I recently had the pleasure of visiting Galveston, Texas. I was delighted to discover a city that is steeped in history. With its Victorian-era heritage and iconic Grand 1894 Opera House, it felt like stepping back in time. I was also thrilled to find out there were some of the most beautiful beaches in Texas … Read more
I recently visited Bermuda Beach on the west end of Galveston Island. It is a beautiful beach with white sand and crystal clear water. I was amazed at the abundance of seashells and sand dollars that lined the shore. It was like a treasure hunt and I couldn’t resist picking up a few to take … Read more
I had the pleasure of visiting Jamaica Beach on Galveston Island recently, and it was an absolutely wonderful experience. It was quite easy to get to from public access point 17 and it was located on the west end of the island in a quieter area than the seawall, which was nice. The beach itself … Read more
Seawall Beach is the most centrally located beach on Galveston Island and is the longest continuous sidewalk in the country, running for 10 miles. Seawall Boulevard above the beach runs from 39th Street to 53rd Street and is popular with joggers and beachgoers alike. Along the sidewalk, you can find plenty of picnic benches, statues, … Read more
Crystal Beach, located on the Bolivar Peninsula, is the perfect destination for a day or weekend getaway. It is easily accessible thanks to the free Bolivar Ferry which will take you directly to the beach. Once you arrive you can enjoy the relaxation of the long stretch of sand and can even bring your car, … Read more
Stewart Beach is a popular, family–friendly beach located in Galveston, Texas. It provides the perfect atmosphere for a day of fun in the sun. For those looking for a little more comfort, cabanas and beach umbrellas are available for rent for the day. There is plenty of space for a variety of beach activities such … Read more
Galveston‘s East Beach is the biggest and most popular beach on the island, located at R.A. Apffel Beach Park on the east end. This beach offers plenty of amenities to visitors, including restaurants, picnic tables, volleyball courts, and an entertainment pavilion. Swimming and simply enjoying the relaxed beach scene are popular activities here, and visitors … Read more
This summer, head to Schlitterbahn Galveston Water Park near Houston on beautiful Galveston Island to cool off and have some fun. This water park has something for everyone, from mild to wild. Thrill seekers will love the high thrill speed slides including Rohr!, MASSIV, and the Screaming Serpents body slide. If you’re looking for something … Read more
The Rosenberg Library, located in Galveston, Texas, is an impressive public library that serves as the oldest continuously operating library in the state. Opened in 1904, it is now a major hub of the Galveston County Library System and is situated at 2310 Sealy Street. Its excellent librarian is also the Galveston County Librarian, and … Read more
Galveston Island Brewing is the premiere local brewery in Galveston, TX. Located on the west end of the island and just a block from the beach, they have a 13–tap tap wall featuring the Official Beer of Galveston, TIKI Wheat, and their number one IPA, Citra Mellow. They also have rotating tap wall with one … Read more