2 days in Galveston Itinerary

An old colonial city and a busy cruise ship port less than an hour's drive from Houston, Galveston sits on Galveston Island and serves as a popular vacation destination for both domestic and international travelers.

Kick off your visit on the 16th (Mon): steep yourself in history at San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site, see majestic marine mammals with a dolphin and whale watching tour, and then explore the different monuments and memorials at Old City Cemetery. On your second day here, visit East End Historic District and then kick back and relax at Surfside Beach.

To see other places to visit, ratings, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Galveston visit planning website.

In March in Galveston, expect temperatures between 71°F during the day and 60°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Tue) so you can travel back home.