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Galveston, TX Overview

More than 30 miles of beaches plus a wealth of cultural and historic institutions make this island a Gulf of Mexico vacation hot spot. If you go, don't forget your walking shoes: With 14 museums and 20 art galleries, plus several historic homes and mansions, there's a lot of ground to cover. Armchair pilots will love the Lone Star Flight Museum and those with more of a nautical interest can check out the Texas Seaport Museum. Families will enjoy the many child-friendly attractions, including... more » More than 30 miles of beaches plus a wealth of cultural and historic institutions make this island a Gulf of Mexico vacation hot spot. If you go, don't forget your walking shoes: With 14 museums and 20 art galleries, plus several historic homes and mansions, there's a lot of ground to cover. Armchair pilots will love the Lone Star Flight Museum and those with more of a nautical interest can check out the Texas Seaport Museum. Families will enjoy the many child-friendly attractions, including Moody Gardens, with its replica of a tropical rain forest. It's easy to get caught up in all the activities, but don't forget to spend some downtime in the sun and on the beach. « less
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Baymont Inn & Suites Galveston

5 of 5 stars
Lumberton, Texas
Jul 3, 2008

My husband and I have been working a lot of hours so we decided to get away for a few days and I read all the reviews for hotels under $150.00 a night and we decided all this hotel. We got the Jacuzzi...more

Miller's Landing

Jul 2, 2008

This was by far the WORST dining experience I've suffered. Insult to injury, I grew up around La Marque/Texas City so I can honestly say I'm proud of most of the Island's establishments-- but this...more

The Tremont House - A Wyndham Historic Hotel

5 of 5 stars
Kansas City
Jul 2, 2008

I booked this room thru hot wire then got scared because i started reading some of the reviews. Because Hot wire has sent me to places before that were to be 4 star and ended up being dumps when i got...more

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