Kemah Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Kemah Boardwalk featuring rides and signage
Kemah
Kemah
Kemah
Kemah

Bring the whole family to the marina and exciting entertainment district of this picturesque bayside city in the Houston suburbs.

Kemah is a pretty coastal town with an interesting boardwalk and scenic views of the Gulf Coast. In previous decades, it was a tranquil fishing town. Now it is an entertainment hub, with plenty of restaurants, bars and intriguing sights. Enjoy its hot Texas climate for fun outdoor activities and events overlooking the bay.

The heart of the city is the Kemah Entertainment District, which is based around the iconic Kemah Boardwalk. Take your kids to the amusement ride section, which opens daily from morning until late evening. Go on the Boardwalk Beast, a thrilling boat ride with music and entertainment.

Gaze up at the impressive wooden structure of the Boardwalk Bullet, with its many crossovers and twists. Other rides include the Wonder Wheel, the Double-Decker Carousel and the Ferris Wheel.

Make your way to the Stingray Reef and Rainforest Exhibit, where you and your family can touch swimming stingrays. Wander through the rainforest area to see scorpions, tarantulas, snakes and piranhas, among other exotic creatures.

Choose from the range of bars and eclectic dining options near Trinity Bay. Many of the restaurants specialize in seafood. Enjoy views of the boats in this region. The main local industry is shipping. The marina has one of the largest concentrations of boats in Texas.

Embark on a cruise from the Boardwalk Fantasea in the Clear Lake and Galveston Bay areas. The enormous charter yacht has upscale dinner trips, party cruises and sightseeing tours. Venture southwest from the boardwalk area to the shopping complex full of restaurants and stores.

Find the city in the northeastern part of Galveston County in southeastern Texas. It is west of Trinity Bay in the southeastern outskirts of Houston. Fly to the George Bush Intercontinental Airport and drive south for 45 miles (72 kilometers) to get here in about 1 hour.

Kemah is perfect for a fun family day out enjoying the amusements and marina boardwalk.

Where to stay in Kemah

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Clear Lake Shores

You'll enjoy the live music and parks in Clear Lake Shores. You might want to make time for a stop at Kemah Lighthouse District or Clear Lake.

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Kemah Boardwalk Inn

Kemah Boardwalk Inn

3 out of 5
8 Kemah Waterfront Street, Kemah, TX
The price is NZ$1,306 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$1,306
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kemah. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,043 reviews)
"Was a great stay !!! We will be back"

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

Kemah Boardwalk Inn
Courtyard by Marriott Houston Kemah

Courtyard by Marriott Houston Kemah

3 out of 5
805 Harris Avenue, Kemah, TX
The price is NZ$260 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$260
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Kemah. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Nice location, can walk down to Boardwalk and Bar locations close to this location."

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Houston Kemah
Hotel Bliss Kemah

Hotel Bliss Kemah

2 out of 5
1411 Highway 146, Kemah, TX
The price is NZ$683 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
NZ$683
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Kemah. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Space ...
7.2/10 Good! (569 reviews)
"Rooms where clean and nice and staff was friendly would definitely choose this place again. Thanks"

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

Hotel Bliss Kemah
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Cozy Cabin on the Water -Full Access

Cozy Cabin on the Water -Full Access

Kemah
Stay at this apartment in Kemah. Enjoy a garden, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Space Center Houston and Kemah Boardwalk are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (64 reviews)
Great Getaway!
"Enjoyed a day/night listening to the crickets and sitting on the porch, under all of the shade trees! Great place to stay, especially with pets!"

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

Cozy Cabin on the Water -Full Access
Gorgeous Bay Breeze Estate

Gorgeous Bay Breeze Estate

Kemah
Book a stay at this ski vacation home in Kemah. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a water park. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (236 reviews)
Annual Boat Trip
"We travel the Texas coast by boat with a large group of friends annually. This property was by far the very best place we have ever stayed. Was it perfect, no. I am sure some people will find something wrong with it. It was perfect for us. The bedrooms were nice sized, except for the primary suite ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Gorgeous Bay Breeze Estate
Kemah Pool Retreat & Boardwalk Fun

Kemah Pool Retreat & Boardwalk Fun

Kemah
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Kemah. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Space Center Houston and Kemah ...
9/10 Wonderful! (74 reviews)
2 night stay
"Nice home. Enjoyed the pool."

Reviewed on 28 Jun. 2025

Kemah Pool Retreat & Boardwalk Fun
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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