Kempner Park Travel Guide

Galveston

Morning light on historic church on Galveston Island, Texas.
Morning light on historic church on Galveston Island, Texas.

Popular places to visit

Evening sun illuminates the Seawall at Galveston, Texas

Galveston Seawall

5/5(5 reviews)

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
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(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
Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark

Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark

5/5(1 review)

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
Aerial panorama sunset over Port of Galveston Texas

Port of Galveston

4/5(5 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

3.5/5(3 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
View towards Moody gardens in Galveston, Texas

Moody Gardens

4/5(2 reviews)

More than just a theme park: an aquarium, zoo, museums and rides on beautiful Galveston Bay.

Moody Gardens

Things to do

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

£13
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion
Galveston Seawall SegwayTour

Galveston Seawall SegwayTour

£38
per adult
Galveston Seawall SegwayTour
Visit The Bryan Museum

The Bryan Museum Admission

£11
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Bryan Museum Admission
Groovy Galveston Scavenger Hunt

Groovy Galveston Scavenger Hunt

£12
per adult
Groovy Galveston Scavenger Hunt
Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour

Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour

£23
per adult
Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour
Public Historical Carriage Tour in Galveston

Public Group Historical Carriage Tour of Galveston

£26
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Public Group Historical Carriage Tour of Galveston
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Top hotels in Kempner Park

Comfort Inn & Suites

Comfort Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
2818 Avenue R 1/2 Galveston TX
The price is £60 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
£60
17 Feb - 18 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.6/10 Good! (450 reviews)
View of the water from the balcony.

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Comfort Inn & Suites
Econo Lodge Galveston Seawall

Econo Lodge Galveston Seawall

2 out of 5
3008 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is £68 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
£68
25 Feb - 26 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
6.4/10 (1,002 reviews)
Great staff and friendly.

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Econo Lodge Galveston Seawall
Clarion Pointe Galveston - Beachfront

Clarion Pointe Galveston - Beachfront

3 out of 5
5914 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is £52 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
£52
18 Feb - 19 Feb
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! (265 reviews)
Continental Breakfast

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Clarion Pointe Galveston - Beachfront
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 £102 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
£102
16 Feb - 17 Feb
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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,042 reviews)
The staff was the friendliest, most helpful hotel staff we have ever experienced any where in the world. We will never stay anywhere else in Galveston ever again.

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
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 £220 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
£220
19 Feb - 20 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Galveston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,185 reviews)
Beautiful property and excellent food and service

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center
Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection

Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
2024 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is £174 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
£174
2 Mar - 3 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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,280 reviews)
Beautiful hotel! Everything was great.

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection
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Other neighbourhoods around Kempner Park

Lunch Vacation This tranquil "spot" is 45 minutes from my office in bustling downtown Houston. When it gets too crazy... a little break along the shores of the Gulf of Mexico is a welcome treat. December and 72°, Christmas music and waves.

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.

Fort Crockett
One of our favorite little weekend getaways is a quick 45 minute drive from Houston. The Hotel Galvez and Spa has been the grand hotel of the Galveston sea wall since 1911. Originally built to help Galveston tourism recover from the devastation of the great hurricane of 1900 that almost ended the life of this island city. Charming architecture, beautiful pool, great bars and amenities. Given its age and history it has more than a few ghost stories as well. The Hotel is a member of Historic Hotels of America, the official program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

San Jacinto

While visiting San Jacinto, you might make a stop by sights like East End Historic District and Seawall Beach.

San Jacinto
If find yourself in Galveston and you want to get away from the Seawall crowds then this is a great beach to visit. Most days you’ll find that it isn’t crowded at all, only a few people around. Follow the picturesque white boardwalk to a trail that will lead you to the beach. Be sure to stop and smell the many flowers along the way—just remember to keep off the dunes and watch out for rattlesnakes.

Old Central

If you're spending some time in Old Central, Moody Mansion Museum and Betty Head Oleander Garden Park are top sights worth seeing.

Old Central
In front of the hotel.

Historic Downtown Galveston

While visiting Historic Downtown Galveston, you might make a stop by sights like Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Strand Theatre.

Historic Downtown Galveston
In front of the hotel.

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.

Strand Historic District
The Bishop's Palace, also known as Gresham's Castle, is an ornate Victorian-style house, located on Broadway and 14th Street in the East End Historic District of Galveston, Texas. #Architecture

East End

If you're spending some time in East End, East End Historic District and Bishop's Palace are top sights worth seeing.

East End

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