Texas Gulf Coast Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Texas Gulf Coast
Hermann Park featuring a garden and landscape views
Battleship Texas featuring military items
Memorial Park which includes a garden, a memorial and a pond
Hermann Park showing a garden, a monument and a statue or sculpture

Where to stay in Texas Gulf Coast

Discovery Green which includes a high-rise building, a square or plaza and a city

Downtown Houston

4/5(38 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Toyota Center to Daikin Park – discover Downtown Houston, a destination also famous for its sports teams.

Downtown Houston
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Crystal Beach

Travellers come to Crystal Beach for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Crystal Beach and Gilchrist Beach while you're in town.

Crystal Beach
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Cinnamon Shore

While Cinnamon Shore isn't home to many top sights, Mustang Island Beach and Palmilla Beach Golf Club are some notable places to visit nearby.

Cinnamon Shore
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The Galleria

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

Travellers to The Galleria praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by The Galleria and Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park.

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West End

While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like Jamaica Beach and Sea Isle Beach.

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Jamaica Beach

Jamaica Beach is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Jamaica Beach and Galveston Island State Park Beach while you're in town.

Jamaica Beach
Isla Grand Beach Resort

Isla Grand Beach Resort

3.5 out of 5
500 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, TX
The price is AU$182 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$182
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in South Padre Island. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,527 reviews)
You have to go!
"Isla Grand is amazing! Super clean, all of the staff was awesome! This is a beautiful, comfortable, relaxing and fun resort."

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025

Isla Grand Beach Resort
Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston

Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston

3 out of 5
5914 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is AU$102 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
AU$102
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
7/10 Good! (3,371 reviews)
"When we first arrived we were greeted by some of the friendliest & informative frontdesk employees I've EVER met in my life! They were super kind & helpful! Our room was a standard room but our beds were comfier than expected. The breakfast was delicious beyond words! We had loud neighbors but nothing ..."

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025

Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston
Sand Rose Beach Resort

Sand Rose Beach Resort

3 out of 5
7000 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in South Padre Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,137 reviews)
"Everything was good but more parking spaces are needed"

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

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Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District

Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District

4.5 out of 5
5701 Main Street, Houston, TX
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Houston. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,747 reviews)
"Will be going back"

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
Hotel Ylem

Hotel Ylem

3.5 out of 5
8080 S Main St, Houston, TX
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Houston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,243 reviews)
"Add some fruits for breakfast, such as bananas and grapes. Also they need to work on the smell of mold in the hotel room. There’s also a mild smell of mold in the lobby. I believe maybe the smell is coming from the vents. Maybe the vents needs to be inspected and cleaned not too sure where that smell ..."

Reviewed on 17 Aug. 2025

Hotel Ylem
Casa De La Sirena--Beachfront Retreat in Spanish Grant!

Casa De La Sirena--Beachfront Retreat in Spanish Grant!

2 out of 5
Galveston
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Galveston. Enjoy a beach locale, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Moody Gardens and Galveston Island ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (67 reviews)
"Great location to town and a short skip to the beach!"

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

Casa De La Sirena--Beachfront Retreat in Spanish Grant!
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Popular places to visit

George R. Brown Convention Center

George R. Brown Convention Center

During your trip, find out what's happening in George R. Brown Convention Center, a top convention centre in Houston. Experience the great live music and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.

George R. Brown Convention Center
NASA Johnson Space Center

NASA Johnson Space Center

After visiting NASA Johnson Space Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Houston. Amble around the area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.

NASA Johnson Space Center
Daikin Park

Daikin Park

Catch an event at Daikin Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

Daikin Park
Toyota Center

Toyota Center

Catch an event at Toyota Center during your trip to Houston. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals in this vibrant area.

Toyota Center
Rice University

Rice University

Walk around the campus of Rice University, a top university in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals.

Rice University
South Padre Island Beach

South Padre Island Beach

Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at South Padre Island Beach, a popular beach in South Padre Island. Wander the seaside in this relaxing area.

South Padre Island Beach

Activities

Cosmic Crisis

The Escape Game Houston: 60-Minute Adventures at The Galleria

AU$66
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Escape Game Houston: 60-Minute Adventures at The Galleria
Art of Candle and Soap-Making in Houston Texas

Art of Candle-making in Houston Texas

AU$75
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Art of Candle-making in Houston Texas
Houston: 1-Hour Escape Room Adventure

Houston: 1-Hour Escape Room Adventure

AU$66
per adult
Houston: 1-Hour Escape Room Adventure
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Cities near Texas Gulf Coast

Galveston showing a house, a city and street scenes

Galveston

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Matamoros

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League City

Photo by Elke

Baytown