lveston Island, Texas offers
sunbathing on the beach, swimming in the surf, fishing, fishinguides, boat tours, and
fishing tours. Galveston also offers shopping, sight seeing, tourist attractions, seafood
restaurants, historic buildings, surfing and more. Swim in
the gulf of Mexico at Galveston.
Galveston is one of Texas' most popular
tourist places to visit. Galveston is on an island that is 32 miles long on the
upper coast of Texas on the Gulf of Mexico. If you are looking for the perfect place
to spend a weekend, a vacation or longer, Galveston Island has a lot to offer in the way
of beach activity.
An ideal resort location, Galveston
offers miles and miles of beaches, great lodging, wonderful seafood restaurants, shopping,
and a semi-tropical climate. Located only 50 miles southeast of Houston, Galveston
is an easy getaway for a day or a weekend.
| Go to the Beach You will find miles and miles of wide, spacious beaches with surfs
ideal for swimming and wading.
Rental umbrellas and chairs are available. |
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| Enjoy the Sea Breezes Sunbathing, feeding the birds, wading in the
surf, relaxing under the shade of an umbrella are great ways to spend the day.
The breeze off of the gulf feels great as you are
getting your tan. |
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Shoppers will find gift and souvenir
shops, clothing stores, and more.
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Tour the Area on a Bike Bicycles are available for rent for those who want to leisurely tour
the area. The four wheel bikes seem to be very popular. Some of them seat up
to four people. |
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Observe Nature Nature lovers will find plenty to observe with the seagulls,
pelicans, cranes and other sea birds.
The seagulls are always ready for
that next handout they can beg from the visitors to the beach. |
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Want some great seafood?
You will find plenty of nice restaurants in Galveston. Some have waterfront
locations which offer great views of soaring birds and of the surfers and swimmers in the
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Driving or walking around Galveston you will see many
historic homes. You will also find several museums and other
attractions. The East End Historic District has been
designated a historic district and has several restored historic homes. Bring your
camera. You will have plenty of photo opportunities.
Want to spend a few days
or longer in Galveston?
Thinking of taking a cruise....spend a
few days in Galveston before or after the cruise in one of these vacation homes below.
You may just enjoy Galveston as much as you do the cruise.
| Stay in a Vacation House in
Galveston.... |
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Galveston Vacation Houses
Vacation homes only about 250 yards from the beach with a view of the gulf from the
spacious decks and from inside the homes. One of the homes is handicapped
equipped. Rent one house separately or rent more homes for larger groups.. |
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Galveston
Victorian House
This beautiful, historic home was built in 1871 and has been comfortably appointed with
period pieces to make your stay feel both timeless and memorable. It is within
walking distance to many tourist attractions and only a short drive to the beach and more
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Things to do in Galveston:
- Miles of beach offer perfect swimming
and sunbathing
- Take a boating tour or cruise
- Take Surfing Lessons at South Coast
Surf and Fitness - Click
Here
- Nature watching and photography
- Fishing from the piers, the beach or a
fishing charter boat
- Shopping at the local tourist stores
- Dining at the seafood restaurants
- Touring the area on a rented bike
- Strolling along the beach and out on
the piers
- Visit historic homes and museums
- Take a carriage ride through Galveston
Tourist Attractions in the
Area:
Scenic
Cruises and Boat Tours
Galveston Party Boats
The
Colonel Paddlewheeler
GalvestonCruises.com
Offering Carnival and Royal Caribbean Cruises from Galveston Island
Galveston Charter
Boats
Scholes International Airport
409-740-2628
Galveston Duck
Tours
21st and Seawall
409-621-4771
Galveston Harbour
Tours
Pier 22 at Harborside Dr.
409-765-1700
Galveston Island
Ferry
End of Ferry Road on Hwy. 87
409-763-2386
Rain Check
Charters
Galveston Yacht Basin Slip D-11
409-789-6089 or 409-765-6990
Fishing, Fishing Tours,
and Fishing Guides:
61st
Street Fishing Pier
Easy Going Charters
Galveston Bay Fishing
Aqua
Safari Charters
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