Historic Downtown Galveston Travel Guide
Galveston
Visit Historic Downtown Galveston
Popular places to visit
Port of Galveston
Explore the waterfront in Galveston with a trip to Port of Galveston. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Grand 1894 Opera House
Enjoy a performance at Grand 1894 Opera House, a popular theatre in Galveston. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its lively festivals.
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 Schlitterbahn Waterpark
Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark as part of your trip to Galveston. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
Moody Gardens
Take the family to visit the sea animals who live in Moody Gardens during your trip to Galveston. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.
Galveston Island Beaches
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Galveston Island Beaches during your trip to Galveston?
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Galveston
Harbor House Hotel and Marina at Pier 21
Terrible
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
The Tremont House, Galveston, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
The staff, the room, the rooftop bar....everything was excellent especially the staff. Can't wait to return soon!!!
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Beachfront Palms Resort an Ascend Collection Hotel
The elevator was sketchy and broke down eventually. Everything else was good!
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston Beach by IHG
The hotel page says there is "self-parking available". That would imply maybe there is an option of valet parking? Unless you go to the details page about parking you won't find out until arrival there there is no on site parking. There is limited on street parking due to limitations for local resident ...
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Galveston Beach Hotel
I stayed for one night. The property and parking area was was very dirty. The room was nothing to jump for joy. There was only 5 channels on the TV. The continental breakfast had scrambled eggs, waffles and biscuits and gravy. Overall, very disappointing for the price.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center
Everything was beautiful
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Downtown Galveston
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 Strand Theatre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
East End
If you're spending some time in East End, East End Historic District and Bishop's Palace are top sights worth seeing.
San Jacinto
While visiting San Jacinto, you might make a stop by sights like Seawall Beach and East End Historic District.
Kempner Park
While visiting Kempner Park, you might make a stop by sights like Seawall Beach and McGuire-Dent Recreation Center.
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 Seawall Beach and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier.
Midtown
While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Galveston Seawall and Seawall Beach.
