Pelican Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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 seaside or experience its lively festivals.

Seawolf Park
Moody Gardens

Moody Gardens

For a day away from the city, head to the sand, slides and towering pyramids of Moody Bay where you can immerse yourself in the world’s oceans and rainforests.

Moody Gardens
Galveston Seawall

Galveston Seawall

5/5(1 review)

Learn about the local history of Galveston when you take a trip to Galveston Seawall. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Galveston Seawall
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier

Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier

4/5(2 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

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

Activities

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

NZ$33
per adult
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion
Private Tour of Galveston

Private Tour of Galveston

NZ$218
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

NZ$27
per adult
Pirates! Legends of the Gulf Coast Museum Ticket
Storm on the Strand Ghost Tour

Storm on the Strand Ghost Tour

NZ$45
per adult
Storm on the Strand Ghost Tour
Galveston: Historic Red Light District Guided Walking Tour

Galveston: Historic Red Light District Guided Walking Tour

NZ$54
per adult
Galveston: Historic Red Light District Guided Walking Tour
Jean Lafitte Pirate Museum

Jean Lafitte Pirate Museum

NZ$27
per adult
Jean Lafitte Pirate Museum
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Our pick of the best Pelican Island Hotel Deals

Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston
Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston
3 out of 5
5914 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is NZ$91 per night from 20 Feb to 21 Feb
NZ$91
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 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 (2,679 reviews)
"I love the location it is close to a Kroger's for food.It was very clean and they had free breakfast.The beach is right in front and close to another things as well.I loved it"

Reviewed on 22 Jan. 2025

Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston
Galveston Beach Hotel
Galveston Beach Hotel
2.5 out of 5
8710 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is NZ$123 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
NZ$123
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
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! (2,398 reviews)
"The bathtub could be replaced couldn't take a bath with the rust, the bugspray was a little much, and the shower didnt get hot"

Reviewed on 19 Jan. 2025

Galveston Beach Hotel
Gaido's Seaside Inn
Gaido's Seaside Inn
3 out of 5
3700 Seawall Boulevard, Galveston, TX
The price is NZ$119 per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
NZ$119
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,006 reviews)
"Older property Clean"

Reviewed on 20 Jan. 2025

Gaido's Seaside Inn
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 NZ$342 per night from 29 Jan to 30 Jan
NZ$342
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
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! (1,762 reviews)
"The bath room need to be updated"

Reviewed on 19 Jan. 2025

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
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
The price is NZ$161 per night from 4 Feb to 5 Feb
NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
4 Feb - 5 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! (1,065 reviews)
We had some problems.
"Location is great. We had a few hiccups. Had to tell service we needed two blankets and first said they probably couldn't, went to desk 4 more times before getting them. Were none in room at all to be exact at first. I am allergic to Chinese Memory foam and mattresses have it. I had to sleep on couch ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jan. 2025

Holiday Inn Express And Suites Galveston Beach, an IHG 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 NZ$488 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
NZ$488
includes taxes & fees
5 Feb - 6 Feb
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! (1,000 reviews)
Beautiful hotel, resort style feel
"We came here several months ago to relax and get away from our life’s problems and it worked! We stayed the whole day and night at the swim up bar and next day hung out at the music restaurant that had a warm, cozy atmosphere and amazing music and friendly patrons and bartenders. Highly ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jan. 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 Strand Theatre 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 Strand Theatre.

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 Silk Stocking 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 Stewart Beach and Galveston Seawall.

East Beach

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