Kempner Park Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

Kempner Park

Kempner Park is just one of the places to see in Galveston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

Kempner Park

McGuire-Dent Recreation Center

McGuire-Dent Recreation Center is just one of the places to see in Galveston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

McGuire-Dent Recreation Center

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 Kempner Park Hotel Deals

Comfort Inn & Suites

Comfort Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
2818 Avenue R 1/2, Galveston, Galveston, TX
The price is AU$129 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$129
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (344 reviews)
"Nice clean room , quiet, on the seawall to well and look at ocean, restaurants close by, pier rides and entertainment for kids, 5 min from port"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Comfort Inn & Suites
Econo Lodge Galveston Seawall

Econo Lodge Galveston Seawall

2 out of 5
3008 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$79 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
AU$79
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
6.4/10 (1,002 reviews)
"It was amazing stay for the late birthday weekend and had amazing time"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Econo Lodge Galveston Seawall
Pleasure Pier Retreat

Pleasure Pier Retreat

4 out of 5
2511 Bernardo De Galvez, Galveston, TX
Stay at this 4-star vacation home in Galveston. Enjoy a picnic area, furnished patios, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Galveston Island Historic ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (10 reviews)
"The shower outside felt great but you need to get a new head for it. 1000%"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

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Pleasure Pier Retreat
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$343 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
AU$343
23 Oct - 24 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! (1,928 reviews)
"Staff in the lounges and restaurants were excellent and personable."

Reviewed on 12 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$86 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
AU$86
21 Oct - 22 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! (3,625 reviews)
Clean and Comfortable
"Clean comfortable with a good breakfast"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston
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$514 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$514
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
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Other neighbourhoods around Kempner Park

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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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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 Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Port of Galveston.

Fort Crockett
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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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
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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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Midtown

While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Galveston Seawall and Seawall Beach.

Midtown

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