Isla Del Sol Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal

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
Evening sun illuminates the Seawall at Galveston, Texas

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.

Galveston Seawall
Aerial panorama sunset over Port of Galveston Texas

Port of Galveston

Explore the waterfront in Galveston with a trip to Port of Galveston. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Port of Galveston
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Galveston Island Beaches

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Galveston Island Beaches during your trip to Galveston?

Galveston Island Beaches
View towards Moody gardens in Galveston, Texas

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

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

Activities

Groovy Galveston Scavenger Hunt

Groovy Galveston Scavenger Hunt

AU$23
per adult
Groovy Galveston Scavenger Hunt
Visit The Bryan Museum

The Bryan Museum Admission

AU$21
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Bryan Museum Admission
Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour

Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour

AU$44
per adult
Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

AU$26
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion
One Day Value Pass

Moody Gardens One Day Value Pass

AU$99
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Moody Gardens One Day Value Pass
Galveston: Ghost-Themed Walking Tour

Galveston: Ghost-Themed Walking Tour

AU$42
per adult
Galveston: Ghost-Themed Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best Isla Del Sol Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston Beach by IHG

2.5 out of 5
3228 SEAWALL BOULEVARD Galveston TX
The price is AU$175 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
AU$175
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,278 reviews)
Great staff

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston Beach by IHG
Galveston Beach Hotel

Galveston Beach Hotel

2.5 out of 5
8710 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is AU$98 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
AU$98
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,921 reviews)
By the beach

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Galveston Beach Hotel
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$199 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
AU$199
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Galveston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,036 reviews)
Super place! Kids loved it!!!!

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
Clarion Pointe Galveston - Beachfront

Clarion Pointe Galveston - Beachfront

3 out of 5
5914 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is AU$102 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
AU$102
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (306 reviews)
There was hair in the shower otherwise a good stay.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Clarion Pointe Galveston - Beachfront
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$119 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
AU$119
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,962 reviews)
Fine for a one night stay. Good breakfast.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Galveston West Seawall
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston West-Seawall

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston West-Seawall

2.5 out of 5
8628 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is AU$128 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
AU$128
4 Mar - 5 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
Front desk was friendly and helpful.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston West-Seawall
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Other neighbourhoods around Isla Del Sol

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Sea Isle

While visiting Sea Isle, you might make a stop by sights like Sea Isle Beach and Terramar Beach.

Sea Isle
Gulf of Mexico beach at Galveston, Texas near the San Luis Pass

Pointe West

When in Pointe West, you can plan a visit to San Luis Beach and San Luis Pass, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Pointe West
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Indian Beach

While visiting Indian Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Jamaica Beach and Indian Beach.

Indian Beach
Jamaica beach, Galveston. The calm after the storm.

Jamaica Beach

Jamaica Beach is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Jamaica Beach and Galveston Island State Park Beach while you're in town.

Jamaica Beach
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West End

While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like Jamaica Beach and Pirate's Beach.

West End
Stewart Beach, Galveston, Texas

Pirates Beach

If you're spending some time in Pirates Beach, Pirate's Beach and Pirates Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Pirates Beach

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