Galveston County Map, Texas, USA

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Map of Galveston County - Galveston County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. Galveston County Map showing cities, highways, important places and water bodies. Get Where is Galveston County located in the map, major cities in Galveston county, population, areas, and places of interest.

Map of Galveston County, Texas

Map of Galveston County, Texas

Galveston County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Galveston. As per 2020 census, the population of Galveston County is 355062 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 399 sq mi (1,033 km2). Galveston County was established on 1838.

Facts about Galveston County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionTexas Gulf Coast / Southeast Texas
County SeatGalveston
Named AfterBernardo de Gálvez, Spanish military and political leader
Established1838
Organized1839
Coordinates29.2970° N, 94.7950° W
Total Area874 sq mi
Land Area378 sq mi
Water Area496 sq mi
Population (2020)350,682
Population RankSignificant and rapidly growing coastal county
Major CitiesGalveston, League City (largest), Texas City, Dickinson, La Marque
Main IndustriesPort & Shipping, Tourism, Petrochemicals, Healthcare, Education
Major AirportScholes International Airport (Galveston); Nearby: Houston Hobby (HOU)
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForGalveston beaches, Historic Strand District, Moody Gardens, Port of Galveston, Cruise terminals
Websitehttps://www.galvestoncountytx.gov

Top Attractions in Galveston County, Texas

  • Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier – Waterfront amusement rides and entertainment.
  • Moody Gardens – Rainforest pyramid, aquarium, and educational exhibits.
  • Galveston Seawall – Iconic coastal walkway with beaches and ocean views.
  • Schlitterbahn Galveston – Waterpark with slides, rivers, and family attractions.
  • The Strand Historic District – Shops, dining, and Victorian-era architecture.
  • Bishop’s Palace – Ornate Victorian mansion offering guided tours.
  • Galveston Island State Park – Beach and bay-side trails, bird-watching, and kayaking.
  • 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA – Restored sailing vessel at the Texas Seaport Museum.
  • Moody Mansion – Historic home museum showcasing early 1900s life.
  • Space Center Houston (County Border Access) – NASA visitor center with interactive space exhibits.

Cities & Towns in Galveston County, Texas

Galveston, League City, Texas City, Friendswood (partly), La Marque, Santa Fe, Hitchcock, Alvin (partly), Kemah, Nassau Bay, Bacliff, Tiki Island, Clear Lake Shores, Dickinson, Bayou Vista, Jamaica Beach