Fort Travis Seashore Park played a key defensive role over the years. Now a historic attraction, you can just imagine some of the scenes its mighty walls have witnessed.

This history-filled fortress is situated in Port Bolivar, a destination that has loads going for it! Galveston Island Railroad Museum, Grand 1894 Opera House, and Bishop's Palace are other fine sightseeing options not far away when you're done at Fort Travis Seashore Park.

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