East End Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

East End
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Popular places to visit

East End Historic District

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
Bishop's Palace

Bishop's Palace

5/5(1 review)

Learn about the local history of Galveston when you spend time at Bishop's Palace. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its lively festivals.

Bishop's Palace
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

For a day away from the city, head to the sand, slides and towering pyramids of Moody Bay where you can immerse yourself in the world’s oceans and rainforests.

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

Activities

Groovy Galveston Scavenger Hunt

Groovy Galveston Scavenger Hunt

NZ$40
per adult
Groovy Galveston Scavenger Hunt
Galveston's Haunted Cemetery Walking Tour

Galveston's Haunted Cemetery Walking Tour

NZ$51
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Galveston's Haunted Cemetery Walking Tour
Step into the shadows and discover the haunting tales of Galveston's past.

Galveston Ghost Tour

NZ$55
per adult
Galveston Ghost Tour
Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour

Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour

NZ$49
per adult
Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

NZ$31
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion
Galveston Haunted Pub Crawl Walking Tour

Galveston Haunted Pub Crawl Walking Tour

NZ$60
per adult
Galveston Haunted Pub Crawl Walking Tour
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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$313 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
NZ$313
per night
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Stay at this 3.5-star B&B in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (721 reviews)
"Everything was great, but the bed was not very comfortable."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

The Mansion on 17th
The George Manor

The George Manor

4 out of 5
1502 Market St, Galveston, TX
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly B&B in Galveston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (422 reviews)
"Staff were amazing!!!"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

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The George Manor
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
The price is NZ$1,045 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
NZ$1,045
per night
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Galveston. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a water park. Popular attractions Galveston Seawall and Port ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (92 reviews)
"It offered more than we expected. We had a wonderful time. We had 6 older women. Originally, we thought there would be nine, which could have been a problem with the bathrooms, but was great with 6."

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2025

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

The 1890 Freeman House

2 out of 5
1711 Postoffice St, Galveston, TX
The price is NZ$335 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
NZ$335
per night
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Stay at this guesthouse in Galveston. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an area shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (229 reviews)
"Beautiful old home in a great location close to the Strand and The Grand and good restaurants. Loved the rockers on the front porch and the kitchen and sitting room. The only drawback was the bathroom for the Fredericksburg room was tiny."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

The 1890 Freeman House
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 NZ$96 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
NZ$96
per night
30 Sept - 1 Oct
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! (3,573 reviews)
"Staff was great. Breakfast was hot and good. Bed slept well. Coffee and water all day. Older, but cheap and by beach and Kroger and excellent restaurant named doc holidays."

Reviewed on 24 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 NZ$111 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
NZ$111
per night
30 Sept - 1 Oct
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
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Other neighbourhoods around East End

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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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
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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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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
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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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