Pelican Island, TX

Galveston

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

Popular places to visit

WWII submarine dry docked

Seawolf Park

4.5/5(37 reviews)

After visiting Seawolf Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Galveston. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its lively festivals.

Seawolf Park
Moody Gardens

Moody Gardens

4.5/5(709 reviews)

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

Moody Gardens
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier

Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier

4/5(717 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

4/5(163 reviews)

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
Galveston Seawall

Galveston Seawall

4.5/5(2,338 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Galveston when you spend time at Galveston Seawall. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Galveston Seawall

Galveston Island Beaches

4.5/5(86 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Galveston Island Beaches during your trip to Galveston?

Galveston Island Beaches

Things to do

Galveston: Historic Pleasure Pier All-Day Pass

Galveston: Historic Pleasure Pier All-Day Pass

￥4,336
per adult
Galveston: Historic Pleasure Pier All-Day Pass
Haunted Harbor Tour 90 Minute Boat Ride at Night Galveston

Haunted Harbor Tour 90 Minute Boat Ride at Night Galveston

￥6,509
per adult
Haunted Harbor Tour 90 Minute Boat Ride at Night Galveston
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

￥2,647
per adult
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion
Galveston Red Light District Tour

Galveston Red Light District Tour

￥4,340
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Galveston Red Light District Tour
Galveston: Ghost-Themed Walking Tour

Galveston: Ghost-Themed Walking Tour

￥3,615
per adult
Galveston: Ghost-Themed Walking Tour
Public Historical Carriage Tour in Galveston

Public Group Historical Carriage Tour of Galveston

￥5,063
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Public Group Historical Carriage Tour of Galveston
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Pelican Island Hotel Deals

The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center
The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center
4 out of 5
5222 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
Stay at this 4-star luxury resort in Galveston. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)
Best weekend ever
"My stay was amazing ! My family came for the 4th and saw the fireworks from the balcony. Also, got engaged there too !!"

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

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The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center
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 ￥28,121 per night from Jul 8 to Jul 9
￥28,121
￥32,339 total
Jul 8 - Jul 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Galveston. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,809 reviews)
My stay at Moody Gardens
"The only thing I didn’t like when we were arrive, there were no valets out there and then we were leaving so come up after my husband had the car already unloaded that was the only thing about staying at your hotel. That was not great for me. I have a hip problem and have a walker, and if I had came ..."

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston
Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston
3 out of 5
5914 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥13,349 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
￥13,349
￥15,351 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
7/10 Good! (3,194 reviews)
"Clean place to stay for money. Nice view if u don’t mind being outside a pool!"

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2025

Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Galveston West Seawall
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Galveston West Seawall
3 out of 5
2901 63RD STREET, Galveston, TX
The price is ￥15,473 per night from Jul 8 to Jul 9
￥15,473
￥17,795 total
Jul 8 - Jul 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,669 reviews)
"It was awesome. Perfect place to stay with the family and perfect parking to just walk to the seawall and enjoy the beach day! Great simple breakfast 👌 Definitely would come back"

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Galveston West Seawall
Galveston Beach Hotel
Galveston Beach Hotel
2.5 out of 5
8710 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥12,872 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
￥12,872
￥14,804 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
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. ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,562 reviews)
"Overall 10"

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2025

Galveston Beach Hotel
Inn at The Waterpark
Inn at The Waterpark
2 out of 5
2525 Jones Dr, Galveston, TX
The price is ￥12,587 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
￥12,587
￥14,475 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf motel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Need do something about the Smell in the hallway it’s awful."

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2025

Inn at The Waterpark
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Other neighborhoods around Pelican Island

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Strand Historic District

Strand Historic District is a destination visitors seek out for is 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 neighborhood.

Strand Historic District
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 Seawall Beach and East End Historic District.

San Jacinto
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Kempner Park

If you're spending some time in Kempner Park, Seawall Beach and Silk Stocking Historic District are top sights worth seeing.

Kempner Park
Devil Riders, Anisomorpha buprestoides, family Phasmatidae

East Beach

Though East Beach might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Stewart Beach and Galveston Ferry Terminal.

East Beach
Fish Tank

Midtown

If you're spending some time in Midtown, Seawall Beach and Galveston Seawall are top sights worth seeing.

Midtown
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.

Beachtown

While Beachtown might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like East Beach and Stewart Beach.

Beachtown

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