Galveston vacation rentals

Where Is Galveston, Texas?

Galveston is located in Southeast Texas on the Gulf of Mexico. It is a coastal resort city and port. It is located on Galveston Island and Pelican Island, providing residents with some of the best Galveston vacation rentals on the waterfront. The city is close to Alvin, La Porte, and Friendswood, Texas. For those who plan to visit the area, choosing vacation rentals on the waterfront is an option.

What airport is closest to Galveston?

For those who may be traveling to Galveston, TX, arriving at the airport is a common step. The closest airport with commercial airline service to Galveston is William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) which is in Houston and about 40 minutes from Galveston. Another option is Houston Intercontinental Airport, which is now known as George Bush Intercontinental Airport. It is also located in Houston. 

How big is Galveston Island?

Galveston Island is a large island spanning 27 miles long and less than 3 miles wide at its widest point. Overall, it has 66 square miles of land area. The island creates a separation between the Gulf of Mexico and West Bay. The Galveston Bay system, which the island is a part of, is at the eastern end of a chain of barrier islands. Overall, that island barrier extends for over 600 miles along the coasts.