Sara’s Galveston Guidebook

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Sara’s Galveston Guidebook

Sightseeing

If you love roller coasters and games then this is the place. You can spend all day here. Best to pay for parking across the street.
662 lokalaca preporučuje
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
2501 Seawall Blvd
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If you love roller coasters and games then this is the place. You can spend all day here. Best to pay for parking across the street.
Галвестон Хисторични пристаниште - Дом 1877 Талл Шип ЕЛИССА
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Муди вртења
1 Hope Blvd
620 lokalaca preporučuje
Железнички музеј у Галвестону
2602 Santa Fe Pl
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The Strand
13 lokalaca preporučuje
Public Beach
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Галвестон плажа
6285 Seawall Blvd
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Public Beach
Built the same year as the Happy House. This grand palace has been restored and is maintained by the Galveston Historical Foundation. It is only a 7 minute walk from the house. Go to their website to check on your tickets for self guided tours or on Saturday they have a guided tour.
228 lokalaca preporučuje
Епископска палата
1402 Broadway Avenue J
228 lokalaca preporučuje
Built the same year as the Happy House. This grand palace has been restored and is maintained by the Galveston Historical Foundation. It is only a 7 minute walk from the house. Go to their website to check on your tickets for self guided tours or on Saturday they have a guided tour.
Currently they are requiring 😷 ace mask. P Restored to its turn of the century splendor, this 28,000 square-foot, four-story Galveston historic home was completed in 1895. The home has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places by the U.S. Department of the Interior since 1994 and a Recorded Texas Historical Landmark since 1967. Please check thei website for more details about the Moody family and this amazing home.
180 lokalaca preporučuje
Кућа Муди
2618 Broadway Avenue J
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Currently they are requiring 😷 ace mask. P Restored to its turn of the century splendor, this 28,000 square-foot, four-story Galveston historic home was completed in 1895. The home has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places by the U.S. Department of the Interior since 1994 and a Recorded Texas Historical Landmark since 1967. Please check thei website for more details about the Moody family and this amazing home.
If you love a good scare then you will love this ghost tour. They have several your options. So check out their website.
31 lokalaca preporučuje
Galveston Ghost Tour
519 25th St
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If you love a good scare then you will love this ghost tour. They have several your options. So check out their website.

Food scene

5 minute walk from home, Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner, excellent GF and VEGAN options.
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Mosquito Cafe
628 14th St
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5 minute walk from home, Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner, excellent GF and VEGAN options.
Must see for their taffy pulling show. Delicious handmade candies and the best milk shakes and banana splits.
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La King's Confectionery
2323 Strand St
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Must see for their taffy pulling show. Delicious handmade candies and the best milk shakes and banana splits.
Breakfast & Brunch We love their Huevos Ranhceros and their Berries -N-Cream cinnamon French Toast
129 lokalaca preporučuje
Shykatz Cafe & Bakery
1528 Avenue L
129 lokalaca preporučuje
Breakfast & Brunch We love their Huevos Ranhceros and their Berries -N-Cream cinnamon French Toast
The ambiance is excellent and the cocktails are delicious.
67 lokalaca preporučuje
Hearsay on the Strand
2410 Strand St
67 lokalaca preporučuje
The ambiance is excellent and the cocktails are delicious.
CLOSED on MONDAY. Coolest restraurant and live enertainment. Most decor has come from customers. Great sandwiches, tacos, huge burgers and pizzas.
124 lokalaca preporučuje
Gypsy Joynt
6105 Market St
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CLOSED on MONDAY. Coolest restraurant and live enertainment. Most decor has come from customers. Great sandwiches, tacos, huge burgers and pizzas.
Fresh seafood and fun environment. On Seawall Blvd.
37 lokalaca preporučuje
Huli Huli Hut
312 19th St
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Fresh seafood and fun environment. On Seawall Blvd.
Try the Fish Wings and fish tacos.
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Katie's Seafood Market
1902 Wharf Rd
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Try the Fish Wings and fish tacos.
102 lokalaca preporučuje
Yaga's Cafe
2314 Strand St
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This coffee shop is easy to walk to from the house and f the weather is nice sit outside under the pergola.
139 lokalaca preporučuje
MOD Coffeehouse
2126 Postoffice St
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This coffee shop is easy to walk to from the house and f the weather is nice sit outside under the pergola.
Great breakfast and lunch spot that you can walk to from the house.
271 lokalaca preporučuje
The Sunflower Bakery & Cafe
512 14th St
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Great breakfast and lunch spot that you can walk to from the house.
Step back in time in Texas’ oldest Drug Store. Definitely a good stop for your favorite milkshake. Open for breakfast/lunch and weekend brunch. They have fun nostalgic gifts as well.
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Star Drug Store
510 23rd St
48 lokalaca preporučuje
Step back in time in Texas’ oldest Drug Store. Definitely a good stop for your favorite milkshake. Open for breakfast/lunch and weekend brunch. They have fun nostalgic gifts as well.
Great place for Vegan/Vegetarian/GF dietary restrictions but they also have great dishes for the carnivores.
33 lokalaca preporučuje
Eatcetera
408 25th St
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Great place for Vegan/Vegetarian/GF dietary restrictions but they also have great dishes for the carnivores.
I recommend getting reservations this is a more upscale dining experience for the island so leave the flip flops at home. This is a staple of the island. Opening in 1911. I love their ambiance and everything on the menu. Nice spot for a romantic dinner but also good for groups. If you love shell fish and want to splurge then get the shellfish tower (market price).
183 lokalaca preporučuje
Gaidos Seafood Restaurant
3828 Seawall Boulevard
183 lokalaca preporučuje
I recommend getting reservations this is a more upscale dining experience for the island so leave the flip flops at home. This is a staple of the island. Opening in 1911. I love their ambiance and everything on the menu. Nice spot for a romantic dinner but also good for groups. If you love shell fish and want to splurge then get the shellfish tower (market price).
43 lokalaca preporučuje
Shark Shack Beach Bar & Grill
2402 Strand St
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Close walk from the house. Casual atmosphere and they have crawfish.
37 lokalaca preporučuje
Huli Huli Hut
312 19th St
37 lokalaca preporučuje
Close walk from the house. Casual atmosphere and they have crawfish.
This is a food truck. The freshest and crispiest fried shrimp. About $20 for shrimp and fries but it’s enough to split. Get extra tartar sauce. Outdoor picnic tables. NO bathroom.
20 lokalaca preporučuje
Darlene's Shrimp Shack
1727 61st St
20 lokalaca preporučuje
This is a food truck. The freshest and crispiest fried shrimp. About $20 for shrimp and fries but it’s enough to split. Get extra tartar sauce. Outdoor picnic tables. NO bathroom.
You won’t be disappointed with this place. Everything including the staff and ambiance is wonderful. I highly recommend the chocolate martini.
Sugar & Rye
You won’t be disappointed with this place. Everything including the staff and ambiance is wonderful. I highly recommend the chocolate martini.
Get the bagels or get a burger. I promise you will love everything they make.
Galveston Bagel Company
Get the bagels or get a burger. I promise you will love everything they make.

Bars and Nightlife

Rooftop Bar Galveston You'll feel like royalty surveying your kingdom as you drink and socialize on our Rooftop Bar. Features comfortable sectional seating areas and bar-high tables. Galveston's only rooftop bar boasts a captivating view of downtown and the harbor. Enjoy an array of wine selections, signature cocktails, craft beers, single malt scotch, and more.
82 lokalaca preporučuje
The Tremont House
2300 Ship Mechanic Row St
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They do have bar food and it’s only a 9 minute walk from the house. The bartender has been there for 30 years. Very relaxed atmosphere.
18 lokalaca preporučuje
O'Malleys Stage Door
2022 Postoffice St
18 lokalaca preporučuje
They do have bar food and it’s only a 9 minute walk from the house. The bartender has been there for 30 years. Very relaxed atmosphere.
Located in the West Market District this fun place has crafted cocktails with fresh juices. 🍹Definitely a fun stop in day or night.
59 lokalaca preporučuje
Daiquiri Time Out
2701 Market St
59 lokalaca preporučuje
Located in the West Market District this fun place has crafted cocktails with fresh juices. 🍹Definitely a fun stop in day or night.
Located on The Strand this is a new place that offers a lot. Great for groups or date night fun. There are great cocktails, ace throwing , and an arcade.
Axecade
2217 The Strand
Located on The Strand this is a new place that offers a lot. Great for groups or date night fun. There are great cocktails, ace throwing , and an arcade.

Neighborhoods

East End Historic District
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Galveston
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East End Historic District
8 lokalaca preporučuje
1880 Garten Verein
2704 Avenue O
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Fishing and Fun

Located on Galveston's Pelican Island, Seawolf Park boasts one of the island's most popular fishing piers and picnic sites. The park also features a playground for the kids and plenty of tourist attractions, including the WWII submarine, the USS Cavalla, and one of only three destroyer escorts, the USS Stewart. The remains of the WWI tanker S.S. Selma, the largest concrete ship constructed, can be seen northwest of Seawolf Park's fishing pier. Parking (One Time Entry Per Vehicle with Paid Entry): $6 per car
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Seawolf Park
100 Seawolf Park Boulevard
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If you love to skate then plan on packing your board. Named after the youngest professional skateboarder Johnny Romano.
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Johnny Romano Skatepark
2249 27th St
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If you love to skate then plan on packing your board. Named after the youngest professional skateboarder Johnny Romano.
Check their website for seasonal hours and they have a live camera to check current conditions. There is an admission fee. Best part is that they have guided fishing. I’m not a very skilled fisherman but I always have fun doing it. You have to book in advance but definitely worth it to get the locals help and guidance.
33 lokalaca preporučuje
Galveston Fishing Pier
9001 Seawall Blvd
33 lokalaca preporučuje
Check their website for seasonal hours and they have a live camera to check current conditions. There is an admission fee. Best part is that they have guided fishing. I’m not a very skilled fisherman but I always have fun doing it. You have to book in advance but definitely worth it to get the locals help and guidance.

Golf Cart Rental

17 lokalaca preporučuje
Carriage Haus Rentals
2127 Broadway Avenue J
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Galveston Golf carts
1919 Strand St
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Beach Fun

Yes, you can surf 🏄‍♂️ in Galveston. Definitely get some lessons at Good Vibes Surf Lessons.
Good Vibes Surf Lessons
6301 Seawall Blvd
Yes, you can surf 🏄‍♂️ in Galveston. Definitely get some lessons at Good Vibes Surf Lessons.
Clean beach with a $15 charge for entrance, Lifeguard on duty *Showers and changing rooms available *Playground available
66 lokalaca preporučuje
East Beach
Seawall Blvd
66 lokalaca preporučuje
Clean beach with a $15 charge for entrance, Lifeguard on duty *Showers and changing rooms available *Playground available
22 minute walk so if you have a lot of gear you may want to drive. There is an admission fee of $12 during the week and $15 Friday, Saturday, Sunday and holidays. Located where historic Broadway Avenue meets the Seawall, Stewart Beach offers plenty of amenities for a day at the beach as well as regular supervision of highly trained lifeguards. The park is home to a pavilion, concessions, restrooms, showers, chair and umbrella rentals, beach volleyball courts, children’s playground and more. Alcohol is not permitted at Stewart Beach.
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Stewart Beach
401 Seawall Blvd
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22 minute walk so if you have a lot of gear you may want to drive. There is an admission fee of $12 during the week and $15 Friday, Saturday, Sunday and holidays. Located where historic Broadway Avenue meets the Seawall, Stewart Beach offers plenty of amenities for a day at the beach as well as regular supervision of highly trained lifeguards. The park is home to a pavilion, concessions, restrooms, showers, chair and umbrella rentals, beach volleyball courts, children’s playground and more. Alcohol is not permitted at Stewart Beach.
They set you up right on the beach. Located at 39th and Seawall across from Gaido’s restaurant.
Beach Service, LLC Jet Ski Rentals Galveston TX
3900 Seawall Boulevard
They set you up right on the beach. Located at 39th and Seawall across from Gaido’s restaurant.
Located at the end of 16th St. this is a great beach that tends to be a little less crowded then Stewart and near the Pleasure Pier.
22 lokalaca preporučuje
Porretto Beach
Seawall Boulevard
22 lokalaca preporučuje
Located at the end of 16th St. this is a great beach that tends to be a little less crowded then Stewart and near the Pleasure Pier.
Awesome surf shop with great rental prices and all the gear you could want to look the part even if you don’t surf.
Southern Spears Surf Shop
6026 Seawall Blvd
Awesome surf shop with great rental prices and all the gear you could want to look the part even if you don’t surf.