The Best La Porte Guide

If you are due for a vacation and you want a place where you can combine history, shopping, sports, and family bonding activities, La Porte Texas is where you should go. Less than an hour’s drive from Houston, this city by the bay is perfect for an active but relaxing break.

La Porte is a place with history; it was the site of the Battle of San Jacinto in 1836, the battle which established Texas as a republic independent from Mexico. You can trace the trail of this battle as you walk along the San Jacinto State Historical Park. From the park you can enter the San Jacinto Museum of History, a place where children can learn about Texas history in interesting ways.

La Porte has a total of 22 parks and recreation facilities; these include bicycle and hiking trails for some adventurous outdoor exercise. For some serious stretching, you have 12 miles of trails that go through several parks, down to Sylvan Beach, and the La Porte Fitness and Recreation Center. Kids especially enjoy the city’s 350,000 gallon wave pool, and golfers will feel right at home in the Bay Forest Golf Course. This beautiful bayside golf haven has earned the reputation of being one of the top 20 golf courses in the Lone Star State. There is something for everyone in La Porte, and you better believe that something special in this city is waiting for you. Continue to read our Visit La Porte TX Travel and start planning your vacation to La Porte today. For a list of the best beaches in Texas, visit here.

La Porte Weather (When to Visit)

The best time to visit La Porte is October to November or March to April when the weather is warm, but not sweltering, and accommodation prices are reasonable. Winter is the best time to score a deal on your accommodations, but it will likely be too chilly to enjoy La Porte’s beach activities. The months that span May and September constitute La Porte’s long summer season, where lodging rates, tourism and temps are at their peak.

Best La Porte Area Beaches

Sylvan Beach

Sylvan Beach is a nice little man-made beach with fine sand and a long fishing pier within a quick and easy drive from Galveston or Houston. A very family-friendly place with free entry, where alcohol is prohibited and the police patrols through the area are frequent. Among the visitors, there are always many families with kids, and no wonder – the beach is equipped with two modern shaded playgrounds to the delight of the little ones.

El Jardin Beach

El Jardin Beach is a beautiful small beach with a rich marine life – a great spot for a quick trip with your family or pet. Dogs are allowed but must be kept on a leash, although some visitors unleash them when playing or surfing in the water.

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Crystal Beach

Due to its remote location requiring a ferry ride and few amenities on site, Crystal Beach on the Bolivar Peninsula isn’t very popular with tourists and doesn’t have as many visitors as other beaches in the area, so it’s a great alternative to the overcrowded beaches of Galveston.

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Galveston Island East Beach

East Beach is one of the rare beaches in Galveston where alcohol is allowed. At the same time, most of the visitors know how to behave and, apart from youngster companies and party lovers, some families with children like to come here as well.

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Stewart Beach

If you’re planning a beach day with your nearest and dearest in a safe and convenient atmosphere, Stewart Beach is a place of choice for you. It offers all necessary beach amenities, such as public restrooms, rinse showers, food outlets, children’s playground, pavilion, and sports courts where you can play volleyball.

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Best La Porte Restaurants

Monument Inn $11 – 30

One of the well-loved hallmarks of this popular Monument Inn Restaurant is the remarkable views of the Houston ship channel.  While  enjoying your meal there is a great view out our second story windows of the international ships are constantly sailing into or out of port. Specializing in Fresh Gulf Coast Seafood and offering a wide array of Steaks, Chicken and Pasta Dishes, Monument Inn serves up Houston’s tastiest waterfront dining. Telephone: 281-479-1521 Web: Monument Inn.

Main 101 Grill & Bar $11 – 30

Enjoy casual fine dining, local artistry, and a luxurious bar stocked with your favorite wines and our signature cocktails.  – in La Porte.  Based upon their deep-rooted principles of good service, high-quality cuisine and excellent value, this fine dining contemporary grill was designed and built with you, the customer, in mind.   Telephone: 281-470-8484 Web: Main 101 Grill & Bar.

The Southern Komfort Kitchen $11 – 30

The Kitchen was born in 2011 in the city of La Porte, in the great state of Texas. After dining for years in other local restaurants and steakhouses that served prepackaged and reheated processed food, they decided to open a restaurant that would cook food the way it used to be done. They take great pride in preparing all their fresh food from scratch, just like Grandma used to make. Telephone: 281-867-9231 Web: The Southern Komfort Kitchen.

Pipeline Grill $11 – 30

Their brick fired pizza, great burgers and a good selection of American food favorites make them a local favorite. They also offer an Early Dining Menu for those looking to save a few dollars. Pipeline Grill is also a great venue for Happy Hour with a great selection of craft beers and specialty frozen drinks! Telephone: 281-470-0141 Web: Pipeline Grill.

Burger Libre $11 – 30

Brutally awesome no-holds-barred burgers. 100% beef freshly pounded to perfection, right there where you can see it. Hand-stuffed tacos. Hand-spun shakes. Hard-earned swagger. Melty cheese. Lavish veggies. Thick-sliced bacon. And their famous Libre sauce. You can have fries and a taco with every burger. Their signature Skeleto tacos: sublimely-seasoned little treasures in a slightly crunchy shell. Telephone: 281-941-4305 Web: Burger Libre.

Best La Porte Nightlife

Man Kind Sports Bar

Man Kind, opened in June 2015 by the Anagnostou family, is built on their love of sports with deep roots in the community. Think of Man Kind as a sports lovers living room. Eleven huge high-def screens, delicious food, a full bar, and fourteen beers on tap. Join your friends for the big game, you wont have to fuss; leave it all to them. Telephone: 281-
941-9584 Web: Man Kind Sports Bar.

Neon Moon Saloon

If you like neighborhood bars, outside eclectic seating, and fun friendly people… this is your spot! It’s worth a trip to La Porte for a nice day out. Decent beer choices, fun games, pool table, and bands that play there. Very cool biker bar. Telephone: 281- 471-6366 Web: Neon Moon Saloon.

Rosewater

A local favorite place to hang out and relax and have awesome, sophisticated cocktails.  Their drink menu is always changing and keeps things fresh.  The people there are so nice and really know their stuff.  They also have really good options for beer and wine.  You can also have food delivered to you and make it a dinner out with delicious cocktails.   Telephone: 832-224-4182 Web: Rosewater.

Shacks Club & Pub

Down to earth,  bar with a great selection of music and a great DJ. I love when a DJ believes in his playlist enough to dance and enjoy his own vibe.
If you are looking for a nice, laid back,  friendly atmosphere try this place. Telephone: 281-471-2256 Web: Shacks Club & Pub.

Volcano Room

This is an island-inspired craft cocktail lounge featuring small plates.
This bar is very friendly, on point and helpful with a great atmosphere. Telephone: 281-549-4080 Web: Volcano Room.

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