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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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Houston East at Normandy

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Houston East at Normandy

3 out of 5
Northeast Houston
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Oct 9 - Oct 15
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Atlanta (ATL) to Houston (IAH)
8/10 Very Good! (634 reviews)
All staff very friendly except for the Night Shift front office guy who was not friendly at all i would ask questions and he get bother because he was always in the phone

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2025

Palace Inn Blue Edgebrook

Palace Inn Blue Edgebrook

2.5 out of 5
Southeast Houston
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9.4/10 Exceptional! (122 reviews)
Excellent Hotel Experience. Staff was Very Friendly and Accessible. Room was lovely and met all of my expectations. Will Definitely Be My Choice of Hotel in the Future!

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center

4 out of 5
Near West End
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Sep 21 - Sep 24
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Atlanta (ATL) to Houston (IAH)
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,811 reviews)
We enjoyed our stay! Pool was a little chilly but it didn’t stop us. Beautiful location.

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025

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Tours & day trips

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Galveston: Ghost-Themed Walking Tour

Galveston: Ghost-Themed Walking Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
2.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is $30 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Private Tour of Galveston

Private Tour of Galveston

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $122 per adult
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Holiday & seasonal tours

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Galveston: Ghost-Themed Walking Tour

Galveston: Ghost-Themed Walking Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
2.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is $30 per adult
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Attractions

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Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
8.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is $18 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Sumo Suit Wrestling Activity in Galveston

Sumo Suit Wrestling Activity in Galveston

Activity duration is 20 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is $30 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

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
Galveston Seawall

Galveston Seawall

You can learn about the local history of Galveston during your trip to a well-known site like Galveston Seawall. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Galveston Seawall
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

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

You can learn about the history of Galveston with a trip to St. Mary Cathedral Basilica. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

St. Mary Cathedral Basilica

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

Hotel Lucine

Hotel Lucine

4 out of 5
1002 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
Hotel Lucine
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
Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection

Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
2024 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection
The Mansion on 17th

The Mansion on 17th

3.5 out of 5
511 17th St, Galveston, TX
The Mansion on 17th
The Mariner

The Mariner

2.5 out of 5
1602 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The Mariner
Quiet Cottage 5 minutes to Beach or Strand, Fenced yard and off street parking.

Quiet Cottage 5 minutes to Beach or Strand, Fenced yard and off street parking.

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Quiet Cottage 5 minutes to Beach or Strand, Fenced yard and off street parking.
The George Manor

The George Manor

4 out of 5
1502 Market St, Galveston, TX
The George Manor
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 Belle of Ball Street. Walk to the beach from Galveston's Historic East End

The Belle of Ball Street. Walk to the beach from Galveston's Historic East End

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The Belle of Ball Street. Walk to the beach from Galveston's Historic East End
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