Beachtown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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
This impressive theme park in Galveston Bay features a zoo, an aquarium, museums and rides.
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
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion
Juneteenth and Beyond African American Van Tours
Our pick of the best Beachtown Hotel Deals
Beachfront Palms Resort an Ascend Collection Hotel
The elevator was sketchy and broke down eventually. Everything else was good!
Reviewed on 16 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
I stayed for one night. The property and parking area was was very dirty. The room was nothing to jump for joy. There was only 5 channels on the TV. The continental breakfast had scrambled eggs, waffles and biscuits and gravy. Overall, very disappointing for the price.
Reviewed on 16 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
The pool was great, but the staff at check in were horrible. They even added a parking fee on my bill after I told them I did not have a vehicle in the parking lot. The initial lady at check in rushed me off so fast after I paid she did not write my room number on my card holder nor did she want ...
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
TRU BY Hilton Galveston
Nice clean room, pool was small but nice and directly across from the beach!
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Beachtown
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 End
If you're spending some time in East End, East End Historic District and Bishop's Palace are top sights worth seeing.
San Jacinto
While visiting San Jacinto, you might make a stop by sights like Seawall Beach and East End Historic District.
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.
Historic Downtown Galveston
While visiting Historic Downtown Galveston, you might make a stop by sights like Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Strand Theatre.
Kempner Park
While visiting Kempner Park, you might make a stop by sights like Seawall Beach and McGuire-Dent Recreation Center.
