Galveston · Galveston County, TX
Cheap things to do in Galveston
Scout analyzed 64 Galveston places and surfaced the ones that actually fit cheap day out.
Places analyzed
64
Matches
24
Typical spend
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Typical visit
1.2 hr
Scout-verified spots
Outdoors
Saengerfest Park
Public square featuring grassy areas, a performance stage, benches & a jumbo chess set.
Nightlife
Island Time Beach Bar & Grill
Family
Palm Beach At Moody Gardens Water Park
Water park with several attractions, including a lazy river, aquatic playground & volleyball courts.
Nightlife
Float Pool & Patio Bar
Waterfront party spot with swim-up bar, plus DJs, live music & events such as karaoke.
Outdoors
East Beach (R.A. Apffel)
Expansive spot for sunning & swimming also hosts live bands & an annual sand castle competition.
Pelican Island
Galveston Naval Museum
This educational center allows visitors to tour a WWII submarine & a WWII destroyer.
Nightlife
Brick House Tavern + Tap
Modern sports-pub chain boasting recliners plus high-concept bar food & a huge selection of beer.
Food & Drink
Freckleberry Tea & Coffee
Food & Drink
Indies Coffee Bar and Speakeasy
Food & Drink
Red Light Coffee Roasters
Food & Drink
MOD Coffeehouse
Cozy coffee shop for lattes & light bites, plus an upstairs nook & patio with weekend music.
Food & Drink
Galveston Bagel Company
Food & Drink
Sugar Bean Coffee & Cream
Food & Drink
Fisherman's Wharf
Casual eatery serving local seafood, grilled meats & signature cocktails with waterfront views.
Food & Drink
Shykatz
Quaint cafe serving sandwiches & other deli fare, classic breakfast grub, pastries & cakes.
Food & Drink
Katie's Seafood House
A locally sourced menu of homestyle seafood dishes is featured at this unfussy waterfront eatery.
Food & Drink
Rainforest Cafe
Rainforest-themed chain for updated classic fare amid jungle flora & animatronic animals.
Food & Drink
Gaido's
This elegant seafood restaurant, opened in 1911, offers Gulf views and has a nautical theme.
Food & Drink
Doc Holliday's Roadhouse
Food & Drink
Hearsay On The Strand
Updated American eats & craft cocktails are dispensed in a historic space with eclectic decor.
Food & Drink
Shark Shack
Down-home operation serving seafood dishes & hearty pub grub alongside beer, wine & cocktails.
Family
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
Old-fashioned waterfront amusement area with rides for all ages, games of skill & boardwalk eats.
Food & Drink
Miller's Seawall Grill
No-frills eatery serving giant breakfasts along with lunch & dinner fare with views of the water.
Food & Drink
Nick's Kitchen and Beach Bar
Local seafood is prepared a variety of ways at this lively joint with a pool bar & happy hour.
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