Texas Gulf Coast Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

Where to stay in Texas Gulf Coast

Discovery Green showing city views, modern architecture and a high-rise building

Downtown Houston

4/5(25 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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The Galleria

4.5/5(15 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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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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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 £88 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
£88
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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 in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,531 reviews)
"everything was good, location food drinks and service!"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Isla Grand Beach Resort
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria

4 out of 5
5353 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £107 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£107
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Houston. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,419 reviews)
"The staff was amazing! They made it worth while. Thank you Double tree staff."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston

Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston

3 out of 5
5914 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is £50 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
£50
23 Sept - 24 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
7/10 Good! (3,387 reviews)
"Rooms were really small"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston
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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 Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,751 reviews)
"Staff went above and beyond to make our visit a great one. Wonderful visit! Will return"

Reviewed on 22 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 Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,257 reviews)
"Great stay close to NRG area"

Reviewed on 21 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, TX
Stay at this beach holiday home in Galveston. Enjoy a beach locale, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Moody Gardens and Galveston Island Beaches ...
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

Things to do

Cosmic Crisis

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

£32
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Escape Game Houston: 60-Minute Adventures at The Galleria
Houston: 1-Hour Escape Room Adventure

Houston: 1-Hour Escape Room Adventure

£32
per adult
Houston: 1-Hour Escape Room Adventure
Brazos Bend Wildlife and Nature Tour

Brazos Bend Wildlife and Nature Tour

£92
per adult
Brazos Bend Wildlife and Nature Tour
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Cities near Texas Gulf Coast

Corpus Christi showing a bridge, a bay or harbour and skyline

Corpus Christi

Galveston featuring a city, a house and street scenes

Galveston

Houston

Houston

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