Pelican Island

Galveston

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

Popular places to visit

Seawolf Park

Seawolf Park

Explore the great outdoors at Seawolf Park, a lovely green space in Galveston. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its lively festivals.

Seawolf Park
Galveston Seawall

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
Moody Gardens

Moody Gardens

4/5(2 reviews)

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

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
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
San Luis Beach

San Luis Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at San Luis Beach during your trip to West End?

San Luis Beach

Things to do

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

RM81
per adult
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion
Private Tour of Galveston

Private Tour of Galveston

RM540
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Tour of Galveston
Pirates! Legends of the Gulf Coast Museum Ticket in Galveston

Pirates! Legends of the Gulf Coast Museum Ticket

RM67
per adult
Pirates! Legends of the Gulf Coast Museum Ticket
Storm on the Strand Ghost Tour

Storm on the Strand Ghost Tour

RM111
per adult
Storm on the Strand Ghost Tour
Galveston: Historic Red Light District Guided Walking Tour

Galveston: Historic Red Light District Guided Walking Tour

RM132
per adult
Galveston: Historic Red Light District Guided Walking Tour
Jean Lafitte Pirate Museum

Jean Lafitte Pirate Museum

RM67
per adult
Jean Lafitte Pirate Museum
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Top hotels in Pelican Island

Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston
Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston
3 out of 5
5914 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is RM262 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
RM262
RM302 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
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 ...
6.8/10 (2,809 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay. Clean and staff are very friendly."

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2025

Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston
Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection
Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection
4 out of 5
2024 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is RM813 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
RM813
RM935 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,511 reviews)
"I love historic hotels. I love how much effort the owners went to, restoring it’s grandeur!"

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2025

Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Galveston Beach, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Galveston Beach, an IHG Hotel
2.5 out of 5
3228 SEAWALL BOULEVARD, Galveston, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM315 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
RM315
RM362 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,101 reviews)
"The staff was great- very helpful and friendly. The A/C in our room never came on and the walls were paper thin. The view, however, was great. We could see our ship from one of our rooms. The room and bathroom were very clean, as was the breakfast area. Excellent value for the price."

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2025

Holiday Inn Express And Suites Galveston Beach, an IHG Hotel
Quality Inn & Suites Galveston - Beachfront
Quality Inn & Suites Galveston - Beachfront
2.5 out of 5
5924 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is RM331 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
RM331
RM381 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
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! (1,365 reviews)
"The rooms facing the hotel next door are quiet and have a nice ocean view."

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2025

Quality Inn & Suites Galveston - Beachfront
Galveston Beach Hotel
Galveston Beach Hotel
2.5 out of 5
8710 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is RM279 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
RM279
RM321 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
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. ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,426 reviews)
"It was very clean and kept up."

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2025

Galveston Beach Hotel
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 RM1,504 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
RM1,504
RM1,765 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Galveston. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"As good or better than any of the hundreds I’ve stayed in…"

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2025

The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center
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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
Galveston showing a house, night scenes and heritage architecture

Historic Downtown Galveston

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

Historic Downtown Galveston
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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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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 Kempner Park.

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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