Fishing Charters in Galveston

Fishing charters put you on the water with a licensed captain, a rigged boat and local knowledge of where the fish are running. The market splits by trip length and water: an inshore or half-day trip commonly runs about $400-600 for the boat, while an offshore or full-day deep-sea trip lands closer to $1,000-2,000. Most captains price by the boat rather than per person, so a group of four splits the cost, and many include rods, reels, bait and tackle - always ask what is covered and what you bring. Rates vary by port, season and target species, so compare a couple of operators and confirm trip details, pricing and availability directly with the operator before you book.

Below are 19 fishing charters listings in Galveston, TX, ranked by Google review volume so you can start with the most established options and contact them directly. The most-reviewed is Katie's Seafood Market (4.5★, 2,606 Google reviews).

See our full guide to fishing in Galveston for neighborhoods, local pricing and how to choose.