Galveston Beaches

Visit one of Galveston, TX's beautiful beaches along the 32 miles of Gulf coastline, including Stewart Beach, East Beach, Galveston Island State Park, and more.

Whether you are a family in search of gentle waves, a group of friends looking for a good time or an outdoor recreation enthusiast, Galveston has a beach for you.

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Located at the far eastern tip of the island, East Beach is home to a pavilion, boardwalk and entertainment stage as well as restrooms, showers, chair and umbrella rentals, children's playground, concessions and other amenities. Unlike most of Galveston’s beaches, alcohol is permitted at East Beach.

Stewart Beach is Galveston’s premier family-friendly beach park, named as one of the “10 Best Beaches for Families” by the Family Vacation Critic.

Stewart Beach, located near where Broadway meets the Seawall, has all the amenities you need for a day of family fun at the beach.

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Soaking up some "vitamin sea" may be entertaining enough, but consider attending a special event that takes place along Galveston’s beaches. Every summer at the Galveston Sandcastle Festival, you can browse extravagant sand sculptures along East Beach and see who wins the coveted Golden Bucket Award.

Other beach events include the Galveston Family Beach Challenge at Stewart Beach, Ohana Surf Dog Competition at the Seawall beach, and many others. For a list of more outdoor events, check out the event listing page here.