Texas Gulf Coast Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

Where to stay in Texas Gulf Coast

Discovery Green which includes a high-rise building, a square or plaza and a city

Downtown Houston

4/5(38 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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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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The Galleria

4.5/5(11 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.

The Galleria
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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 AU$182 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$182
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a 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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,501 reviews)
"Overall really nice property.! Great amenities! Only thing was i had to wait 2.5 hours to get a room after i checked in."

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

Isla Grand Beach Resort
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 WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,735 reviews)
"Everything was nice and cozy and clean pricey though The valet was 59 a night the restaurant monarch was lovely very pricey but noce"

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

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Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island - Beach Front by IHG

Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island - Beach Front by IHG

3.5 out of 5
100 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, TX
The price is AU$196 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
AU$196
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in South Padre Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,182 reviews)
"Staff and property were amazing!!!"

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island - Beach Front by IHG
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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 WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,735 reviews)
"Everything was nice and cozy and clean pricey though The valet was 59 a night the restaurant monarch was lovely very pricey but noce"

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
Casa De La Sirena--Beachfront Retreat in Spanish Grant!

Casa De La Sirena--Beachfront Retreat in Spanish Grant!

2 out of 5
Galveston
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Galveston. Enjoy a beach locale, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Moody Gardens and Galveston Island ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (66 reviews)
Best Beach Stay
"This place was a perfect location. Private and secluded!!!"

Reviewed on 6 Jun. 2025

Casa De La Sirena--Beachfront Retreat in Spanish Grant!
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 WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,230 reviews)
"Breakfast was absolutely delicious, room was clean, staff super friendly, and most of quiet at night."

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

Hotel Ylem
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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

Activities

Cosmic Crisis

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

AU$66
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Escape Game Houston: 60-Minute Adventures at The Galleria
Art of Candle and Soap-Making in Houston Texas

Art of Candle-making in Houston Texas

AU$61
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Art of Candle-making in Houston Texas
Houston: 1-Hour Escape Room Adventure

Houston: 1-Hour Escape Room Adventure

AU$66
per adult
Houston: 1-Hour Escape Room Adventure
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Cities near Texas Gulf Coast

Galveston showing a house, a city and street scenes

Galveston

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Matamoros

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League City

Photo by Elke

Baytown