Galveston County, TX

Texas

A beach at sunset with a pier, amusement rides, and a Ferris wheel.
A sandy beach with waves, a distant ship, and a clear sky.
A pier with amusement rides and a Ferris wheel against a sunset sky.
A building with a statue in front, flags, and a clear sky.
A pier extending into the ocean at dusk with a building on it.

Popular cities in Galveston County

A large blue house with a wrap-around porch and a turret.
Galveston
Known for Beaches, Excursions and Sea
Enjoy the quaint old downtown architecture, explore historic mansions, and visit the museums and galleries of Texas’s foremost port city.

Reasons to visit

  • Galveston Island State Park
  • Galveston Seawall
  • Port of Galveston
A coastal residential area with houses and a beach in the background.
Port Bolivar
Known for Beaches, Family-friendly and Relaxing
Explore romantic Port Bolivar: its beaches, golf, coral reefs, and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Crystal Beach
  • Fort Travis Seashore Park
An industrial complex with multiple storage tanks and smokestacks emitting smoke, set against a sunset sky.
Texas City
Known for Excursions, Family-friendly and Beaches
Trip time! Discover the baseball, beaches, and opera in romantic Texas City.

Reasons to visit

  • Texas City Museum
  • Persimmon Gap Visitor Center
A beach with red and beige umbrellas, white and red beach chairs, and rocky outcrops.
Dickinson
Known for Family-friendly, Shopping and Sports
Get away to Dickinson! Enjoy the sports, spas, and local cuisine.

Reasons to visit

  • Bayou Golf Course
  • Beacon Lake Golf Course
A beach with red and white beach chairs, umbrellas, and warning signs.
La Marque
Known for Budget, Beaches and Family-friendly
La Marque awaits: its basketball, beaches, bars, and more!
An aerial view of a coastal area with a sandy beach, grassy patches, and a road running parallel to the shore.
Hitchcock
Check out the local area in Hitchcock—home to attractions like Jack Brooks Park and Galveston County Fairgrounds.

Stay near popular Galveston County attractions