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Galveston-Port Bolivar Ferry

502 Ferry Road, Galveston, Galveston Island, TX
(361) 749-2850
Ranked #1 of 41 attractions in Galveston
4.5 of 5 stars 106 Reviews
Type: Ferries/ Boats
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Bretmcbunch
Contributor
18 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 21, 2012 NEW

Exciting way to leave Crystal Beach and head to the island! We take it for granted because we grew up here but always a unique experience for visitors to the island. More

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jsgelardi
Houston
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7 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 20, 2012 NEW
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It's free! Beautiful scenery with dolphins following the ferry. You can just ride over on the ferry or take your car and check out the Bolivar peninsula More

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Kristen B
Galveston, Texas
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 19, 2012 NEW
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I have taken the ferry three times and every time it has been an enjoyable trip. During the summer the line can take up to an hour (or more from what I've heard) but during the winter it is a very short wait (if any). The ferry is free as it is part of the highway system. It is also... More

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marcy46
sarasota, florida
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19 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 19, 2012 NEW

ride the ferry into or out of Galvston--cross the waters and smell the salt air, watch the seagulls, ships , clouds and shadows--jsut for fun ! More

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bubbles0212
Sherman, Texas
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16 reviews
6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 18, 2012 NEW

Went on the ferry 4 times! You gotta do it when you come to Galveston!! We took our car with us on the ferry and went to crystal beach. Also saw the Port Bolivar Lighthouse!! Definetly will ride the ferry again!! And it's FREE. More

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DOTTIEmae5
SOUTH CENTRAL USA
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17 reviews
2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 16, 2012 NEW

Not much on the opposite side of Galveston, but if you want away from crowds, this will get you there. There are restrooms & elevators on the ferry so it is handicapped accessable, although the restrooms arent immaculate. And, if you are going east, sounds like a nice diversion for riding so long in a vehicle. Free, so who can... More

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Clara R
Houston, Texas, United States
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8 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 16, 2012 NEW

The Ferry. Once was the only way to get to The Island More

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dubxxjay
Azle, Texas
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27 reviews
2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 15, 2012
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My kid and I paid to go on the tour, it was nice. But you can take this ferry and see them for free! Plus you can take your car to the other side of bay for more secluded beaches. less traffic and we found some great shells! More

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pilotmom90
Bloomington, IL
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16 reviews
4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 12, 2012
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person found this review helpful

Love to take this ferry. It's free and fun. Really nothing much to see on the other side, but if you have time you should definitely go on the ferry. More

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Daryl'sadork
Waverly, Iowa
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66 reviews
8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 8, 2012

FREE You can see dolphins all the way over and can ride all day if you can't find anything else to do in Galveston. You can ride on top and see all the ships coming in and leaving and dolphins, dolphins, dolphins! More

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