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Riding the ferry can be a free, fun and rewarding experience for all ages. There are a tremendous number of things to see during the trip: historical shipwrecks, lighthouses, forts, beaches, small water craft, and shipping traffic. There is also amazing wildlife, the 18 minute trip is a favorite for birdwatchers and dolphin lovers.
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- Cooke Moore
Riding the Galveston to Port Bolivar ferry can be a free, fun and rewarding experience for all ages. There are a tremendous number of things to see during the trip: historical shipwrecks, lighthouses, forts, beaches, small water craft, and shipping traffic. I didn't mention the amazing wildlife. The trip is a favorite for birdwatchers and dolphin lovers. Best of all, there is a way to skip the long line and get right onto the ferry, no waiting!
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One of the big draws to Galveston Island was being able to park, for free, on Seawall Blvd. Parking just above, you could then walk down and enjoy a day at the beach. In 2013, the city Parks Board began to charge for parking, promising to improve facilities along the beach with the revenues from parking fees. However, there are a couple of ways to get around this and get free parking.