East Beach Travel Guide
Tourist Guide

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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

Galveston Historical Harbor Cruise with Dolphins

The Historic Galveston Ghost Tour

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

Juneteenth and Beyond African American Van Tours
Our pick of the best East Beach Hotel Deals

The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center
Friendly staff along with very helpful. Stayed in the adults only level which was marvelous!
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Clarion Pointe Galveston - Beachfront
First of all, the staff is amazing. We came back from a cruise and arrived to the hotel around 9am and they worked diligently to get us into a room. The grounds are beautiful with palm trees, and the beach is a very short walk across the street. But the rooms are not great. There is black mold everywhere. ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston Beach by IHG
Beach view faced buildings and a vacant parking lot. Side view of beach about 30%. We asked for ocean view at check-in and was told “the room your getting will be fine. You probably won’t stay in your room anyway”. I said we wanted to sit on balcony and enjoy the morning coffee view of ocean and ...
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026

Galveston Beach Hotel
A functional, reasonably priced room with easy access to the ocean.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection
Very nice hotel. Beautiful inside and outside.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Galveston West Seawall
Not bad for a quick weekend stsy
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Beach

Beachtown
While Beachtown isn't home to many top sights, East Beach and Stewart Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

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.


