Galveston sits on the Gulf of Mexico. Our conditions page shows today's water temperature, surf height, wind, UV index, tide times from NOAA station 8771450, and rip current risk. Everything is pulled live from NOAA and Open-Meteo and refreshes through the day.
View Live ConditionsPark at Galveston in lots like Stewart Beach, East Beach (R.A. Apffel Park), Seawall Boulevard Parking (25th St). Our parking page maps every option with addresses, rates from $15/vehicle and a live crowd-based availability estimate so you can plan ahead and skip circling.
Find ParkingAt Galveston, don't miss the Pecan-Crusted Snapper at Gaido's. Our dining page pulls live ratings and hours from Google Places and highlights the local dishes worth ordering.
Explore DiningBoats leave Galveston from Pier 21, including the Baywatch Dolphin Tour — dolphin watches, sunset sails, kayak tours and fishing charters. Our things to do page lists the operators, departure times and prices.
See Things to DoGalveston hosts Harbor Tour & Dolphin Watch and more. Our events page pulls the current week's lineup so nothing sneaks up on you.
Check EventsAt Galveston, the sun sets at 8:02 PM today — about 13h 14m of daylight. Sunrise was 6:48 AM. Live water temperature, surf height, UV index, wind and tide for Galveston update at the top of the conditions page.