Things to do in Texas Gulf Coast

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Texas Gulf Coast
Hermann Park featuring landscape views and a park
Battleship Texas which includes military items
Memorial Park which includes a memorial, landscape views and a pond
Hermann Park showing a statue or sculpture, a monument and a garden

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Areas of Texas Gulf Coast

Discovery Green which includes a city, central business district and a high rise building

Downtown Houston

Known for its abundant dining options and live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Houston. Top attractions like Daikin Park and Toyota Center are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Central Station Main or Theater District Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Houston
This is one of the few beaches where you can drive your car onto the beach.
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Crystal Beach

Crystal Beach is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Crystal Beach and Gilchrist Beach while in the area.

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Cinnamon Shore

Though Cinnamon Shore might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mustang Island Beach and Palmilla Beach Golf Club.

Cinnamon Shore
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West End

While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like Jamaica Beach and Galveston Island State Park Beach.

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The Galleria

Travelers to The Galleria praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by The Galleria and Williams Tower.

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Jamaica Beach

Jamaica Beach is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Jamaica Beach and Galveston Island State Park Beach while you're in town.

Jamaica Beach