Pack your sunscreen and favorite swimsuit because the Texas Gulf Coast is open to all beach goers and explorers. Now that a year has passed since Hurricane Harvey, beaches are open again and ready for fun! With more than 600 miles of pristine coastline to choose from, paired with charming seaside towns and scenic views, the perfect vacation is waiting for you on the Texas Gulf Coast.
Located 20 miles from downtown Houston, Kemah is teeming with activity. Touch and feed live stingrays at a local Stingray Reef touch-tank or reserve a seat next to a 50,000-gallon tank featuring a variety of fish, sharks and stingrays. Spend the evening strolling along Kemah Boardwalk, one of the city’s most popular attractions. This famous boardwalk entertains visitors with roller coasters, local shops, small shows and more. The whole family will love a beach day here!
Hundreds of species of birds and fish can be found along some of the cleanest beaches in the state at this popular Island beach getaway. Make your vacation memorable by taking a sunset cruise to search for spinner and bottlenose dolphins. Prefer to stay on dry land? Take a lesson from sandcastle-building pros to learn how to build your own sand masterpieces on the beach.
As the largest coastal city in Texas, Corpus Christi is known as the beach-goer’s paradise. From sunbathing to ocean kayaking, everyone in your group will find something fun to do. Take learning to the next level with one-of-a-kind places like the USS Lexington, a World War II-era aircraft carrier-turned-floating museum. Kids and adults alike will enjoy exploring the hangar deck and warplanes onboard. For outdoor enthusiasts, experience the wonder of “America’s Birdiest City” with a birding tour to popular birding sites.
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