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Attractions for the Entire Family
The Galveston Bay Area is home to some of the best attractions Texas has to offer, including Moody Gardens, Schitterbahn Waterpark, the Kemah Boardwalk, and miles of sun-kissed beaches along the Bolivar Peninsula and Galveston Island.
A Thriving Arts Scene Awaits Your Discovery
From Kemah to Galveston, our thriving arts scene offers both the performing and visual arts. From stage performances to historical films, to art exhibits, there’s a multitude of entertainment and inspiration to experience.
Year-Round Outdoor Fun
The Bay Area’s temperate weather generally allows visitors to enjoy the beautiful outdoors year-round. Galveston County offers wonderful Gulf beaches, boating, golfing, fishing, surfing, kayaking, biking and more.
Galveston Restaurant Week
The tenth annual Galveston Restaurant Week brings Galveston Island’s vibrant food scene to life for four full weeks of delicious dining, February 1–28, 2021.
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Plan Your Stay
Where To Stay
The communities around Galveston Bay and along the Texas Gulf Coast offer a tremendous variety of accommodations for every budget and preference. From luxury hotels and resorts to elegant bed & breakfasts, and from vacation rentals and condos to RV parks, you will find just the place to suit your needs.
Selecting a Hotel? Think Location.
From Kemah to Webster to Texas City to Galveston Island, there are literally thousands of hotel options. One of the biggest differentiating factors is location. Do you want to be on the Seawall to do beach things or do you want to be closer to the Boardwalk for shopping and dining? Here’s some food for thought.
Vacation Rentals
Only in a vacation home can you have those private dinner conversations with loved ones that go long into the night, or more space for those fun, silly moments that bring you closer together.
Eat & Drink
Where to Eat
The chance to consume heaps of fresh seafood is a given around Galveston Bay and on the Texas coast. But the area’s restaurant and beverage scene is also surging with array of new foodie delights, giving visitors plenty of mouthwatering options for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Where to Drink
Whether you’re after a twinkling city skyline or a sweeping vista of Clear Lake, the Galveston Bay Area offers a host of watering holes with plenty of scenery to sip by.
Live Music
Like your music live? Then check out our comprehensive guide to upcoming gigs at venues across the Bay Area.
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