We will then proceed to the Bishop's Palace, built in 1886 and ranked among the top 100 homes in the country for architectural significance. Our third stop will be the Galveston Railroad Museum located in the restored Union Depot in the historic Strand District. Once finished at the museum, you will have the rest of the afternoon to explore the Strand, the part of old downtown Galveston that has been restored and boasts unique shops, restaurants and galleries. This tour is mostly handicapped-accessible. Flat shoes, shorts and a hat are recommended.
Children are welcome.
Travel time is approximately 1 hour each way. This 2500-acre preserve on the western shore of Galveston Bay is a Texas State Coastal Preserve and is home to more than 370 species of birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians. We'll be cruising on the Bayou Ranger a 28-foot, electrically powered pontoon boat perfect for wildlife observation. Bring your binoculars and cameras. Flat shoes and a sun hat are recommended.