Old Central Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Old Central
Popular places to visit
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.
Port of Galveston
Explore the waterfront in Galveston with a trip to Port of Galveston. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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.
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.
Galveston Island Beaches
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Galveston Island Beaches during your trip to Galveston?
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.
Activities
Juneteenth and Beyond African American Van Tours
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion
Our pick of the best Old Central Hotel Deals
Beachfront Palms Resort an Ascend Collection Hotel
The room and hotel was not as advertised. The hotel was not as pictured and room wasn’t what I was expected. I will not be booking again. All the information needs to accurate because it was as advertised!
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston Beach by IHG
The hotel page says there is "self-parking available". That would imply maybe there is an option of valet parking? Unless you go to the details page about parking you won't find out until arrival there there is no on site parking. There is limited on street parking due to limitations for local resident ...
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Galveston Beach Hotel
Everything was in horrible condition. Walls were cracking, the rooms were a construction site. Everything was not well kept and the breakfast was nasty
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center
San Luis resort and spa-is one of my most favorite places to go and all the world. I go there once a year for sure sometimes twice.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hilton Galveston Island Resort
A lot of restrictions
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
TRU BY Hilton Galveston
We had a great stay. AC was a little off and kept getting warm then cold. We paid for an ocean view but it wasn’t a full ocean view. We were expecting a full view and not just a little corner facing the ocean.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Central
Midtown
While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Galveston Seawall and Seawall Beach.
Kempner Park
While visiting Kempner Park, you might make a stop by sights like Seawall Beach and McGuire-Dent Recreation Center.
Fort Crockett
While Fort Crockett may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Seawall Beach and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier.
Historic Downtown Galveston
While visiting Historic Downtown Galveston, you might make a stop by sights like Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Strand Theatre.
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.
San Jacinto
While visiting San Jacinto, you might make a stop by sights like Seawall Beach and East End Historic District.
