Sightseeing
Jetty Park
101 Parkview RdFish from the jetty while the kids enjoy the playground equipment.
Net crab pots and bait are sold at Bucee's. Our kids love doing this!
19 locals recommend
Surfside Crabbing Pier
2255 Bluewater HwyNet crab pots and bait are sold at Bucee's. Our kids love doing this!
Bird and Butterfly Trail
This place is new and I have not been yet. Surfside has many species of birds.
401 Parkview Rd
401 Parkview RoadBird and Butterfly Trail
This place is new and I have not been yet. Surfside has many species of birds.
Great for kids! They have a museum, touch tanks, aquarium and fish hatchery.
35 locals recommend
Sea Center Texas
302 Medical DrGreat for kids! They have a museum, touch tanks, aquarium and fish hatchery.
This is a great shell spot. You can park here or use beach entrance #6 and drive down
6 locals recommend
Kelly Hamby Nature Trail
12083-12135 Bluewater HwyThis is a great shell spot. You can park here or use beach entrance #6 and drive down
They have great aquariums and a rainforest. It is air conditioned and the kids can run around.
620 locals recommend
Moody Gardens
1 Hope BlvdThey have great aquariums and a rainforest. It is air conditioned and the kids can run around.
We personally have not been here, but I know others like it.
662 locals recommend
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
2501 Seawall BlvdWe personally have not been here, but I know others like it.
We personally have not been here, but know others like it.
481 locals recommend
Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark
2109 Gene Lucas BlvdWe personally have not been here, but know others like it.
Kayak Launch
Kayak launch on the bay just down the road from the home.
Food scene
Kitty's Purple Cow
323 Ocean Avelongtime Surfside joint with decent prices
Red Snapper Inn
402 Bluewater HwyA little pricey, but great seafood.
Wurst Haus
102 This WayGreat German food with a huge beer selection.
Our absolute favorite restaurant in the area. So worth the drive, if you have the time.
Giovanni's Italian Kitchen
729 E Mulberry StOur absolute favorite restaurant in the area. So worth the drive, if you have the time.
The Fill Station
127 Parking Way StOutdoor seating and good BBQ
Center Court Pizza & Brew
810 Dixie DrGreat pizza
Asiel's
330 N Dixie DriveEverything is made from scratch, even the ketchup! Huge menu
El Toro Mexican Restaurant
120 Commerce StWe go here almost every visit to Surfside.
Surfin Rita Daiquiris To-Go
403 TX-332Great frozen adult beverages to-go
Gigi's Cupcakes
200 TX-332So good! We visit often.
Traveler advice
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Fishing Charters
Our family has taken a local fishing charter with Cowboy Charters, and really enjoyed it.
A Texas fishing license is required for everyone 17 and older. You can purchase a one day or annual fishing license. A license is also required even if you plan to use a local fishing charter. You may purchase a fishing license online or at Surfside Food Mart.
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Surf Lessons
Surf lessons are available in Surfside.
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Kayak Rentals
Kayak rentals are available and perfect since the home is near the bay and kayak launch.
Don't miss
Surf Fishing
A Texas fishing license is required for everyone 17 and older. You can purchase a one day or annual fishing license. You may purchase a fishing license online or at Surfside Food Mart. Our family enjoys surf fishing using live shrimp purchased at Hooker's Bait Shop.