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Galveston

Galveston · United States · 29.31, -94.79

A historic port town on the Texas Gulf Coast and a major departure port for Mexico cruises. Nineteenth-century Victorian architecture, beaches, historic Strand attractions, and family-friendly Moody Gardens add to its relaxed Texas atmosphere.

Port highlights

About 50,000

Population

A subtropical climate. Summers are hot and humid, while winters are mild. Watch for the hurricane season (summer to autumn).

Climate

English (Spanish is also used)

Language

US dollar (USD)

Currency

April to June and September to November (warm, though some of these months fall in hurricane season, June to November)

Best time to visit

Local food

Gulf shrimp, fresh Gulf seafood, Tex-Mex cuisine, barbecue

Sights

The Strand Historic DistrictPleasure Pier amusement parkMoody GardensBishop's Palace

Monthly average high / low temperatures

17°

9°Jan

19°

11°Feb

21°

15°Mar

25°

17°Apr

28°

22°May

31°

25°Jun

32°

27°Jul

33°

26°Aug

31°

24°Sep

27°

20°Oct

22°

15°Nov

19°

10°Dec

Unit: °C · NOAA climate normals · Period: 1991–2020 · Station: GALVESTON · about 1.3 km from port · Last checked: Oct 4, 2026 · A guide for choosing your travel month.

Local prices for travelers

Much more expensive than Tokyo

Compared with Tokyo, Japan (median of items)200 (Tokyo = 100)

Compared with Tokyo, everything is somewhat more expensive.

$2.80

Water 500 ml

$5.25

Coffee

$12.50

Inexpensive meal

$5.00

Local beer

$6.22

Big Mac

Prices in Galveston. · Amounts in the recorded local currency. No currency conversion applied. · Last checked: Oct 2026 · Sources: Shop and menu prices · The Economist, Big Mac Index (CC BY 4.0)

Getting there from Japan

IAH

Nearest airport

75–90 min

Airport to port (approx.)

B — One connection

Ease of access

Access from Japan: A = direct flight / B = one connection / C = two or more connections (indicative)

Itineraries calling here

Caribbean & BahamasMay–Sep 2027

Checked Jul 22, 2026

Galveston

Port highlights

Getting there from Japan

Itineraries calling here

6-Night Caribbean & Bahamas Cruise from Galveston

7-Night Caribbean & Bahamas Cruise from Galveston

7-Night Caribbean & Bahamas Cruise from Galveston

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