Pelican Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Pelican Island
Pelican Island
Photo by Carl Tucker
Photo by Carl Tucker

Popular places to visit

Seawolf Park

Seawolf Park

After visiting Seawolf Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Galveston. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its lively festivals.

Seawolf Park
Galveston Seawall

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
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

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 Beaches

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

Galveston Island Beaches

Activities

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

AU$28
per adult
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion
Galveston Mansions and Murder Walking Tour

Galveston Mansions and Murder Walking Tour

AU$34
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Galveston Mansions and Murder Walking Tour
Galveston Sweets and Treats Tour

Galveston Sweets and Treats Tour

AU$38
per adult
Galveston Sweets and Treats Tour
Sumo Suit Wrestling Activity in Galveston

Sumo Suit Wrestling Activity in Galveston

AU$46
per adult
Sumo Suit Wrestling Activity in Galveston
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
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Our pick of the best Pelican Island Hotel Deals

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$615 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
AU$615
4 Aug - 5 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! (1,030 reviews)
"II booked an ocean view room three months in advance, but when I arrived at the reception, they attempted to give me a standard room with no view. Fortunately, I asked to confirm the room type before accepting the keys. Only then did they request that I show proof of my original booking. This was ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center
Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston

Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston

3 out of 5
5914 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is AU$112 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
AU$112
27 Aug - 28 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! (3,303 reviews)
"I can’t rave enough about the staff and amenities at this property. The staff went above and beyond, we’re super helpful and very nice! This also comes with a hot breakfast that was very tasty and had a lot of options. The TVs in the room were set up so you could watch movies and TV shows on demand ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025

Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston
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$251 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
AU$251
31 July - 1 Aug
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! (1,864 reviews)
"Great stay! The check in was quick and the staff was friendly."

Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
Galveston Beach Hotel

Galveston Beach Hotel

2.5 out of 5
8710 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is AU$119 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$119
10 Aug - 11 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 pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,638 reviews)
"It’s was across from the beach"

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

Galveston Beach Hotel
Quality Inn & Suites Galveston - Beachfront

Quality Inn & Suites Galveston - Beachfront

2.5 out of 5
5924 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is AU$150 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$150
17 Aug - 18 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! (1,826 reviews)
"We stayed in #318 & #320 as a fam of 5 for two nights. AC worked great in 318 and no musty smell (like previous reviews). 320, on the other hand...the ac worked semi good but bcuz of that it did have an on/off musty smell. Elevators = sloooooooooow! But prob just running on island time. Great location! ..."

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

Quality Inn & Suites 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$144 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
AU$144
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,719 reviews)
Ok Hotel
"Hotel was ok"

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Galveston West Seawall
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Other neighbourhoods around Pelican Island

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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 East End Historic District.

San Jacinto
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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
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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 Beach
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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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Beachtown

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

Beachtown

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