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Galveston (/ ˈ ɡ æ l v ɪ s t ən / GAL-vis-tən) is a coastal resort city and port off the Southeast Texas coast on Galveston Island and Pelican Island in the U.S. state of Texas.The community of 211.31 square miles (547.3 km 2), with a population of 53,695 at the 2020 census, is the county seat of surrounding Galveston County and second-largest municipality in the county.
Galveston, Texas is a charming Southern retreat just 50 miles from Houston. It's a destination full of art , historic architecture, chic boutiques , ghost legends and more - all tucked within a quaint Gulf Coast barrier island.
Kayak, Surf, & SUP in Galveston. Enjoy some time on the water in Galveston, Texas with Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP), renting kayaks or canoes, surf lessons and more! Learn More. Island Time. Parks & Nature Preserves in Galveston.
Stay up-to-date with the latest information regarding upcoming events & festivals, plus enjoy exclusive access to deals & tips. , brought to you by Galveston.com & Company since 1994. Galveston.com is the official website of Galveston Island tourism & marketing, offering Galveston, Texas tourism information, events, restaurant & attraction ...
43,498. Sponsored by Visit Galveston. Galveston, Texas. 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.
Galveston (pop. 47,743) Demographics. Population. 48,726 (2010) Pop. density. 342.21/km 2 (886.32/sq mi) Galveston Island ( / ˈɡælvɪstən / GAL-vis-tən) is a barrier island on the Texas Gulf Coast in the United States, about 50 miles (80.5 km) southeast of Houston. The entire island, with the exception of Jamaica Beach, is within the city ...
9. Galveston's 61st Street Fishing Pier. 473. Points of Interest & Landmarks. Seaside fishing pier with panoramic ocean views, provides a serene ambiance for angling and wildlife watching, including dolphins. Features coastal breezes, space for coolers and chairs. See way to experience (1) 10. The Bryan Museum.
