Galveston Day Trips

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NASA's Johnson Space Center
Head to Clear Lake to visit the Space Center. Musts include the NASA Tram Tour and the Kids Space Place, where guests can walk on the “moon."
32 miles north of Galveston; 1601 NASA Parkway; Houston, TX; 281-244-2100; www.spacecenter.org
Tags: family | moderate | historic
Pelican Island/Seawolf Park
Just across Galveston Bay is the majestic U.S.S. Cavalla World War II submarine, the U.S.S. Stewart destroyer escort (one of only 3 in the world!), a fishing pier, and a playground.
5 miles north of GalvestonTX; 409-797-5114; www.galvestonparkboard.org
Tags: family | park
Offshore fishing
Head out for a day on the Gulf of Mexico in a 25-foot sportcraft for a fishing trip; options include offshore fishing charters, plus near-shore, bay, wade, and drift fishing.
Gulf Coast Angling Adventures; Up to 100 miles from GalvestonTX; www.gulfcoastanglingadventures.com
Tags: family | fishing | nature
Houston
Take a break from relaxing beach life and experience the hustle of Houston, one of Texas’ most cosmopolitan cities. It’s known for shopping, sports, arts and fine dining.
53 miles north of Galveston; Houston, TX; www.visithoustontexas.com
Tags: family | sports
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