Charming Towns & Coastal Escapes Around Houston You’ll Love

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Houston is an amazing hub, but one of its best perks is how many unique towns and coastal getaways sit just a short drive away. Whether you’re craving ocean views, historic downtowns, or small-town Texas charm, these nearby destinations are perfect for day trips or weekend adventures. 1. Baytown, TX Baytown is often overlooked, but it really has a quiet charm of its own. It may not have the polish of Sugar Land or The Woodlands, but that’s part of what makes it special. In the last few years, it’s grown into a true hidden gem. Sitting along the Houston Ship Channel, Baytown offers beautiful waterfront views, peaceful nature escapes like the Baytown Nature Center and  Eddie V. Gray Wetlands Center, a lovely library, and a cozy downtown filled with seasonal events, free public art, Umbrella Alley, and fun Christmas celebrations for the whole community. And the drive over the iconic Fred Hartman Bridge — a distinctive cable-stayed bridge with double diamond-shaped towers — feels like ...
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St. Petersburg, Dazzling And Surreal Art Displays

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Art displays, public installations and a quirky downtown with unsanctioned artworks I choose over the gorgeous white beaches, clearest blue waters and dazzling sunsets. To my delight, I don't have to struggle with the choice while visiting St. Pete. Scenic walks are just a few steps from the turquoise beaches.


"Face the Jury," the chairs sculpture made by a Boston artist Douglas Kornfeld. Look for the 13 diverse in shape red metal chairs near the St. Pete Judicial center at 545 First Avenue North. You won't miss them, they are at least six-feet high and cherry red.


The Chihuly Collection at the Morean Art Center

The Salvador Dali Museum 






 

Florida CraftArt






 Downtown





 

 

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Location: St. Petersburg, FL, USA

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