Bishop's Palace
East End Historic District 1.5 hrs
Tour a stunning Victorian mansion recognized as one of America's finest examples of Gilded Age architecture.
Where to stay
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At a glance
Climate
Subtropical
Languages
English and Spanish
Local currency
USD
(USD)
Local time
(GMT-5)
Ideal trip length
2–7 days
Cost level
3 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Seawall Blvd
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
15-20% for service
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
85 · Very good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Gulf Shrimp
Oysters
Gumbo
Tex-Mex
When to visit Galveston
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: July
Busiest: Jun-Aug
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Jan40
Cool, sometimes foggy
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Feb45
Mild, occasional cold front
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Mar60
Pleasant, spring break
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Apr75
Warm, comfortable
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May80
Warm, humid starts
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Jun90
Hot, humid, busy
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Jul95
Very hot, peak season
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Aug90
Hot, humid, hurricane risk
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Sept70
Warm, hurricane season
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Oct75
Pleasant, less humid
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Nov60
Mild, comfortable
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Dec50
Cool, festive
Things to do in Galveston
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
2 places
Galveston Railroad Museum
Downtown 2 hrs
Discover a vast collection of historic trains, railcars, and railway artifacts.
Best in the afternoon
3 places
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
Seawall Blvd 3 hrs
Enjoy thrilling rides, carnival games, and classic pier food over the Gulf.
The Strand Historic District
Downtown 3 hrs
Stroll through Victorian architecture, unique shops, and diverse restaurants.
Dolphin Watching Tour
Pier 21 1 hr
Spot playful dolphins in their natural habitat on a boat tour of Galveston Bay.
Any time of day
2 places
Moody Gardens
Pleasure Island 6 hrs
Explore aquariums, rainforest pyramids, and discovery museums.
Galveston Seawall
Seawall Blvd 2 hrs
Walk, bike, or drive along the historic seawall offering miles of beach access and Gulf views.
Things to book
Tours and activities in Galveston
Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.
Standard tour
Galveston's Haunted Cemetery Walking Tour
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Juneteenth and Beyond African American Guided History Tours
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The Ghosts of Galveston Guided Walking Tour
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The Shadows of Revelry Walking Ghost Tour
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The Great Storm Hurricane Tour
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Spooky Cemetery Ghost Tour
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Activity tour
Galveston Suntime Jet Boat Thrill Ride
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Standard tour
Historic Galveston Ghost Tour
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Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Galveston
Straight-line distance from the centre of Galveston.
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