Pre-cruise Planning

Start your Cruise with a stay in League City

Just 22 miles from the Galveston cruise terminals, League City is the perfect place to start your adventure. Relax in comfortable, budget-friendly hotels, enjoy free parking, and take in the charm of our local attractions before you set sail. Kick off your cruise vacation in League City—where savings, convenience, and coastal fun meet.

The Perfect Stop Before You Set Sail

Save on hotels

Looking for budget-friendly hotels to stay in the night before your oceanic adventure? Three local hotels offer easy access to the Gulf Freeway and I-45. Spend a night in the Candlewood Suites, the Fairfield Inn & Suites, or the Hampton Inn & Suites and save with affordable hotel room rates and great amenities.

Additionally, you can rest easy knowing that your cars are in good care since each League City hotel offers free, secure cruise parking while you’re on the high seas.

go sightseeing

Start your vacation early with fun local experiences just minutes from your hotel. Stop by the Visitor Center & Soulfreak Café in League Park, where you can pick up travel tips and sip a locally roasted coffee before heading out to explore. Discover charming boutiques, delightful restaurants, and outdoor adventures throughout the historic downtown district. Step back in time at the Historical Society’s West Bay Common School Children’s Museum, the One Room Schoolhouse offers a glimpse into a 1890s classroom, then visit the Barn Museum to browse fascinating artifacts that tell the story of League City’s past. End your day at Helen’s Garden—a local favorite for photo ops and peaceful strolls beneath century-old live oak trees.

tour the food scene

Before you go, hit the town with League City’s extensive food scene. Venture down League City Main Street and try local favorites Main Street Bistro, Esteban’s Café y Cantina, and Red River Barbecue, or eat a hearty breakfast with enormous pancakes at Red Oak Café before you depart to Galveston for your well-deserved cruise vacation.

do some coastal shopping

Dozens of boutiques and specialty shops are sprinkled throughout League City, giving locals and travelers easy access to unique treasures, locally crafted jewelry, gourmet food, and high-end clothing. Visit the Shoppes at Founder’s Square, historic homes turned specialty shops, or stop by boutiques like the Salted Hippie, Strawberry Hill Upcycling Boutique, or the Clotheshorse Boutique.

Top Nearby Attractions

Stay close to the cruise ports and even closer to the fun — explore top attractions near League City, including Space Center Houston, Kemah Boardwalk, and more.

Explore Space Center Houston

Discover the wonder of space exploration at Space Center Houston, the official visitor center of NASA Johnson Space Center. Just a quick trip from League City, this world-class museum brings the science, innovation, and human spirit of spaceflight to life.

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Sip coffee at the Visitor Center

Discover the treasures of League City’s Historic District at the Visitor Center while indulging in a treat from the Soulfreak Railroad Cafe.

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Enjoy the Kemah Boardwalk

Just minutes from League City, Kemah Boardwalk is the perfect spot to kick off your cruise vacation. Enjoy waterfront dining, amusement rides, and lively entertainment along Galveston Bay. Stay in League City and make your pre-cruise getaway unforgettable!

Explore Kemah Boardwalk

Discover More Local Attractions

From waterfront adventures and historic landmarks to family-friendly museums and scenic parks, League City puts you close to it all. Whether you’re here before your cruise or planning a weekend getaway, there’s always something new to explore nearby.

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