Kemah travel guide

Kemah Tourism | Kemah Guide

You're Going to Love Kemah

With a population of 1.986, Kemah is a must-see destination in Texas, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Kemah to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Kemah

If you’re looking for affordable options, Aquarium - Kemah (#11 Kemah Boardwalk) and Voodoo Hut & Cat Scratch Kitchen (511 Bradford Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Kemah

Kemah in February
Estimated hotel price
$150
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kemah in February
Estimated hotel price
$150
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Kemah

Plane

Although Kemah doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU), which is located 27 km from Kemah.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Kemah. The train journey from Kemah to San Antonio takes 4h 45m and costs around $55 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Lafayette, expect to pay about $87 for a 5h 54m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Kemah is to pick up a car hire from Austin, which is about 275 km from Kemah. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Fox, among others, in Austin.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Kemah, including RedCoach, Megabus and FlixBus. From Austin, the bus ride to Kemah takes 282 km and will cost you around $38. From Dallas, the ticket costs about $76 for a journey of 362 km.

Plane

Although Kemah doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU), which is located 27 km from Kemah.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Kemah. The train journey from Kemah to San Antonio takes 4h 45m and costs around $55 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Lafayette, expect to pay about $87 for a 5h 54m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Kemah is to pick up a car hire from Austin, which is about 275 km from Kemah. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Fox, among others, in Austin.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Kemah, including RedCoach, Megabus and FlixBus. From Austin, the bus ride to Kemah takes 282 km and will cost you around $38. From Dallas, the ticket costs about $76 for a journey of 362 km.

Airlines serving Kemah

Lufthansa
Good (4,623 reviews)
KLM
Good (850 reviews)
SWISS
Good (927 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,466 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,607 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,294 reviews)
Air France
Good (973 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,547 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,930 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,484 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,746 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (877 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,161 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (916 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,533 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kemah

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hotel Bliss Kemah Boardwalk By OYO and Scottish Inn & Suites - Kemah Boardwalk.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kemah

Hiring a car in Kemah

Expect to pay $1.59 per litre in Kemah (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.02 and $25.36. Economy (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Kemah, while also 76% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $1.59 per litre in Kemah (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.02 and $25.36. Economy (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Kemah, while also 76% cheaper than other types, on average.