Location: Kemah
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Kemah has a boardwalk with amusement park rides, waterfront restaurants and shopping. Take a boat ride on the bay, or a carriage ride through town. There are also walking tours through the historic, haunted Kemah Light House District. The family-friendly city is halfway between Houston and Galveston.
Restaurants in Kemah
1. Kemah Boardwalk
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1 reviews
A 40-acre waterfront area with rides and entertainment for the whole family.
Reviewed By 704CarolinaGirl84 - Alexandria, Virginia
This boardwalk is smaller than most that I've been too but it's the perfect get away to escape the hustle and bustle and keep the kids entertained. A few theme park type rides, train for the smaller ones, plenty of restaurants, small aquarium, and the area is peaceful overall.
2. Rose's Seafood, Inc.
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By Peter V - Houston, Texas
Don't waste your time going to the other seafood markets and just go straight to Rose's. They have the best selection of fresh fish, shrimp, oysters, and crawfish, when in season. Their freezer section is great as well for frozen swai, catfish, and lots of different crabs and crab legs. Customer service is fast and friendly. We love this place and we come here often.
3. Sail Galveston Bay Charters
Overall Ratings
5 based on 2 reviews
Sail Galveston Bay Charters provides the following sailing Charters - Sunset Sailing Cruises - Ash Scattering Sailing Charters- Cremation - Burial at Sea – Redfish Island Charters – Galveston Island Charters – Romantic Couple’s Charter – Double Bayou Charters – Kemah Boardwalk Charter Stops - Day Sailing Charters – Evening Sailing Charters – Full Moon / Night Sailing Charters – serving the Houston, Kemah, Seabrook, Clear Lake and Galveston Bay Area, Texas.
Reviewed By BeachSwan
We booked an overnight sail with Captain Jim for our anniversary. We were extremely impressed by Captain Jim. The safety briefing was concise but thorough and we were underway quickly. Captain Jim was happy to let us "question him to death" and learn more about sailing. We got to practice our sailing skills and help with driving as well as raising and trimming the sails - which is what we wanted to do. (You could also opt to sit back and let him do all the sailing as you enjoy your rum punch!) The evening sails was fun and relaxing - we sailed all over the bay and learned about the different landmarks and sights in Galveston Bay. Our overnight anchorage was just offshore near a restaurant called Noah's Ark, which has evening entertainment. We enjoyed their music from the deck of the sailboat - it was like our own private concert. The sailboat is well laid-out so there is lots of room on deck as well as in the salon below deck. There is plenty of shade area on deck if you wish to be out of the sun. The sleeping cabin is very comfortable and the AC works great - which is an important point for me. (I like to be COLD when I sleep!) Coffee was ready when we woke up; a tasty breakfast was served shortly thereafter. Mother nature didn't cooperate with much wind for our morning sail, but we saw lots and lots of dolphins, so we were entertained and enjoyed being on the water anyway. All in all, this was an excellent overnight trip. Highly recommend it for some sailing fun and a great way to spend a special occasion. We plan to return for an afternoon sail with the family.
4. Boondoggles Pub
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By Atlantis104 - Florida
This is a popular hangout for a lot of the local residents. It has a full service bar with a multitude of beer taps. The food is good and the brick oven pizzas have always been excellent.
5. Helen's Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By Robyn R
Helen's Garden is a tiny well maintained spot on Main Street under the cover of ancient oak trees this locale is an excellent place for photographs. this is a popular place for bridal and engagement photos. The water features make this place good for family pictures as well. The garden is also a nice place to sit and contemplate life for a while, worthy of a quick stop or a relaxing afternoon.
6. Armand Bayou Nature Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 92 reviews
Not-for-profit wildlife refuge and wilderness preserve on the southeast side of Houston.
Reviewed By 2bucketgirls - Riverview, Florida
Great place for hiking and walking enthusiasts. Three trails, each a little over a mile. Real bison on the property. Refurbished 1850 farm, buildings, and wind mill. check out the birthing center. Many beautiful birds, reptiles, animals for the whole family to learn about. Don't go during summer months, too hot for you as well as the inhabitants. Price $4, seniors and children $2
7. Murder by Chocolate Mystery Theater
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 51 reviews
Reviewed By m0ssy0ak - Baytown, Texas
I found this place driving by in the area. We had a good time. The atmosphere is amazing. Smells like fresh coffee. The decor fits the theme. You have several options. We went to a mystery and dessert. It was delicious. Perfect evening for kids 12 and over because you work in teams. Lots of reading to solve the clues. I recommend for birthday parties, family outings, date night or even for work team building activity.
8. Stingray Reef
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 73 reviews
Reviewed By Skulllead
Expensive for the experience, but an experience you should do atleast once. They let you feed the rays 4 fish, with instructions everywhere. Very frightening at first. but really cool to do. Other exhibits in the area where really bad.
9. Clear Lake Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By missmollymae - Houston, Texas
This is a nice park. It is clean and has decent bathrooms. We enjoy going here to walk around and occasionally swing on the swingset. There are good walking paths and a lot of Poke-Stops (if Pokemon Go is your thing). The park has nice playgrounds which are usually filled with kids. There are often people out for a picnic and people fishing on the small pier. I recommend this park!
10. Pinky's Kayak Rental
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By Chris S - El Reno, Oklahoma
My wife and I used pinky's to rent some kayaks and paddle down the local river. We were not disappointed.
The staff were kind and caring, giving their customers the extra consideration when the need arose. They where also very informative to the local environment. Informed us on how to handle the alligators if we see any, ( which, unfortunately, we didn't ) and also what paths to take that would best accommodate the high winds on the day we went.
The kayak trip was awesome too. Great nature getaway for a few hours. Nice and quiet, very peaceful. And not crowded either for a holiday like the 4th of July.
Yes we would come again and use pinky's kayaks. Already talking about convincing some family to come along too.
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