Sunny Beach Travel Guide

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Galveston, Texas/USA - Mar 27, 2016: Port city view from the cruise ship.
Galveston, Texas/USA - Mar 27, 2016: Port city view from the cruise ship.
Deserted beach. Abandoned benches, umbrellas, tables, changing rooms on a sandy beach after the of summer vacation.
Galveston
Row of palm trees planted along the Seawall Boulevard at Galveston Island, Texas.

Popular places to visit

huge cruise liner stands off the coast of Vancouver Canada Place flag flying over the Pacific Ocean sails a beautiful view of the city on the water Canada 2023

Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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

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
Aerial panorama sunset over Port of Galveston Texas

Port of Galveston

4.5/5(3 reviews)

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

Port of Galveston
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
Panorama view calm waves with seagulls by shoreline, red umbrellas striped wooden chairs highlight nostalgic beach aesthetics, focus on intimate seating arrangements, sandy views, Galveston, TX

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

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

One Day Value Pass

AU$101
per adult
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 Sunny Beach Hotel Deals

Beach House Just Steps from the Beach

Beach House Just Steps from the Beach

Galveston TX
The price is AU$735 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
AU$735
1 Apr - 2 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Galveston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a water park and a garden. Popular attractions Galveston Island Beaches and Galveston ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (83 reviews)
Great house, great location. Super easy to access and enjoy.

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Beach House Just Steps from the Beach
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$162 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
AU$162
3 Mar - 4 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! (1,276 reviews)
The rooms were very spacious.

Reviewed on 28 Feb 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 2 Mar to 3 Mar
AU$98
2 Mar - 3 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! (2,909 reviews)
Front desk was nice and it was right across the street from the beach. However, the last night the guest on top of us was dragging furniture and walking around literally ALL NIGHT from 11p-until we checked out. Tried calling front desk but phones just kept beeping. Finally couldnt take it anymore ...

Reviewed on 28 Feb 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 2 Mar to 3 Mar
AU$199
2 Mar - 3 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! (2,035 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 2 Mar to 3 Mar
AU$102
2 Mar - 3 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! (300 reviews)
Rooms were near the beach and it was a very good location. But hotel is in need of remodeling and the main elevator broke down. Overall we were content.

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Clarion Pointe Galveston - Beachfront
Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection

Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
2024 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$333 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$333
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,269 reviews)
Always enjoy our stay. The rooms, bar and restaurant are amazing.

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection
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Other neighbourhoods around Sunny Beach

Panorama view grid of stilt vacation homes with grassy vacation land, Galveston, TX. Green space and paved drives support drainage, aesthetics, reflecting thoughtful coastal-suburban integration

Beachside Village

While visiting Beachside Village, you might make a stop by sights like Galveston Island Beaches and Sunny Beach.

Beachside Village
Lifeguard tower on the beach

The Preserve

While visiting The Preserve, you might make a stop by sights like Bermuda Beach and Pirate's Beach.

The Preserve
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Bermuda Beach

If you're spending some time in Bermuda Beach, Bermuda Beach and West Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Bermuda Beach
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Near West End

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

Near 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
Waterfront community on the Texas Gulf coast near Galveston.

Tiki Island

Tiki Island might not have many top sights, but Galveston Island Beaches and Moody Gardens are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Tiki Island

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