Seawall
& Beaches
Visit the shops that are located along the Seawall either after a day at the beach or before in order to purchase items that you will need for a day at the beach. A historic bathhouse that was converted into a gift shop, Murdochs is one of the oldest businesses in Galveston. It has weathered quite a few hurricanes over the past century, but it has managed to remain standing despite taking quite a few hits. Stop by to pick up a t-shirt or other memento from the island, and then stick around to enjoy a drink on the deck while taking in the view of the Gulf of Mexico.
Salt Water Gift Shop is another quaint gift shop, but unlike the others, it also rents beach equipment, so it’s a great place to go if you need anything related to the beach, from beach towels to snorkeling gear. In addition, you can rent boogie boards, beach umbrellas and chairs, bicycles, electric scooters, Onewheel Pints and XRs, and surreys from them.
Ohana Surf & Skate is a surfing and skateboarding shop that has a laid-back atmosphere and offers gear sales, rentals, and lessons. You can pick up some surf gear and casual attire for the whole family at this store.
Historic
Attractions
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Known as the bar where there’s “NEVER A COVER CHARGE,” this venue boasts a sprawling garden patio and full-service bars both inside and outside. Established in 2018, 23rd Street Station hosts an array of live musical acts, including dueling guitars, dueling pianos, and even a concert violin performance. You can also laugh the night away with “Lafftown’s Funniest,” where you will enjoy an array of stand-up comedic performances. Weekly events […]
Constructed sometime between 1887 and 1892, this 19,082 square-foot Victorian-style mansion is recognized as a National Historic Landmark. Bishop’s Palace was built for Colonel Walter Gresham, the founder of the Colorado and Santa Fe railroads, when he and his wife moved to the island after the Civil War. Made with steel and stone, the sprawling residence is viewed as one of the country’s premier examples of Gilded-Age extravagance and Victorian […]
