Top Things to do in Texas Gulf Coast
Top Hotels in Texas Gulf Coast
- 1. Best Western Texas City
- 2. The San Luis Resort, Spa and Conference Center
- 3. Blossom Hotel Houston
- 4. Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
- 5. Holiday Inn Resort Galveston-on the Beach, an IHG Hotel
- 6. Hilton Americas-Houston
- 7. Best Western Plus Katy Inn & Suites
- 8. Hyatt Regency Houston West
- 9. Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
- 10. La Copa Inn Beach Hotel
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What to do and see in Texas Gulf Coast, Texas Gulf Coast: The Best Historic Sites
Discover the best top things to do in Texas Gulf Coast, United States including Washington Cemetery, Old Nazareth Academy, Saint Anthony Cathedral Basilica, First Presbyterian Church, St. Paul's United Methodist Church, Sam Houston Park, Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens, First Presbyterian Church of Houston, Moody Mansion, George Ranch Historical Park.
Restaurants in Texas Gulf Coast
1. Washington Cemetery
2. Old Nazareth Academy
3. Saint Anthony Cathedral Basilica
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By worldtravelsavy - Houston, United States
Free parking shaded by old trees. Free admission, donations appreciated. Super nice lady at the check in office where you need to register, then she lets you in. Wonderful stained glass windows. Beautiful baptismal with endless water feature into the cross laden pool below that makes a very peaceful bubbling sound. Gorgeous organ pipes above the entrance. This has a very European feel to it like most catholic churches where I grew up in Germany. Lots of gilding and beautiful marble floors. 2 beautiful side alters and a spectacular domed ceiling. Highly recommend you go see this place for yourself.
4. First Presbyterian Church
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
5. St. Paul's United Methodist Church
6. Sam Houston Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 70 reviews
Park containing seven historic homes, an oasis of antiquity in the heart of the bustling modern city.
Reviewed By AdriZaAst - Milan, Italy
It's really staggering to see the difference between the original houses of Houston and the new gigantic skyscrapers. This park does a good job of presenting some of the original housing through the years.
7. Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 447 reviews
Bayou Bend is the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston's house museum for American decorative arts and paintings. Displayed in the former home of Houston civic leader and philanthropist Ima Hogg (1882-1975), the collection is one of the finest showcases of American furnishings, silver, ceramics, and paintings in the world. The house is situated on 14 acres of organically maintained gardens in Houston's historic River Oaks neighborhood.
Reviewed By larryd1941
Comparing the Bayou Bend American furniture rooms to DuPont's Winterthur Museum is unfair, as they both have excellent collections of American furnihings but Bayou Bend has a less comprehensive view of 18th and 19th century furnishings than Winterthur. It is still high on my list of National "must see" Museums. Its grounds are enchanting and the Museum feels more like a visit to a wealthy friend's home (a la Marjorie Merriweather Post's Hillwood in Washington, DC) than to a major Museum of American furniture (Winterthur in Delaware)
8. First Presbyterian Church of Houston
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
9. Moody Mansion
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 736 reviews
Restored to its turn of the century splendor, the 28,000 square-foot, four-story structure was completed in 1895. Today, our guests visit 20 rooms on a self-guided tour that depicts the home life of a powerful Texas family. The Moodys established one of the great American financial empires. Based on cotton, it grew to include banking, ranching, insurance and hotels. The mansion is one of the finest places to visit, a trip back in time. Touring the museum should definitely be on the top on the list for things to do on Historic Galveston Island. Tour Information: Self-guided Audio Tours: Children 6 & Under Free Self-guided audio tours from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily (last tickets sold at 4p.m.; house closes at 5 p.m.) Behind-the-scenes Tours: Exclusive docent-guided tours to areas not normally open to the public 4 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday | limited size tours | reservations highly recommended Group Tours: Moody Mansion tour descriptions: Self-guided audio tours: Two audio tours allow you to set your own pace through the house and grounds. • The Moody Family tour features six members of the Moody family telling stories about their ancestors. This tour is also translated into Spanish. • Mary’s tour, appropriate for children and adults, is narrated by an actress portraying the late Mary Moody Northen as if she were guiding you through her home. Guided 25th Anniversary Tour: Behind-the-scenes tours celebrate the 25th anniversary of Moody Mansion’s restoration. A knowledgeable docent guides guests through areas not normally open to the public, describing Mary Moody Northen’s vision for preserving her home and sharing her collections. These tours are conducted at 4 p.m. on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Tour size is limited; reservations are highly recommended.
Reviewed By ksufan88 - Wichita, United States
Tickets can be purchased online or at the gift shop (located at the back of the property along with some off-street parking) with credit or debit (no cash). We received an excellent explanation of what to expect during the tour from the lady at the gift shop who handed us the audio devices (sealed in plastic bags). There were three audio choices at each of the stations in each of the rooms open for tours on the first and second floors (regular information, personal diary snippets, and regular information in Spanish). There is also a short introductory video and three old cars to see in the garage. The home contains period furnishing and family photographs, and the audio tour is well done. We were able to see everything in 90 minutes.
10. George Ranch Historical Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 202 reviews
Welcome to the Ranch! Founded in 1824, the George Ranch Historical Park brings Texas and Fort Bend County history to life through interactive school programming, group tours, special events and Saturday programs for the general public.
Reviewed By I103IHpauls - Richmond, United States
Take a half day and walk through four generations of Texas History, from the dog run cabin to the fanciest of 1900 mansions, with docents ready to act out the lives of those who had come before. Be sure to sign up for the cowboy lunch, served fresh from the frying pan to your plate (peach cobbler!). Watch the cowboys herd the longhorn steers; great for families. If you have an extra hour, drive the few miles down to Brazos Bend State Park and see the alligators roaming wild.
