Discover The Strand, Galveston's charming historic district
Visitors to Galveston will be familiar with its best-known district, The Strand, a National Historic Landmark that is the name of a street and its ...
Visitors to Galveston will be familiar with its best-known district, The Strand, a National Historic Landmark that is the name of a street and its surrounding area that encompasses five blocks in downtown Galveston. The Strand is lined with retail boutiques and independent restaurants and bars, and is considered by many as the "heart of the island." The Strand also showcases stunning Victorian architecture from a bygone era. If you're planning a visit to The Strand, keep reading to learn more about its history and what to see, do and eat on your next visit.