Pelican Island Travel Guide

Galveston

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

Popular places to visit

Seawolf Park

Seawolf Park

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
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
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
Moody Gardens

Moody Gardens

4/5(2 reviews)

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

Moody Gardens
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

Rp301.072
per adult
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion
Galveston Red Light District Tour

Galveston Red Light District Tour

Rp444.204
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Galveston Red Light District Tour
Galveston: Ghost-Themed Walking Tour

Galveston: Ghost-Themed Walking Tour

Rp410.061
per adult
Galveston: Ghost-Themed Walking Tour
Pirates! Legends of the Gulf Coast Museum Ticket in Galveston

Pirates! Legends of the Gulf Coast Museum Ticket

Rp184.601
per adult
Pirates! Legends of the Gulf Coast Museum Ticket
Private Tour of Galveston

Private Tour of Galveston

Rp2.002.866
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Tour of Galveston
Galveston Burial at Sea Celebration of Life Charter

Burial at Sea Celebration of Life Charter

Rp12.339.000
per traveller
Burial at Sea Celebration of Life Charter
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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 Rp1.043.784 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
Rp1.043.784
Rp1.200.351 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
6.8/10 (2,925 reviews)
"Elevators are dirty/wet from people at the pool constantly, no one sweeped the elevators in a couple of days during my stay. My room was decent my only gripe is my end tables were dirty with dry sticky soda and was not wiped down. This hotel is family friendly and is right directly in front of the ..."

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2025

Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston
Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
4 out of 5
7 Hope Blvd, Galveston, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.668.718 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
Rp2.668.718
Rp3.069.067 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this 4-star 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,813 reviews)
"Lots to do at this location, great breakfast buffet. For the price they need to make updates on rooms"

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2025

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection
Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection
4 out of 5
2024 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is Rp3.056.608 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
Rp3.056.608
Rp3.515.099 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
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. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,484 reviews)
"Absolutely beautiful and well run property with friendly helpful staff; however, the Monarch restaurant service and food quality is significantly below the quality of the hotel. We stayed there in hopes of not having to leave the hotel for a fully wonderful evening. Restaurant was very disappointing, ..."

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2025

Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection
Quality Inn & Suites Galveston - Beachfront
Quality Inn & Suites Galveston - Beachfront
2.5 out of 5
5924 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is Rp1.253.369 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
Rp1.253.369
Rp1.441.375 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr
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. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,443 reviews)
"Perfect for one night pre cruise"

Reviewed on 23 Mar 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 Rp1.151.807 per night from 10 Apr to 11 Apr
Rp1.151.807
Rp1.324.578 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Apr - 11 Apr
Stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,461 reviews)
"Great property. Easy walk across the street to the seawall!"

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2025

Galveston Beach Hotel
Wingate by Wyndham Galveston Beachfront at the Seawall
Wingate by Wyndham Galveston Beachfront at the Seawall
2.5 out of 5
1402 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is Rp954.317 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
Rp954.317
Rp1.097.464 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
5.4/10 (1,497 reviews)
"Close to beach"

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2025

Wingate by Wyndham Galveston Beachfront at the Seawall
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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 Silk Stocking Historic District.

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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