No matter when you make your way to Galveston, you’re in for an unforgettable adventure. The weather here is appealing year-round with temperatures ranging from 50 degrees Fahrenheit up to 90 degrees depending on the season you travel. It’s never really too hot or too cold and even on the days you find yourself here and it’s raining, there’s plenty of indoor fun to make the day an adventure! When you’re getting ready to pack for your trip to Galveston and you’re heading here in the spring or summer, be sure to add essentials to your luggage like a swimsuit and towels alongside hats, umbrellas, water shoes, sand toys for the kids, and goggles or snorkeling gear for making the most of underwater fun. If your plans have you heading this way in the fall or winter, add a light coat, sweatshirt, and hiking boots to your list! Here’s a guide on Planning Your Galveston Vacation:
Get Ready to Enjoy Miles of Beaches
A trip to Galveston isn’t complete without quality time spent on the shoreline with good reason. Here, visitors can access 32 miles of shoreline perfect for sunbathing, building sandcastles, or digging their toes into the sand and watching shore birds. Before you arrive, it’s a good idea to decide what type of beach day you’re looking for. Destinations like East Beach tend to be a bit more crowded while Galveston Island State Park is home to beaches within preserves with fewer visitors to contend with.
Make Time for Water Sports
In Galveston, time on the water is just as appealing as time on the sand and you’ll want to be sure to set aside time to make the most of the fun. There are a variety of local companies that offer kayak and paddleboard rentals here so you can explore the waves at your own pace. Whether you’re up for jet skis or parasailing, there’s no shortage of options for customizing your time on the water.
Wildlife Watching Is a Thrill
When you’re putting those last-minute details on your Galveston itinerary, don’t forget to add a dolphin-watching tour. The team at Baywatch Dolphin Tours is easily accessible at Pier 21 and provides tours in dolphin-safe vessels for just $10 a passenger. The tour lasts 45 minutes total and is a wonderful way to get your eyes on these truly incredible creatures thriving in their natural habitats around Galveston.
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