Get ready for another exciting spring season just off the coast of Texas. Vacation destinations such as Galveston and Houston are ready for renewed sunshine and exciting activities for everyone to enjoy. If you are looking for a prime time to visit one of these two cities for the first time, we recommend coming around Easter. Visiting during Easter Weekend lets you avoid the crowds of spring break and summer while still getting in plenty of sunshine. Easter Weekend features plenty of holiday events and spring activities available all around you. Here are some things you do not want to miss out this year for Easter in Galveston and Houston:
Easter Service
For those who celebrate Easter with their faith you will find plenty of local organizations offering Easter service this year. Locations such as Seawall Church and Church of the Living God will offer services all Easter Weekend in Galveston. Houston also has various locations of services including Saint Martin’s Episcopal Church. Just because you are on vacation does not mean you will have to miss your family tradition of Easter service.
Easter Egg Hunts
If you ask the children in your family what makes them the most excited for Easter, they will probably say the Easter egg hunts. These activities are perfect for children as they navigate a park or building looking for brightly colored eggs often filled with candy. Both Galveston and Houston will be offering Easter egg hunts throughout each city. For Galveston, the city will be seeing the return of the Salty Easter Bash located at Stewart Beach Park. This event is often a popular one here in Galveston as it offers over 20,000 Easter eggs perfectly hidden at the park along with prize opportunities with special eggs. The Easter Bunny is typically on hand for photo ops along with local vendors. The event is free and will take place on Saturday April 8th this year. Fallbrook Church also offers a yearly Easter egg hunt here in Galveston and is great for kids of all ages. They break down their egg searches in age brackets for everyone has a fair shot at finding some eggs. Age brackets are broken down with ages 0-2, ages 3-5, ages 6-9, and ages 10-12. This event also takes place on Saturday April 8th.
Houston will also be bringing in plenty of exciting Easter egg hunts but a little earlier. You will find Easter egg hunts taking place this year on Saturday April 1st including the popular Westminster Easter After Dark. This is an Easter egg hunt at night where children have a flashlight to help them track down glow in the dark eggs. This event has been very popular for the last three years! The Brenda and John Duncan YMCA will also host their annual Egg-stravaganza on April 1st from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. You will have plenty of opportunities for the kids to have a blast this Easter!
Easter Brunch
While the children typically love a good Easter egg hunt the adults know the real fun is at Easter brunch. This occasion is the perfect time to treat yourselves to a delicious meal full of buffet style options and morning cocktails. In Galveston, locals know that Hearsay on the Strand offers one of the best Easter brunches in town. This location offers delicious New American entrees and craft cocktails all inside a historic space complete with eclectic décor. You can also find locations in Houston too! Guests can also find a vegetarian menu to choose from too. Other great spots in Galveston that are known for delicious brunch are Number 13 that offers fine dining entrees such as prime cuts of steak and their Easter brunch is a buffet style. BLVD Seafood is another great option that offers fresh seafood and steak along with their Easter brunch.
Houston has plenty of exciting spots to check out for Easter brunch too. You will find fine Creole dining when you stop in Brennan’s of Houston. This local staple in the fine dining community offers an incredible Easter brunch that is often booked weeks in advance. You will find New Orleans entrees and character when you stop in. Backstreet Café is another great option that focuses on New American cuisine along with gourmet cocktails in their converted house. No matter where you go for Easter brunch make sure to place your reservation as soon as possible!
Easter Along the Texas Coast
Houston and Galveston are both great places for a spring visit so get to planning yours today for Easter. Our vacation rentals can be found in either location and will provide a comfortable stay each time. Find your favorite property with us today and prepare for an Easter getaway like no other.
You probably already know, but Texas is as big as it gets! Residents of Texas pride themselves in their home, and the size of the state does not disappoint. One can easily drive 10 hours and still be within state boundaries. This allows residents to book a Texas staycation here in the state while still feeling like they traveled somewhere new. Our vacation rentals in Houston and Galveston will make sure you have the stay of a lifetime too. Take a look at what a staycation in Galveston and Houston can do for you:
Enjoy Free Art Exhibits at Rice University
Houston is home to one of the largest private universities in the country, Rice University. This local Texas university offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs with many focuses being some of the top ranked programs in the country. Visitors of Houston can enjoy the extensive collection of art work located at the university. The Rice Public Art collection features rotating exhibits from artists originating from all over the world. Best of all, visiting the Rice Public Art is absolutely free! Check out the collection throughout the year to find seasonal exhibits, meet and greets, and informational lectures. Make sure to take a university tour after your visit!
Houston Botanic Garden
You will feel like you stepped outside of Texas when you visit the Houston Botanic Garden. This local collection features various exotic and native plant life right here in the Houston city limits. The property features 132 acres of beautiful bayou landscape that is often visited by local wildlife such as butterflies and migratory birds. The Houston Botanic Garden features different collections of gardens each themed after unique ideas such as Stormwater Wetlands, Culinary, Coastal Prairie, and Global Collection Garden. You can even have your wedding here at the garden for a memorable event like no other. Visiting the Houston Botanic Garden allows it to continue supporting its education and research. Make sure to visit this local attraction on any day of the year with the exception of Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
Whenever you visit a coastal city, you can expect a pier filled with a variety of local shops and restaurants. The Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier does not disappoint and features all kinds of fun. Guests can enjoy the pier after they purchase a Pier Walk-On Pass that lets you explore the many restaurants and gift shops. Find something for someone back home who was unable to join in on the fun The Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier also comes with several amusement park rides that are fun for the whole family. There are 15 different rides that you can enjoy, including the Galaxy Wheel, Gulf Glider, Sea Dragon, Pier Pile Up, Cyclone, and many more. Come check out the pier for yourself when visiting Galveston!
Baywatch Dolphin Tours
Another great way to spend your time on the coast of Galveston is by heading out to sea! Specifically, we are talking about joining in on the fun with Baywatch Dolphin Tours. The Gulf of Mexico is home to all kinds of wonderful creatures including dolphins. You can see these majestic animals in their natural habitat by joining a tour with Baywatch Dolphin Tours. Their daily tours take you three miles through the Galveston Harbor where you are educated about the local common and Atlantic bottlenose dolphins in the region. This affordable activity has been voted as one of the top activities in Galveston year after year. Come see these incredible creatures up close!
Vacation Rentals in Houston and Galveston
Of course, any vacation getaway to Houston or Galveston deserves a vacation property like no other. Our vacation rentals will provide you the home away from home that you have always wanted. These beautiful properties are all individually owned and make for the best stay in either city. You will find full-size homes that include spacious common areas such as relaxing living room spaces and gourmet kitchens. Each bedroom comes with plush mattresses and fine linens. En suite bathrooms can come with walk in showers, soaking tubs, and plenty of space for everyone. Enjoy spacious yards that can feature patio decks with outdoor kitchens or even a swimming pool. Best of all, our vacation rentals will keep you just a short distance away from the best activities in town.
Your Texas Staycation Awaits
As you can see, Galveston and Houston are the perfect places here in Texas to see something brand new while being close to home. Our vacation rentals are sure to keep you and the family comfortable all stay long. Simply find your favorite vacation rental we have to offer and make your reservation for your trip today!