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We have 600 miles of sparkling coastline down here, fronting the always-warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico. So pack your swimsuit, your snorkel, your bucket and shovel and come on in. The water's fine.
All along the 600 miles of Texas beaches, the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico meet the balmy climate of the Texas coast, making Texas beaches among the most calming and beautiful in the nation. There are countless sandcastles to build, unrelenting surf to tame and infinite shells to find. There are a number of ways to enjoy what we in Texas like to call the "Third Coast." All you have to do is pack. And pick one.
Galveston Island, at just an hour's drive from Houston history and Texas charm makes any summer retreat an experience beyond the sun and surf. And with planned activities like volleyball tournaments, concerts and more, there's always something going on. The island even hosts one of the largest sandcastle-building competitions in the world, planned and judged by the American Institute of Architects. Stewart Beach Park is the island's premiere family beach that features a pavilion, complete with a playground, volleyball courts, snack bar, as well as a souvenir shop and even umbrella and chair rentals. As for the rest of the island, there are more beautiful beaches and tours of some of the numerous historic sites and homes that add to your visit.
Head south and you'll hit Corpus Christi, at the heart of the Texas Gulf Coast. While visiting Corpus Christi, you'll be able to climb aboard the USS Lexington, an aircraft carrier-turned museum. But don't end your naval tour there. Enjoy a scenic narrated cruise of Corpus Christi Bay and Harbor. And when you come ashore, visit the Texas State Aquarium and marvel at the aquatic life of the Texas gulf coast and the Atlantic Ocean.
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