Full of 19th century architecture, Galveston Island is Texas’s top historic resort destination with a splendid 32 miles of perfect beaches, lovely restaurants, art galleries and a championship golf course. Many of the houses are Victorian style homes with lovely wide streets with over 100 shops, art galleries and beautiful restaurants.
Galveston City Tour: After departing the cruise terminal in Galveston, you will drive through historic downtown Galveston, home to the world famous Strand district. The Strand, with its quaint boutiques and shops is a shopper?s paradise. Whether you are looking for that special something or a one-of-a-kind treasure, the Strand is the place to find exactly what you are looking for. As you leave Galveston Island for your drive to Houston, you will pass the Johnson Space Center as well as many quaint communities en route