- The list below includes 54 free or cheap things to do in or near Galveston, Texas, including 57 different types of inexpensive activities like Piers & Boardwalks, Specialty Museums, Beaches and National & State Parks.
- From Rosenberg Library to 61st St. Fishing Pier, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Galveston and in nearby cities within 25 miles like League City, Kemah, Texas City and Houston.
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From the merchant: Valid for two paddle board rentals for one day; rental location is 29th and Seawall in Galveston Beachfront.
27.2 Miles
The Crow's Nest Art Gallery is a gallery that features primarily hand-crafted Native American art in various genres. The gallery also features pottery, jewelry, paintings, and sculptures by a variety of Texas artists.
27.5 Miles
Open seasonally, Thompson's Fishing Camp offers a boat ramp for fishing trips. The camp also offers a variety of live and other bait, fishing equipment, and beer and snacks, as well.
27.5 Miles
The Nolan Ryan Center is a museum in honor of the famous baseball pitcher, Nolan Ryan. The exhibits include interactive simulations, videos and photographs highlighting Ryan's career, and statistics throughout his 27 years as a player.
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Sylvan Beach
400 N Bayshore Dr, off Fairmont & 146, La Porte, TX 77571
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Sylvan Beach offers a large beach area for swimming and sunbathing. It also features a fishing pier, a large playground for kids, benches to relax on, and pavilions and tables for picnicking.
27.8 Miles
Offering plenty of shade and outdoor space, Oxnard Park features a picnic area, nature trail and playground. The park's nature trail takes visitors on a walk or jog along Clear Creek.
27.9 Miles
Leavesley Park is a community park in Friendswood that offers an adjacent hangar for hosting large events. The event space features a kitchen and seating for 150, while the park features grassy fields, a picnic area and children's playground.
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Little Cedar Bayou Park is a multi-use park adjacent to La Porte's wave pool venue. The combined venues offer soccer and baseball fields, two rugby pitches, wave pool, sand volleyball, tennis courts and concessions area.
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The Marguerite Rogers House Museum, which is owned and operated by the Alvin Museum Society, is a 1909 Victorian style home. Tours allow visitors to explore the grounds and interior of the home, which includes antique furnishings.
28.0 Miles
A Christmas-themed amusement area, The Christmas Train offers old-fashioned train rides through a scenic snowy setting. The facility also offers photos with Santa and refreshments, including funnel cakes, popcorn, and Big Al's Pizza.
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A multi-functional facility, Stevenson Park features basketball, tennis and sand volleyball courts, a jogging trail, a lighted gazebo and a community pool. The park is also a site for regular park concerts.