East End Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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
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
Beautiful vintage homes of the historical district in Galveston, Texas.; Shutterstock ID 248841316
An architectural treasure predating the the great Galveston hurricane of 1900. #LocalGem #Architecture photo contest

Popular places to visit

Beautiful vintage homes of the historical district in Galveston, Texas.; Shutterstock ID 248841316

East End Historic District

Learn about the local history of Galveston with a stop at East End Historic District. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this romantic area.

East End Historic District
Evening sun illuminates the Seawall at Galveston, Texas

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
huge cruise liner stands off the coast of Vancouver Canada Place flag flying over the Pacific Ocean sails a beautiful view of the city on the water Canada 2023

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
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
Aerial panorama sunset over Port of Galveston Texas

Port of Galveston

4.5/5(3 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
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

Activities

Groovy Galveston Scavenger Hunt

Groovy Galveston Scavenger Hunt

NZ$27
per adult
Groovy Galveston Scavenger Hunt
Segway Galveston Ghost tour

Haunted Legends: Segway Ghost Tour

NZ$126
per adult
Haunted Legends: Segway Ghost Tour
Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour

Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour

NZ$52
per adult
Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour
Tree carvings tour on Viator

Galveston Tree Carvings Segway Tour

NZ$111
per adult
Galveston Tree Carvings Segway Tour
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

NZ$31
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion
Visit The Bryan Museum

The Bryan Museum Admission

NZ$25
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Bryan Museum Admission
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Our pick of the best East End Hotel Deals

The Mansion on 17th

The Mansion on 17th

3.5 out of 5
511 17th St Galveston TX
The price is NZ$300 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
NZ$300
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (782 reviews)
Enjoyed the staff and made to order breakfast.

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

The Mansion on 17th
The George Manor

The George Manor

4 out of 5
1502 Market St Galveston TX
The price is NZ$343 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
NZ$343
16 Feb - 17 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly B&B in Galveston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (467 reviews)
Beautiful grounds and wonderful hosts

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

The George Manor
The 1890 Freeman House

The 1890 Freeman House

2 out of 5
1711 Postoffice St Galveston TX
The price is NZ$329 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
NZ$329
16 Feb - 17 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Galveston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a local area shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (260 reviews)
Wonderful

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

The 1890 Freeman House
My Blue Heaven Luxe Beach🌞 Heated Pool 🌞 near Pier & Strand 🌞 2 King Beds 5 Star

My Blue Heaven Luxe Beach🌞 Heated Pool 🌞 near Pier & Strand 🌞 2 King Beds 5 Star

Galveston TX
The price is NZ$980 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
NZ$980
18 Feb - 19 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Galveston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a water park. Popular attractions Galveston Seawall and Port of Galveston ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (98 reviews)
Our first of many trips to Galveston! Loved the place!Comfortable, Close and Complete!

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

My Blue Heaven Luxe Beach🌞 Heated Pool 🌞 near Pier & Strand 🌞 2 King Beds 5 Star
Clarion Pointe Galveston - Beachfront

Clarion Pointe Galveston - Beachfront

3 out of 5
5914 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is NZ$117 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
NZ$117
19 Feb - 20 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. ...
7.4/10 Good! (256 reviews)
Clean room. Excellent staff.

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Clarion Pointe Galveston - Beachfront
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 NZ$229 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
NZ$229
16 Feb - 17 Feb
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! (2,042 reviews)
The staff was the friendliest, most helpful hotel staff we have ever experienced any where in the world. We will never stay anywhere else in Galveston ever again.

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
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Other neighbourhoods around 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.

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
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
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
Devil Riders, Anisomorpha buprestoides, family Phasmatidae

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
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

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