The Historic Strand District
by msbrandysue
The Galveston Strand is a very famous area. It has more restored Victorian houses than any other town in the United States. Many of the houses are available for tour throughout the year. They are even decorated nicely for Christmas.
While shopping in the Strand you will see many historical markers. Don't pass these up!
Also, you can take the Strand trolley around to view many of the more famous homes.
If you enjoy that kind of traveling I know you will love touring houses such as Bishop's Palace.
While you're in the area don't forget the fun shopping and sidewalk cafes. Or, try one of the other railroad or history museums.
A Step Up
by VeronicaG
Occasionally we found steps such as these on our exploration of Galveston's side streets. They were to assist people in climbing into their carriages. Nice solution to a common problem!
We also noticed a two step model as we wandered the streets. I thought it was nice that these remnants from the early days of transportation still existed.
The Point Boliver Ferry. It...
by american_tourister
The Point Boliver Ferry. It is owned by the Highway Department and is free of charge. It will carry you and your vehicle across the ship channel from the North end of the island to the mainland. It is a neat ride as you get to see ocean going ships and the like.
Simple Seafood on the Harbor
by H-TownJourneyman about Landry's Oyster Bar
Landry's Oyster Bar, located on Pier 21 overlooking the harbor of the Port of Galveston, offers some basic seafood meals along with some nice views. Part of the huge chain of Landry's Restaurants, Inc., the establishment has nothing that really stands out, other than having a great outdoor patio area that looks out over the harbor. The food is decent, items such as poboy sandwiches, gumbo, and of course oysters, are served up here. Orders are placed at the counter, and when your meal is ready you go and pick it up, and seat yourself. Definately sit outside on the patio if it is not blazing hot, as it's pleasant to watch the ships and boats pass by as the breeze wafts through. There are better places to get seafood on the island, but for a simple, quick bite to eat, Landry's Oyster Bar is not bad. Turkey Poboy sandwich. The Poboys here are not the best, but they are fresh.
Galveston Island Shore
by keeweechic
Galveston Island puts itself in the same popularity category as Miami Beach, Fort Lauderdale and Daytona Beach for their successful beach nourishment project. They have added as much as 150 feet of sand to the width of the beaches on a stretch from 10th St to 61st St along Seawall Blvd which now gives unlimited areas for beach enthusiasts to enjoy.
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Twisted Railing after Hurricane Ike
Walk the beach!
Battery 236
The USS Cavalla (photo taken from the USS Stewart)
