Attractions in Kemah

Discover Kemah, TX — a friendly coastal city nestled along Galveston Bay. Located just a short drive from Houston, spend the day, a long weekend, or the week exploring Kemah and the Houston Bay area. Between noshing on fresh seafood and enjoying live music in one of the city's eclectic bars, explore Kemah's attractions. You'll find them both under the sun and indoors. Here are a handful of the attractions awaiting your visit.

Kemah Boardwalk Rides and Amusements

Kemah Boardwalk caters to adrenaline junkies who never pass up a roller coaster and amusement rides that plummet, spin, or defy gravity! The Boardwalk also caters to kiddos and the less adventurous, as well, with a giant Ferris wheel, nostalgic double-decker carousel, and splash pad. The midway carnival games, arcade, live entertainment, and family-friendly events will bring smiles to your entire clan. With casual to elegant dining and the onsite Kemah Boardwalk Inn, this amusement park is a destination unto itself.

215 Kipp Avenue
Kemah, TX 77565
(281) 535-8100

Kemah Lighthouse and Pocket Park

This iconic blue and white lighthouse is a testament to Kemah's ingenuity. The lighthouse is both a water tower and a beacon for sailors. A 750-pound lens within an enclosed lantern room sits atop the water tower and makes a full rotation every minute. This lighthouse is as unique as its location — the Lighthouse District in which boutiques, spas, ethnic restaurants, BBQ joints, eclectic bars, and experiential dining all rub elbows.

5th St.
Kemah, TX 77565 
(281) 334-1611

Paradise for Foodies

Speaking of food, both burger dives and 5-star restaurants put Kemah on the foodie map. Kemah Boardwalk's restaurants run the gamut from Landry's Seafood House to Saltgrass Steak House and Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. At the Aquarium Restaurant, dine with sea creatures for an unforgettable meal, especially for your little ones. Head to Kemah's Lighthouse District for family-run eateries and cuisine that ranges from BBQ and Cajun to Greek and Thai. For a 5-star dining and cultural experience, savor the flavors of North and South American Indigenous food at Ishtia by Eculent (open Thursday–Sunday evenings, reservations recommended).

Kemah Boardwalk and Kemah Lighthouse District
Kemah, TX 77565

Kemah Mural Park

Grab an Instagram selfie with "Welcome to Kemah" as your backdrop or line up the whole family for a "wish you were here" social media post. Houston Astros fans will love mural artist Jesse de Leon's tribute to the World Series winning team.

602 Bradford Ave.
Kemah, TX 77565

Escape Kemah

Escape Kemah offers four different scenarios. Rob the bank of millions in The Vault, defuse an explosive in The Bomb Room, get the sabotaged Studio 99 up and running, or escape with your life from The Shack. Do you have what it takes to work as a team, unlock the room’s secrets and escape within an hour? Only time will tell!

609 Bradford Street #213 
Kemah, TX 77565
(281) 549-7697

Kemah Boardwalk Marina

Whether you're sailing away on a private catamaran charter or taking sailing lessons, head to Kemah Boardwalk Marina. Here, too, you'll find Kemah's Nautical Boat Club — a boating country club.

555 Bradford Ave.
Kemah, TX 77565
(281) 334-2284