East End Historic District Tours

East End Historic District
East End Historic District
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Photo by Andrew Lucchesi
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Photo by W. Ross Wells
Photo by W. Ross Wells

East End Historic District is an ideal place kick off your day in Galveston. This urban area is recommended by fellow travelers, but it isn't the only thing to do here. Allow some time for other attractions like Moody Gardens, Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark, and Galveston Island Railroad Museum to get a complete picture of what the area has to offer.

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Red Lion Inn & Suites Katy

Red Lion Inn & Suites Katy

2.5 out of 5
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14.8/10 Exceptional! (278 reviews)
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Hampton Inn Houston Downtown

Hampton Inn Houston Downtown

2.5 out of 5
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Atlanta (ATL) to Houston (IAH)
17.6/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
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DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Medical Center Hotel & Suites

DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Medical Center Hotel & Suites

4 out of 5
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Tours & day trips

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The Historic Galveston Ghost Tour

The Historic Galveston Ghost Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 22 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $29 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Galveston Burial at Sea: Celebration of Life Charter

Galveston Burial at Sea: Celebration of Life Charter

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is $750 per traveler*
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Holiday & seasonal tours

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Tour of haunted locations with ghost hunting gear.

Tour of haunted locations with ghost hunting gear.

10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is $20 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Haunted Pub Crawl & Scandalous Red Light Tour in Galveston

Haunted Pub Crawl & Scandalous Red Light Tour in Galveston

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
8.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is $29 per adult
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Popular places to visit

The Bishop's Palace, also known as Gresham's Castle, is an ornate Victorian-style house, located on Broadway and 14th Street in the East End Historic District of Galveston, Texas. #Architecture

Bishop's Palace

4.5/5(203 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Galveston when you spend time at Bishop's Palace. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its lively festivals.

Bishop's Palace
The 1877 tall ship named ELISSA, a fantastic piece of Texan history which has also been designated one of America's Treasures by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. ELISSA is a three-masted, iron-hulled sailing ship built in 1877 in Aberdeen, Scotland by Alexander Hall & Company.

Texas Seaport Museum

4/5(72 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Texas Seaport Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Galveston. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Texas Seaport Museum

Sacred Heart Catholic Church

Find out about the history of Galveston when you take a trip to Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

Sacred Heart Catholic Church

St. Mary Cathedral Basilica

After visiting St. Mary Cathedral Basilica, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Galveston. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

St. Mary Cathedral Basilica

Grand 1894 Opera House

4/5(90 reviews)

Get tickets for a show at Grand 1894 Opera House, a storied theater in Galveston. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its lively festivals.

Grand 1894 Opera House

Lost Bayou

Find out about the history of Galveston when you spend time at Lost Bayou.

Lost Bayou

Best Lodging Options Near East End Historic District

Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection

Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
2024 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection
Seabreeze Hotel, An Ascend Collection Hotel

Seabreeze Hotel, An Ascend Collection Hotel

2 out of 5
2311 Avenue P 1 2 Galveston TX
Seabreeze Hotel, An Ascend Collection Hotel
Harbor House Hotel and Marina at Pier 21

Harbor House Hotel and Marina at Pier 21

3 out of 5
28 Pier 21 Galveston TX
Harbor House Hotel and Marina at Pier 21
The Tremont House, Galveston, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Tremont House, Galveston, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

3.5 out of 5
2300 Ship's Mechanic Row Galveston TX
The Tremont House, Galveston, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
The Mariner

The Mariner

2.5 out of 5
1602 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The Mariner
Hotel Lucine

Hotel Lucine

4 out of 5
1002 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
Hotel Lucine
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Galveston Beach

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Galveston Beach

4 out of 5
1702 Seawall Boulevard Galveston TX
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Galveston Beach
The Mansion on 17th

The Mansion on 17th

3.5 out of 5
511 17th St Galveston TX
The Mansion on 17th
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
Wingate by Wyndham Galveston Beachfront at the Seawall
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