History buffs will love the historic sites found throughout Galveston. Vacation rentals can be found near fascinating locations like 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA at the Texas Seaport Museum, a 19th-century ship and maritime museum with exhibits on commerce, and the Galveston Railroad Museum, a historic locomotive with artifacts, model trains, and train rides. You'll also enjoy Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig and Museum, a retired rig with several floors of models and interactive displays.
A big draw to the resort is the Galveston Island Historical Pleasure Pier. Originally built in the 1940s, folk come to ride the Iron Shark, a 100-feet tall rollercoaster, and the famous Texas Star Flyer, a giant swing which flies 230 feet over the sea. Another popular hotspot is Moody Gardens, which features an aquarium, a rainforest with monkeys and sloths, and even a man-made white sandy beach and lagoon. Next door is the Schlitterbahn Water Park, for even more dizzying rides and slides.
Galveston is the main beach resort on the Texan coast, so you can expect all the treats and trimmings of a proper seaside resort. Grab a board and go surfing, build giant sandcastles on the beach, or just spin until you're sick on the delights of the Pleasure Pier. Up early? Then head to East Beach, the local's favorite, and watch the sun rise over the Gulf of Mexico. After a busy day, wander down to Seawall Boulevard and enjoy some liquid refreshment in the many buzzy bars and restaurants.
Like much of Texas, things start to get a little steamy in the summer months and temperatures often top the 95 degree mark. It's also peak hurricane season. Spring or late fall are usually the best times to visit, and there's often a wider choice of Galveston vacation rentals when the sun is still shining and temperatures are in the mid-70s. It's also the annual spring bird migration, which is quite a sight! Visit in winter and you'll still see some sunshine, but it's much cooler in the evenings, so pack a jacket.
Situated 50 miles south of Houston, Galveston is a barrier island and beach resort on the Gulf Coast of Texas. Perched on the western fringes of the island, the Galveston Island State Park is a magnet for nature enthusiasts. There are various popular spots for fishing and kayaking, as well as a number of easy to moderate hiking trails. It's divided into coast prairie, beach, and wetlands. The beach area is lined with sand dunes and is great to spotting migrating birds, especially in the spring. You many even spot an armadillo, or a marsh rabbit hidden in the wilds.
Fly into Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field), the closest airport, located 30.7 mi (49.4 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you can also fly into Houston, TX (HOU-William P. Hobby), which is 37.8 mi (60.8 km) away.
Galveston has an array of romantic attractions to enjoy on a couple’s retreat. Vacation rentals can be found near places like Bishop’s Palace, a historic mansion with stained-glass windows, ornate wood carvings, and period furnishings, and Galveston Island State Park, a vast park with campsites, hiking trails, and bird-watching spots. You'll also enjoy the Strand Historic District, a historic area with Victorian-era buildings and unique shops.
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