Tourism statisticsCity2026
Galveston Tourism Statistics: 8.9M Visitors in 2024
Galveston, in Texas, United States, recorded 8,930,000 visitors in 2024, Visit Galveston reports. AirROI estimates 97,249 Airbnb stays in Galveston in the 12 months to October 2026. The busiest month was June, and the quietest was January.
Airbnb figures are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026. Read the method
- Estimated Airbnb nights
- 346,531
- Typical Airbnb stay
- 3.6 nights
- Busiest Airbnb month
- June
- From within the United States, among guests who left a review
- 96.9%
Key facts
Galveston Tourism Facts
Each sentence names its place, period and source, so it can be quoted alone.
Official
- Visit Galveston puts Galveston at 8,930,000 visitors in 2024.
Airbnb stays
- AirROI puts Airbnb stays in Galveston at 97,249 in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Galveston added up to 346,531 nights in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates a typical Airbnb stay in Galveston lasted 3.6 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 46 days ahead.
Busiest months
- AirROI ranks June the busiest Airbnb month in Galveston in the 12 months to October 2026, followed by July and May, with January the quietest.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb in Galveston had no single high season in the 12 months to October 2026: the three busiest months were June, July and May.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Galveston in November were booked furthest ahead, about 71 days, against 35 days for March, in the 12 months to October 2026.
Guests
- AirROI estimates 96.9% of Galveston Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026 were from within the United States.
- Among Galveston Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, Houston was the top origin city at 15%, ahead of Austin at 4.5%, AirROI estimates.
By place
- AirROI ranks Galveston 5th for Airbnb stays among the 128 towns it lists in Texas in the 12 months to October 2026.
Official numbers
How Many Tourists Visit Galveston?
Visit Galveston counted 8,930,000 visitors in 2024.
| Figure | What it counts | Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8,930,000Visitors | Total visitors to Galveston Island | 2024 | Visit Galveston |
Airbnb stays
Airbnb Stays in Galveston
Galveston had 3,902 Airbnb homes in the 12 months to October 2026. They took an estimated 97,249 stays and 346,531 nights. A typical stay lasted 3.6 nights and was booked about 46 days ahead, shorter than the worldwide stay of 5.2 nights.
- Airbnb homes
- 3,902
- Airbnb stays, estimate
- 97,249
- Airbnb nights, estimate
- 346,531
- Typical stay
- 3.6 nights
- Booked ahead
- 46 days
Busiest months
When Is the Busiest Time in Galveston?
On Airbnb, June was the busiest month in Galveston in the 12 months to October 2026, then July and May. January was the quietest. The busiest months do not sit together, so there is no single high season.
June ranks first, January last
Airbnb months in calendar order, 12 months to October 2026. The number is the month's rank, and 1 is the busiest. The bar shows its part of Airbnb nights.
- Three busiest months
- Other months
From busiest to quietest: June, July, May, March, August, September, October, April, December, November, February, January.
Month by month: rank, typical stay and days booked ahead
| Month | Share of nights | Booked ahead |
|---|---|---|
| June | 12.3% | 50 days |
| July | 12.2% | 53 days |
| May | 9.5% | 44 days |
| March | 9.1% | 35 days |
| August | 8.9% | 37 days |
| September | 7.7% | 37 days |
| October | 7.6% | 41 days |
| April | 7.5% | 40 days |
| December | 6.7% | 46 days |
| November | 6.5% | 71 days |
| February | 6.2% | 42 days |
| January | 5.8% | 40 days |
Share is each month's part of the year's Airbnb nights. Typical stay and days booked ahead are AirROI estimates for stays in each month.
Where guests come from
Where Do Galveston Airbnb Guests Come From?
Nearly all Galveston Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026 were from within the United States (96.9%), AirROI estimates. Among the same guests, Houston was the top origin city at 15%, ahead of Austin at 4.5%. The figures rest on 277,150 reviews, written over many years.
96.9% from within the United States
Among guests who left a review, as of October 2026
- From within the United States 96.9%
- From abroad 3.1%
Top origin cities
Among guests who left a review
FAQ
Questions About Tourism in Galveston
How many tourists visit Galveston?
Galveston had 8,930,000 visitors in 2024, according to Visit Galveston. AirROI estimates 97,249 Airbnb stays in Galveston in the 12 months to October 2026, which is a separate count of bookings.
When is the busiest time in Galveston?
The busiest Airbnb month in Galveston in the 12 months to October 2026 was June, then July and May.
What is the quietest month in Galveston?
January was the quietest Airbnb month in Galveston in the 12 months to October 2026, ranking 12th of 12, and February ranked 11th. Stays in January were booked about 40 days ahead, against 71 days for November.
How long is a typical Airbnb stay in Galveston?
A typical Airbnb stay in Galveston lasted 3.6 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 46 days ahead. That is shorter than the worldwide 5.2 nights. By month, stays ran from 2.8 nights in September to 4.2 nights in January.
Where do Airbnb guests in Galveston come from?
Of Galveston Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, 96.9% were from within the United States, AirROI estimates. Among the same guests, the top origin city was Houston at 15%, ahead of Austin at 4.5%.
Are Airbnb stays the same as tourists?
No. Visit Galveston counts visitors (8,930,000 in 2024). An Airbnb stay is one booking on one platform, however many guests it holds. AirROI's 97,249 stays are estimates for the 12 months to October 2026.
Method
How These Numbers Are Made
Official figures come from their publishers, linked above, and were last checked in November 2026. Stays and nights are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026, built from Airbnb listing data, and cover Airbnb only. Nights are stays times the typical stay: 97,249 stays at 3.56 nights. Month ranks compare each month's part of Airbnb nights. Origin rests on 277,150 reviews and describes guests who left a review, not everyone who stayed. Read the method page.