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The late 1800s were the heyday of Galveston's port (before Houston's was dug out). Victorian splendor is evident in the meticulously restored homes of this historic district, some of which are now museums. If you're in town the first two weekends of May, don't miss the Galveston Historic Homes Tour. In addition to visiting the neighborhood's museums, you can walk through privately owned homes dating from the 1800s. For more information about area house museums or the tour, contact the Heritage Visitors Center. Moody Mansion (2618 Broadway. 409/762-7668), the residence of generations of one of Texas's most powerful families, was completed in 1895. Tour its interiors of exotic woods and gilded trim filled with family heirlooms and personal effects. Ashton Villa (2328 Broadway. 409/762-3933), a formal Italianate villa, was built in 1859 of brick. Look for the curtains that shielded the more modest Victorian guests from the naked cupids painted on one wall.

  • Cost: Visitor center free, museums $6 each, tour $20
  • Open: Mon.-Sat. 10-4, Sun. noon-4
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