Historic Downtown Galveston Travel Guide
Galveston
Visit Historic Downtown Galveston
Popular places to visit
Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
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
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.
Strand Theatre
Enjoy a show at Strand Theatre, a popular theatre in Galveston. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its lively festivals.
Pier 21
Find out about the history of Galveston when you spend time at Pier 21. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its lively festivals.
Texas Seaport Museum
You can study the exhibits at Texas Seaport Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Galveston. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Things to do
The Historic Galveston Ghost Tour
Galveston Sunset Tour – Sophisticated Adult Cruise
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion
Moody Gardens One Day Value Pass
Juneteenth and Beyond African American Van Tours
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Galveston
Harbor House Hotel and Marina at Pier 21
The room and hotel were not very clean. The bathroom especially needs to be redone / cleaned. The check in staff was also not the friendliest.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
The Tremont House, Galveston, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
I wish there was a pool, but there is a gym, 3 dining options: fa rooftop bar, a bar/restaurant, and a cafe, and several other great things about this space. It was built in 1887 and actually used to be a brothel in the late 1800s to my understanding. The reason I did not give 5 stars for service ...
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
Property was clean and I just do not like a hotel that is pet friendly
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston Beach by IHG
Horrible
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center
We stayed here with our grown children and grandchild. Lovely rooms but rowdy people in the VIP floor. Very noisy elevator which precipitated a room change. There are not enough regular lounge chairs or umbrellas because most loungers are for the cabana rentals--$700. Yes, you read that right.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Hilton Galveston Island Resort
Very nice room!
Reviewed on 22 Mar 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 The Bryan Museum.
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 Fort Crockett.
Midtown
While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Galveston Seawall and Seawall Beach.
