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Welcome to Galveston, Texas.
Galveston is the county seat of Galveston County located along the Gulf Coast region in the U.S. state of Texas within the Houston–Sugar Land–Baytown metropolitan area. As of the 2005 U.S. Census estimate, the city had a total population of 57,466. Galveston is accessible by a causeway linking Galveston Island to the mainland on the north end of the city, a toll bridge on the western end of the island, and by ferry boat service on the east end of the city.
Galveston is known for its historic neighborhoods and a ten-mile long seawall designed to protect the city from floods. It is also home to the infamous Balinese Room, a historic nightclub and former illegal gambling hall located on a 600-foot pier extending into the Gulf of Mexico.
Galveston Beach - Oscar Boleman 48th Street and Seawall
The city houses many tourist attractions. The attractions include the Galveston Schlitterbahn waterpark, Moody Gardens, the Lone Star Flight Museum, a downtown neighborhood of historic buildings known as "The Strand," many historical museums and mansions, and miles of beach front. The Strand plays host to a yearly Mardi Gras festival, Galveston Island Jazz & Blues Festival, Texas Beach Fest, Lone Star Bike Rally, and a Victorian-themed Christmas festival called "Dickens on the Strand" (honoring the works of novelist Charles Dickens, especially A Christmas Carol) in early December.
Galveston's historic downtown and abundant beaches are major tourist destinations. Houstonians and visitors from around the world purchase beach homes and condominiums and make Galveston their second home.
Other attractions in Galveston include Moody Gardens, the Galveston Island Railroad Museum, Schlitterbahn, the Strand and the Lone Star Flight Museum. Galveston is also home to several historic ships: the tall ship Elissa at the Texas Seaport Museum and USS Cavalla and USS Stewart, both berthed at Seawolf Park on nearby Pelican Island. Galveston is also home to a symphony orchestra and a small ballet company.
Galveston's beaches are much cleaner than in the past. With the island's population showing greater concern for their environment, washed up seaweed is now only moved back from the waters edge in order for the natural buildup and preservation of the beaches. The beaches are now cleaned daily by the Galveston Park Board.
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Local daily news in Galveston:
New home to benefit old island structures
Bright idea: A home under construction on the East Beach could play a role in preserving the island's past.
Recruiting Officer Charged With Sex Assault
A Navy recruiting officer was arrested at his office in a Galveston County shopping mall, accused of sexually abusing young girls, KPRC Local 2 reported Thursday.
Rainbow Hair Is Apparently A "Distraction" In Galveston
Public school administrators with, like totally dorky fashion sense are at it again.
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Places of interest:
Tiki Island, TX (6.2 miles), Bayou Vista, TX (8.4 miles), Texas City, TX (11.1 miles), La Marque, TX (11.8 miles), Jamaica Beach, TX (12.3 miles), Hitchcock, TX (13.3 miles), San Leon, TX (16.0 miles), Bacliff, TX (19.1 miles).
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Hotels in Galveston
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Comfort Inn Galveston
2300 Seawall Blvd., Galveston, TX, US, 77550-7940
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The Victorian Condo Hotel
6300 SEAWALL BOULEVARD - Galveston, TX, US 77551
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La Quinta Inn Galveston
1402 SEAWALL BOULEVARD - Galveston, TX, US 77550
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Days Inn Galveston
6107 BROADWAY - Galveston, TX, US 77551
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Beachcomber Inn
2825 61ST ST. - Galveston, TX, US 77551
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Best Western Beachfront Inn
5914 Seawall Boulevard, Galveston, Texas, United States, 77551
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San Luis
5222 SEAWALL BLVD - Galveston, TX, United States
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Hilton Galveston Island Resort
5400 SEAWALL BLVD - Galveston, TX, United States
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Harbor House Galveston
NO. 28 @ PIER 21 - Galveston, TX, US 77550
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Hotel Galvez, A Wyndham Hotel
2024 SEAWALL BLVD - Galveston, TX, US 77550
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Tremont House, A Wyndham Hotel
2300 SHIP'S MECHANIC ROW - Galveston, TX, US 77550
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Moody Gardens Hotel
SEVEN HOPE BOULEVARD - Galveston, TX, United States
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Flagship Hotel
2501 SEAWALL BLVD - Galveston, TX, US 77550
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Super 8 Galveston Tx
2825 B 61ST STREET - Galveston, TX, US 77551
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Howard Johnson Express Inn
8216 HARBORSIDE DRIVE - Galveston, TX, US 77554
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Comfort Inn And Stes Galveston
6302 Seawall Blvd., Galveston, TX, US, 77551
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Econo Lodge Galveston
3924 AVENUE U - Galveston, TX, US 77550
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Best Value Inn And Suites
6311 CENTRAL CITY BLVD - Galveston, TX, US 77551
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La Quinta Innstes Galveston
8710 SEAWALL - Galveston, TX, United States
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Holiday Inn On The Beach
5002 SEAWALL BLVD - Galveston, TX, US 77551
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