Gaido's Seafood Restaurant
Family-run Seawall landmark since 1911, known for Gulf seafood and the giant crab on its roof.
Your local guide to Galveston Island
The island's best seafood, beaches, events and pet-friendly spots — picked by a local.
111 hand-picked places across 8 categories
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🦐Restaurants & Seafood21 places🏖️Beaches10 places🎡Things to Do & Attractions19 places🐩Pet-Friendly20 places🎉Events12 places🏨Hotels & Rentals14 places🍹Bars & Nightlife12 places🎣Fishing & Boating12 places
Local favorites
Moody Gardens
Iconic pyramids with an aquarium, rainforest and discovery museum, plus 3D/4D theaters and Palm Beach.
Stewart Beach
Galveston's main family beach park where Broadway meets the Seawall, with lifeguards, restrooms, showers and chair rentals. Leashed dogs welcome.
Galveston Island Brewing Co.
West End craft brewery with a huge dog-friendly patio and yard a block from the beach.
The Tremont House
Elegant historic hotel steps from The Strand, with a rooftop bar overlooking downtown.
Galveston Fishing Pier
Historic Gulf fishing pier welcoming anglers since 1971, with bait and tackle on site.