Near West End Travel Guide
Galveston
Visit Near West End
Popular places to visit
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.
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 Island Beaches
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Galveston Island Beaches during your trip to Galveston?
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
Ride the thrilling swings over the Gulf of Mexico and browse the shops and restaurants on this fun and scenic pier.
Top hotels in Near West End
Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
Muy amables y un lugar q lo tiene todo para un buen descanso
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Galveston Beach Hotel
Parking
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Galveston West Seawall
The room was very nice and clean but noticed stains on one of the pillows. Other than that it had a great stay.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Galveston
Everyone was lovely.HUUUGE room in super convenient location!
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Motel 6 Galveston, TX
The staff was great, very helpful. I don’t think I’ve really ever gone to a hotel or a motel with staff is kind and helpful as these were.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Inn at The Waterpark
There weee hardly parking spaces. Music or TV till around 2-3amp. Someone running above us . The floor we stayed seems people live there. Non-professional staff. Food was less to be desired. Couldn’t get and coffee or juice due to over capacity area.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Near West End
Midtown
While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Galveston Seawall and Seawall Beach.
Fort Crockett
While Fort Crockett may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Seawall Beach and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier.
Beachside Village
While visiting Beachside Village, you might make a stop by sights like Galveston Island Beaches and Sunny Beach.
Kempner Park
While visiting Kempner Park, you might make a stop by sights like Seawall Beach and McGuire-Dent Recreation Center.
Tiki Island
Tiki Island might not have many top sights, but Galveston Island Beaches and Moody Gardens are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Historic Downtown Galveston
While visiting Historic Downtown Galveston, you might make a stop by sights like Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Strand Theatre.
