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A Quick Trip through Houston and Galveston Island, Texas

June 17, 2020March 20, 2022Posted in Home, North America, Texas, US City GuidesTagged airport, art deco, backpacking, beach vacation, best things to do in, black lives matter, budget travel, city tour, ferry boats, galveston, graffiti, historical homes, houston, island time, museums, nature lover, Stewart Beach, street art, The Poop Deck, walking tourLeave a comment

Last week we visited Galveston Island for a couple of days, followed by a weekend in Houston. Whether you’re there for a week or just a few days, both cities have lots of fun and off-the-beaten-path things to do that won’t break your budget! Whether you’re a NASA fan or love lying on the beach, this area has you covered.

Galveston Island

The Beach

Of course most people come to Galveston Island to have fun on the beach, and the good news is that most of Galveston’s beaches are free! Of the 32 miles of soft, sandy beaches, only Stewart Beach and East Beach charge a Continue reading “A Quick Trip through Houston and Galveston Island, Texas” →