History stands strong, but it never stands still. Whether you come for the beach, the stories, or something in between, Galveston offers moments without compromise. A place where character rivals coastline and every visit feels entirely your own.

Galveston (/ ˈɡælvɪstən / GAL-vis-tən) is a resort city and port on the Gulf Coast of the U.S. state of Texas. It encompasses 211.31 square miles (547.3 km 2) on Galveston Island and Pelican Island.

Galveston, Texas, is full of fun, including beaches, historical tours, seafood dives, and Mardi Gras. Here are the best things to do in this small beach town.

The City of Galveston is launching its Comprehensive Plan update, a community driven planning process that will help guide the city’s long term growth, development, and resilience.

The Strand is a charming historic district in Galveston, lined with ornate late 1800s buildings and filled with restaurants, art galleries, museums, shops, bars, and more. Here, you try some old-school…

A noirish crime thriller, Galveston centers on New Orleans hitman Roy Cady, whose mobster boss has decided to remove him from the business - and the world- because he fears Roy might try to get even with him for stealing his woman.

Discover Moody Gardens on beautiful Galveston Island, Texas—a top-rated family attraction and public, non-profit destination. Explore unforgettable adventures in the Aquarium Pyramid, Rainforest Pyramid, Discovery Museum, and more.