Pelican Island
Galveston
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Popular places to visit
Galveston Island Beaches
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Galveston Island Beaches during your trip to Galveston?
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.
Galveston Seawall
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.
Port of Galveston
Explore the waterfront in Galveston with a trip to Port of Galveston. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark
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.
Moody Gardens
This impressive theme park in Galveston Bay features a zoo, an aquarium, museums and rides.
Things to do
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion
The Historic Galveston Ghost Tour
Juneteenth and Beyond African American Van Tours
Replica 1908 Model-T Electric Golf Cart Rental
Top hotels in Pelican Island
The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center
Friendly staff along with very helpful. Stayed in the adults only level which was marvelous!
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Clarion Pointe Galveston - Beachfront
First of all, the staff is amazing. We came back from a cruise and arrived to the hotel around 9am and they worked diligently to get us into a room. The grounds are beautiful with palm trees, and the beach is a very short walk across the street. But the rooms are not great. There is black mold everywhere. ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston Beach by IHG
Beach view faced buildings and a vacant parking lot. Side view of beach about 30%. We asked for ocean view at check-in and was told “the room your getting will be fine. You probably won’t stay in your room anyway”. I said we wanted to sit on balcony and enjoy the morning coffee view of ocean and ...
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Galveston Beach Hotel
A functional, reasonably priced room with easy access to the ocean.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection
Very nice hotel. Beautiful inside and outside.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Galveston West Seawall
Not bad for a quick weekend stsy
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pelican Island
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.
Historic Downtown Galveston
While visiting Historic Downtown Galveston, you might make a stop by sights like Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Strand Theatre.
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 East End Historic District.
Kempner Park
While visiting Kempner Park, you might make a stop by sights like Seawall Beach and McGuire-Dent Recreation Center.
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.
