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What to do in Texas Gulf Coast
Popular places to visit
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 acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Toyota Center
Catch an event at Toyota Center during your trip to Houston. Experience the entertainment choices and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
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.
Galveston Seawall
Learn about the local history of Galveston when you take a trip to Galveston Seawall. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Minute Maid Park
Catch an event at Minute Maid Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Space Center Houston
Visit the heart of the American space industry in the control centre that put man on the moon.
Rice University
Walk around the campus of Rice University, a top university in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
Houston Zoo
With a huge collection of animals, a water park and a cinema, Houston Zoo is a great day out for the family.
South Padre Island Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, South Padre Island Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to South Padre Island. Wander the seaside in this relaxing area.
Areas of Texas Gulf Coast
Downtown Houston
Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Toyota Center to Minute Maid Park – discover Downtown Houston, a destination also famous for its sports teams.
The Galleria
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 Williams Tower.
Texas Medical Center
Restaurants, museums and shopping highlight some notable features of Texas Medical Center. Make a stop by Houston Zoo or Hermann Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at TMC Transit Center or Dryden/TMC Station to get around town.
Crystal Beach
Travellers come to Crystal Beach for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Crystal Beach and Bolivar Peninsula while you're in town.
South Central Houston
If you're spending time in South Central Houston, check out sights like Houston Zoo or Continental Club and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Elgin/Third Ward Station or TSU/UH Athletics District Station.
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.
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- Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
- George R. Brown Convention Center
- Minute Maid Park
- Space Center Houston
- Houston Zoo
- Moody Gardens
- Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
- Kemah Boardwalk
- Downtown Aquarium
- Westheimer Rd
- Memorial City Mall
- Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark
- North Padre Island Beach
- Sugar Land Town Square
- Beach Park at Isla Blanca
- Willowbrook Mall
- Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
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