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Do you want to get away for Labor Day weekend? Do you want to get away, but don’t want to or can’t leave the state? Well you’re in luck! I’ve compiled a list of places you can go with your friends and family to celebrate Labor Day weekend without leaving the Lone Star State. Read on for your next staycation.
The Beaches
Galveston, TX
If you drive south of Houston, TX, you’ll cross over the bridge to Galveston. While the water at the beach may not attract you to visit the way some of the other beaches on the list will, Galveston is still a great place to spend Labor Day Weekend. When you see the glass pyramids, you know you’ve reached Moody Gardens amusement park. With an aquarium, rain forest, museum, and ropes and zip lining, Moody Gardens is a perfect family getaway for this Labor Day Weekend. Bring your swimsuits and take a ride on the lazy river found at the water park. And if you’re wanting more fun in the sun and water rides, spend some time at Schlitterbahn water park. If you’re more into leisurely walking around, take a stroll on the Strand and check out the shops. Pleasure Pier is also a great spot for amusement rides and walking down along the coast.
Kemah, TX
Source: Tour Texas
Not far from Galveston is the Kemah Boardwalk in Galveston Bay. With all the optics of a fair, Kemah is a great place for those wanting to spend time on various rides, eating, and playing games. The amusement park has rides for the whole family. If you want to sail across the sea, boat rentals are available. If you’re not much for being captain of the boat, you can book a boat tour. Kemah is also a great place for fishing. If you’re looking for family fun over the holiday weekend, try Kemah out. It’s a great area for walking, dining, and shopping.
Corpus Christi, TX
Further down the Texas coast is Corpus Christi, TX, home to the Selena museum. The beaches here are beautiful and cater to all beach goers. For a small fee, make your way to the Bob Hall pier where you can surf, go fishing, or swim. Take a horse back ride down the pristine North Beach or visit the Texas State Aquarium. If you’re into history, take a tour of the USS Lexington museum. Or, if you just want to spend your time frolicking around the beach, try your hand at sailing. There’s so many things to do here. You can’t go wrong speading your weekend in Corpus Christi.
