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Kemah Boardwalk
Bradford and
2nd Street, Kemah, TX 77565
* Tel: 877-AT-KEMAH; 281-334-9880
* URL: http://kemahboardwalk.com
* Activities: dining, shopping
A 40-acre waterfront area with rides and entertainment for
the whole family.
Many
visitors to Space Center Houston will
afterward go out for seafood at nearby Kemah, which is as
touristy as the Houston area gets. It used to be a rustic
shrimping port on Galveston Bay where you could buy some
shrimp and a beer and sit by the dock on an afternoon to
watch the shrimp boats come in. Most of the pier was washed
away in 1984 by a hurricane, and in the 1990s it was bought
by a developer who built the boardwalk, several restaurants,
a hotel, and some touristy stores and attractions. The
restaurants overlook the water; if you stroll down the
boardwalk you'll pass every one. Pick the one that most
appeals to you. Among the attractions is a 50,000-gallon,
floor-to-ceiling aquarium housing more than 100 species of
tropical fish in the Aquarium Restaurant.
Visit Kemah Boardwalk
Kemah Boardwalk, a newly redeveloped
waterside town that's home to several seafood restaurants,
as well as a Coney Island-style theme park with a Ferris
wheel and mini train. The most popular spot is the Aquarium,
which sports a visually amazing three-story cylindrical fish
tank in the center, not to mention several wall units. If
you can't stand the wait, though, go for a nostalgic trip to
the Jimmy Walker Room, the upscale upstairs dining room of
Landry's, which also has the best deck view of boats on
Galveston Bay.
Herman Park: The Kemah
boardwalk located...
The Kemah boardwalk located about 20 minutes
away from downtown is lovely place to spend time. Known for
it's beautiful sunsets and seafood, this place packs up a
lively atmosphere with a ferris wheel for the kids along
with several other rides. Other will enjoy walking along the
boardwalk, looking at the boats in the marina. You can also
take a boat trip for around $7. You will also find various
live entertainment. Whenever I visit, there is always a live
band and an artist that performs juggling stunts with a
twist of fire and blades. I highly recommend this place to
everyone. Plus parking is free!!!
For the Kids
A new addition to the Boardwalk is the amusement park.
Children love riding on the Ferris wheel, going round and
round on the carousel or taking a ride on the gas-powered
train that circles the entire Boardwalk. Do the kids need to
get rid of some of that energy before they sit down to eat?
Let them run through the "dancing fountains." Random sprays
of water coming from the ground can reach up to 12 feet and
will have your children screaming with delight. A definite
favorite with the kids!
Kemah's Neighbor
Galveston, Texas, is only a 15-minute trip up the road and a
perfect day trip if you're staying on the Boardwalk. If
you're ready to hit the beach consider the family-oriented
Stewart Beach or try an activity away from the water. The
Strand is home to specialty stores selling everything from
art to ocean knick-knacks, and quaint restaurants and cafes.
Moody Gardens is 156 acres of fun! Children love walking
through the Rainforest Pyramid and checking out plants from
all around the globe. The Discovery Pyramid offers a
galactic experience with space exhibits, and the IMAX
Theater's six-story screen will delight kids and adults.
Whether it's a day trip or a weeklong excursion, you won't
have a dull moment when you stroll the Kemah Boardwalk!
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The Kemah Boardwalk on
Galveston Bay has become one of the area's biggest
attractions. Less than 40 minutes from south of downtown,
the Boardwalk and surrounding aea have an entertaining mix
of restaurants, shops, hotels and amusement rides. It's a
great place to spend an afternoon or evening enjoying the
waterfont sights and sounds, browsing in the shops, and
satisfying your appetite for seafood.
Take Time for Fun in
Texas: Stroll the Kemah Boardwalk! By Donna Smith
Imagine walking along a wooden pier nestled
by the water's edge, drinking a delicious frozen drink.
Smells of fried seafood and the ocean waft through the air
as you watch the kids play carnival games, stopping
occasionally to throw the seagulls a treat. As you make your
way up the boardwalk towards the amusement park, you pause
to let the train pass, waving to the passengers as they go
by. Maybe now you'll head up to the stores and browse a
while or let the kids get wet in the fountains. Or maybe
you'll sit down at one of the tables on the water's edge and
eat a delicious meal while the kids play on the playground
equipment. You can do all of this, and more, at the Kemah
Boardwalk, located only 20 miles from the hustle and bustle
of downtown Houston, Texas.
Kemah Today
Years ago, people from all over would make the drive to the
small seaside town to eat. A few restaurants lined the
water. People would eat dinner, maybe stop and throw the
ducks a few pieces of bread or crackers they took from the
restaurant, then make their way home. In the late 1990s, The
Landry Group, based in Houston, Texas, renovated the
Boardwalk and turned it into the spectacular place it is
today. A family can spend the entire day in Kemah – there's
something for everyone!
Shop the Boardwalk > click here!
Eating on the Boardwalk > click here!
Stay a While
Located right on the Boardwalk, in front of the fountains,
is the new Kemah Boardwalk Inn. With a breathtaking view of
the ocean, this 52-room, full-service hotel is perfect for
those who want to savor what Kemah has to offer. Whether
looking down at the water or watching a local band play on
the stage beside the fountains, you can't go wrong with this
charming hotel which prides itself on making the guest the
No. 1 priority.
Other charming accommodations can be found just off the
Boardwalk. Stay in fully converted 1930s "fishing shacks" at
The Sculpture Garden Bed & Breakfast. Stroll through the
outdoor sculpture garden filled with over 100 original
sculptures and 50 waterfalls. Firewood is provided on
request to chase away the chill or to add to a romantic
atmosphere!
Southern hospitality is what you'll find at Awhite Texas
Pelican Bed & Breakfast. Located right next to the Boardwalk
on Galveston Bay, guests will enjoy a private 100-foot pier
in this charming two-story home.
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