance to the beach and had a lot of stores and food places close by"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Galveston West Seawall
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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 The Bryan Museum.

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 which includes night scenes, a house 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 Silk Stocking Historic District.

Kempner Park

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