Midtown Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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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

Galveston Island Convention Center

Learn about the events happening in Galveston Island Convention Center during your trip to Galveston. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Galveston Island Convention Center

Fort Crockett

You can learn about the history of Galveston when you stop by Fort Crockett. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Fort Crockett

Activities

Private Tour of Galveston

Private Tour of Galveston

AU$186
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Tour of Galveston
Galveston's Haunted Cemetery Walking Tour

Galveston's Haunted Cemetery Walking Tour

AU$46
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Galveston's Haunted Cemetery Walking Tour
Galveston Storm on the Strand Tour

Galveston Storm on the Strand Tour

AU$46
per adult
Galveston Storm on the Strand Tour
Galveston's Best Pub Crawl

Galveston's Best Pub Crawl

AU$31
per adult
Galveston's Best Pub Crawl
Galveston's Scariest Ghost Tour

Galveston's Scariest Ghost Tour

AU$46
per adult
Galveston's Scariest Ghost Tour
Galveston: Haunted Pub Crawl Walking Tour

Galveston: Haunted Pub Crawl Walking Tour

AU$54
per adult
Galveston: Haunted Pub Crawl Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best Midtown Hotel Deals

Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston

Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston

3 out of 5
5914 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is AU$101 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$101
25 Aug - 26 Aug
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! (3,371 reviews)
"When we first arrived we were greeted by some of the friendliest & informative frontdesk employees I've EVER met in my life! They were super kind & helpful! Our room was a standard room but our beds were comfier than expected. The breakfast was delicious beyond words! We had loud neighbors but nothing ..."

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025

Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston
Quality Inn & Suites Galveston - Beachfront

Quality Inn & Suites Galveston - Beachfront

2.5 out of 5
5924 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is AU$113 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
AU$113
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,888 reviews)
Great location
"The location is perfect, across from yhe beach, close to restaurants. Bed was really comfy. The breakfast was really good, eggs, sausage, biscuit n gravy, etc."

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025

Quality Inn & Suites Galveston - Beachfront
Hilton Galveston Island Resort

Hilton Galveston Island Resort

3.5 out of 5
5400 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is AU$285 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$285
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,140 reviews)
The best.
"This is my favorite Hotel to stay at, clean, friendly, convenient and of course swim up pool bar."

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

Hilton Galveston Island Resort
Home2 Suites By Hilton Galveston

Home2 Suites By Hilton Galveston

3 out of 5
4302 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is AU$194 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
AU$194
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,071 reviews)
"Very clean and service was goood with nice people"

Reviewed on 17 Aug. 2025

Home2 Suites By Hilton Galveston
Red Roof Inn Plus+ Galveston - Beachfront

Red Roof Inn Plus+ Galveston - Beachfront

2 out of 5
3924 Avenue U, Galveston, TX
The price is AU$104 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
AU$104
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,120 reviews)
"Room was clean and when we asked for extra towels they weren’t hesitant at all. Definitely recommend for the price we paid."

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025

Red Roof Inn Plus+ Galveston - Beachfront
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$494 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
AU$494
21 Aug - 22 Aug
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! (1,052 reviews)
Delayed check-in
"I was looking forward to my early check-in, but unfortunately, it didn’t work out as planned. I ended up waiting until almost 4:40 to check in. I enjoyed sitting in the Bistro Restaurant while I waited for my room on the 10th floor, though!"

Reviewed on 13 Aug. 2025

The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center
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Other neighbourhoods around Midtown

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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
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Kempner Park

While visiting Kempner Park, you might make a stop by sights like Seawall Beach and Silk Stocking Historic District.

Kempner Park
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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San Jacinto

While visiting San Jacinto, you might make a stop by sights like Seawall Beach and The Bryan Museum.

San Jacinto
Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark featuring rides and a water park as well as an individual male

Near West End

While visiting Near West End, you might make a stop by sights like Moody Gardens and Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark.

Near West End

Midtown Travel Guide

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