Beachtown Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Christina Harrison-Garcia
Photo by Christina Harrison-Garcia

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

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

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

Activities

Galveston's Haunted Cemetery Walking Tour

Galveston's Haunted Cemetery Walking Tour

AU$46
per adult
96% 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 Beachtown Hotel Deals

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$239 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$239
26 Oct - 27 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! (1,946 reviews)
"We arrived late, but guest service was wonderful! We were the first to use the Limo service to our cruise port, and it was a life saver! Thanks to everyone for making our pre/post cruise experience seamless!"

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston

Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston

3 out of 5
5914 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is AU$82 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
AU$82
29 Oct - 30 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! (3,660 reviews)
"Anniversary stay. Nice hotel."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston
Hilton Galveston Island Resort

Hilton Galveston Island Resort

3.5 out of 5
5400 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$231 per night from 13 Nov to 14 Nov
AU$231
13 Nov - 14 Nov
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. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,183 reviews)
"Habitacion limpia .lo malo q las cortinas no bajaron x la noche.. personal muy bueno. Bar en piscina exelente. Lo unico malo q estos hoteles Hilton son los unicos q no cuentan con parqueo por eso tiene uno q pagar adicional.. mal eso."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Hilton Galveston Island Resort
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$515 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$515
16 Nov - 17 Nov
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! (1,104 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel!!! We are from Houston and have been going to Galveston for 30 years and this was the Best stay we’ve ever had in Galveston (and best time of year! Not hot, no seaweed, not crowded, not sticky, flowers in bloom!)."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center
Galveston Beach Hotel

Galveston Beach Hotel

2.5 out of 5
8710 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is AU$98 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
AU$98
21 Oct - 22 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! (2,662 reviews)
"We had a great view of the beach and the pool. The room was clean and the staff was very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Galveston Beach Hotel
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$131 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
AU$131
21 Oct - 22 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! (1,811 reviews)
"Walkable to the gulf, but not viewable from the hotel. But still great location."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Galveston West Seawall
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Other neighbourhoods around Beachtown

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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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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 McGuire-Dent Recreation Center.

Kempner Park

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