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Cruises from Galveston, TX

Cruises from Galveston are typically available all year long, mostly ranging from 4- to 7-nights (although there are a few longer cruises available). The Western Caribbean is the most common destination on a cruise from Galveston. There are also many Eastern Caribbean cruises that start in Galveston, as well as a small selection of Panama Canal and Bahamas cruises. The city of Galveston is located on Galveston Island in Texas. This coastal city is a popular tourist destination in itself, making it a great place to cruise from.

Among cruise lines offering cruises from Galveston are popular mainstream brands Royal Caribbean, Carnival Cruise Lines, and Disney Cruise Line.

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Cruise Lines with Cruises from Galveston, TX

The following cruise lines feature cruises leaving from Galveston, TX. Select a cruise line to view upcoming cruises that they're offering from Galveston, TX:

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Disney Cruise Line
MSC Cruises
Norwegian Cruise Line
Princess Cruises
Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Royal Caribbean

Mainstream Cruise Line
Ships: 31 (2,056 - 5,362 Guests)
Budget Friendly
Great Youth Program

Carnival Cruise Line from Galveston, TX Cruise Cash or Pre-Paid Gratuities!

Mainstream Cruise Line
Ships: 7 (1,750 - 2,508 Guests)
Disney Characters at Sea
Live Production Shows

Disney Cruise Line from Galveston, TX Special Prices!

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Mainstream Cruise Line
Ships: 7 (1,750 - 2,508 Guests)
Disney Characters at Sea
Live Production Shows
Adult-Only Spaces
Youth Clubs

Enjoy legendary Disney service and entertainment, incomparable dining, exciting ports of call, and day after day of wonder-filled adventure. Here, specially designed areas and activities let adults, families, teens, and children play together and separately, creating magical memories. There are seven ships in Disney's fleet, including the classic Disney Magic and Disney Wonder, Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy, Disney Wish, Disney Treasure, and upcoming Disney Destiny (expected to sail in 2025).

Mainstream Cruise Line
Ships: 23 (1,952 - 6,762 Guests)
Kids Sail Free
True Italian Hospitality

MSC Cruises from Galveston, TX Special Price, Onboard Credit or Grats!

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Mainstream Cruise Line
Ships: 23 (1,952 - 6,762 Guests)
Kids Sail Free
True Italian Hospitality
Theme Cruises
Innovative Entertainment

MSC Cruises is the world's third-largest cruise line with a strong and growing presence in North America and is committed to achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. With 23 ships and over 250 destinations to choose from, guests can enjoy beautifully designed ships with a diverse guest mix. MSC Cruises sails year-round from Miami, Orlando (Port Canaveral), New York City, and Galveston starting November 2025. Many itineraries include late-night and overnight stays at Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, the only private island marine reserve in The Bahamas. For guests wanting privacy and luxury, most U.S. ships offer the MSC Yacht Club, an exclusive sanctuary at the top of the ship only accessible by key card. MSC Cruises is a great vacation choice for families, with many activities and expansive kids' clubs for kids of all ages. In April 2025, MSC Cruises' newest flagship, MSC World America, will sail from Miami to the Caribbean. Beauty and discovery await with MSC Cruises.

Mainstream Cruise Line
Ships: 21 (1,936 - 4,266 Guests)
Freestyle Cruising
Award-Winning Entertainment

Norwegian Cruise Line from Galveston, TX Special Price, Onboard Credit or Grats!

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Mainstream Cruise Line
Ships: 21 (1,936 - 4,266 Guests)
Freestyle Cruising
Award-Winning Entertainment
Great Variety of Accommodations
Family Friendly

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) is proud to present Freestyle Cruising, aboard one of the youngest fleets of cruise ships in the world. Enjoy open seating dining, where you can dine whenever and with whomever you wish. Don't want to pack formal wear on your vacation? With the resort casual evening attire, you don't have to! All of the Norwegian ships feature a slew of specialty restaurants and entertainment venues. An NCL cruise is perfect for guests of all ages, and includes complimentary youth programs. Their award-winning entertainment options include Broadway-style production shows, world-class acrobats, and much more. The Haven by Norwegian™, available on select ships, is an exclusive enclave for suite guests staying in NCL's most luxurious accommodations. Some Norwegian cruise ships have Studio accommodations, designed and priced for solo travelers. NCL is the only major cruise line to offer year-round Hawaii cruises.

Mainstream Cruise Line
Ships: 16 (2,000 - 4,300 Guests)
Great Dining & Entertainment
Unique Itineraries

Princess Cruises from Galveston, TX Onboard Credit, Cash Back or Grats!

Luxury Cruise Line
Ships: 6 (496 - 746 Guests)
All-Inclusive, Ultra-Luxury
Enrichment Programs

Regent Seven Seas Cruises from Galveston, TX Huge Onboard Credits or Cash Back!

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Luxury Cruise Line
Ships: 6 (496 - 746 Guests)
All-Inclusive, Ultra-Luxury
Enrichment Programs
Free Unlimited Shore Excursions
Unlimited Beverages, Drinks, Coffees

The six small to mid-size ships in Regent Seven Seas' award-winning six-star fleet include the intimate all-suite Seven Seas Navigator, the all-suite, all-balcony sister ships Mariner and Voyager, the all-suite, all-balcony Explorer and Splendor, and the recently introduced Grandeur. Regardless of which ship you choose, you're going to be on a luxurious vessel that's staffed with an ultra-attentive staff and a gourmet all-inclusive setup, in which gratuities, as well as select wines and spirits, are included.

Mainstream Cruise Line
Ships: 29 (5,668 Guests)
State-of-the-art Ships
Fantastic Entertainment

Royal Caribbean from Galveston, TX Onboard Credit or Pre-Paid Gratuities!

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Mainstream Cruise Line
Ships: 29 (5,668 Guests)
State-of-the-art Ships
Fantastic Entertainment
Appeals to Guests of All Ages

What type of traveler is Royal Caribbean right for? All types! Royal Caribbean is popular with families, seniors, couples, honeymooners, singles, and large groups (regardless of travel experience). Why? Because there's something for everyone on a Royal Caribbean cruise. Royal Caribbean has one of the largest fleets in the world, consisting of some of the most beautiful and modern ships in the cruising industry. Their ships are destinations within themselves! Possibilities aboard a Royal Caribbean cruise ship include Broadway-style shows, casinos that will make you think you're in Las Vegas, a variety of dining venues, great programs for children, as well as (depending on the ship), innovations like surfing simulators, sky-diving simulators, rock-climbing walls, ice-skating rinks, and much more.

Things to do near Galveston, TX

These are just a few of the more popular tourist attractions in Galveston, along with a brief description:

♦ Moody Gardens

This theme park is a great place to spend time before or after your cruise from Galveston. Within Moody Gardens is the Aquarium Pyramid (featuring a variety of exhibits, including one with penguins), the 10-story Rainforest Pyramid (containing over 1,000 species of exotic plants from the rainforests of Africa, Asia and the Americas) , a golf course (called Moody Gardens Golf), 4D theater, IMAX 3D theater, and even a hotel (appropriately named Moody Gardens Hotel).

♦ Bishop’s Palace

One of the grandest and best-known buildings in Galveston is Bishop's Palace. This Victorian castle, (built from 1886 to 1892), was named one of America's 100 most important buildings by the American Institute of Architects. This palace features luxurious furnishings, rare woods, amazing fireplaces and much more. Guided tours of the palace take place hourly. Admission is $14 for adults, and $9 for students (ages 6-18). Children 5 and under are free. Hours of operation are Sunday through Friday, 10 am to 5 pm, and Saturday, 10 am to 6 pm. Hours of operation (may be seasonal) and admission costs are subject to change, so please verify them with Bishop's Palace prior to your visit.

♦ Galveston Island State Park

This huge park is filled with many things to do, making it a great place to check out before and/or after cruise. Within this park, you will discover a beach and campgrounds, as well as birding walks (which is a popular thing to do there). Galveston Island State Park was devastated by Hurricane Ike, but since 2009, it has been undergoing a revitalization process to bring it back to greatness. The park is open daily and has a $5 per person entrance fee for guests who are 13-year-olds and older (children 12 and younger are free). Operating times and entrance fees are subject to change, so please verify them with the park directly prior to your vacation.

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