Old Central Travel Guide
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 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.
Galveston Seawall
Learn about the local history of Galveston when you take a trip to Galveston Seawall. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Strand Historic District
Find out about the history of Galveston when you take a trip to Strand Historic District. Amble around this romantic area's waterfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Moody Mansion Museum
Find out about the history of Galveston with a stop at Moody Mansion Museum. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Top hotels in Old Central
![Inn at The Waterpark](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/58600/58572/75712d6c_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2024
![Galveston Beach Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1050000/1045600/1045536/e36e389c_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2024
![Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/160000/157300/157238/2dae7fa0_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2024
![Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1500/1459/86d7f596_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2024
![The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4600/4532/56bd8a82_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2024
![Hilton Galveston Island Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4600/4553/2611fa2e_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Old Central
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Lasker Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lasker Park and surrounding area, you can visit Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Port of Galveston.
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Kempner Park
While visiting Kempner Park, you might make a stop by sights like Seawall Beach and Kempner Park.
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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 Port of Galveston and Seawall Beach.
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Historic Downtown Galveston
While visiting Historic Downtown Galveston, you might make a stop by sights like Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston.
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San Jacinto
While visiting San Jacinto, you might make a stop by sights like Seawall Beach and San Jacinto.
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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.