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While the 32-miles of beaches are not to be missed, Galveston offers so much more beyond the beach!

Galveston, Texas is a charming Southern retreat just 50 miles from Houston. It's a destination full of art, historic architecture, chic boutiques, ghost legends and more - all tucked within a quaint Gulf Coast barrier island. Come experience the charm of Galveston Island. #LoveGalveston

Holiday Info

pictured: Explore Historic Downtown Galveston

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Dickens on The Strand Victorian Festival Returns This Weekend in Galveston

Posted 11/28/2022
by Galveston Historical Foundation

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11 Memorable Experiences in Galveston This Holiday Season

Posted 11/13/2022
by Visit Galveston

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Giant Sea Creatures Are Taking Over Galveston Island This Winter

Posted 11/18/2022
by Visit Galveston

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New Royal Caribbean Terminal in Galveston Welcomes Oasis Class Ships

Posted 11/16/2022
by Visit Galveston

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Best Ways To See The Battleship Texas In Galveston

Posted 9/2/2022
by Visit Galveston

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5 Reasons To Visit Galveston in the Fall From a Local Expert

Posted 8/15/2022
by Christine Ruiz Hopkins

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Visiting Galveston on a Budget

Posted 7/29/2022
by Visit Galveston

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10 Things to do in Galveston on a Rainy Day

Posted 11/16/2020
by Clayton Kolavo

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10 Reasons To Visit Galveston in 2022

Posted 3/1/2022
by Visit Galveston

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Dickens on The Strand

When: December 2–4, 2022

Step back to Victorian-era times during this visitor's favorite event in Galveston, Texas. Dickens on The Strand is Galveston’s annual holiday street festival bursting with live entertainment on multiple streets, including strolling carolers, roving musicians, bagpipers, jugglers, and a crowd of entertainers and costumed revelers.

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