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, Voodoo Hut & Cat Scratch Kitchen (511 Bradford Ave) and Luckystroke Putt Club (609 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 17 miles from Kemah.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Kemah. The train journey from Kemah to New Orleans takes 9h 18m and costs around $86 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Austin, expect to pay about $81 for a 16h 20m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Kemah is to pick up a car hire from Austin, which is about 171 miles 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, Tornado Bus and Megabus. From Austin, the bus ride to Kemah takes 160 miles and will cost you around $37. From San Antonio, the ticket costs about $38 for a journey of 180 miles.

Plane

Although Kemah doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU), which is located 17 miles from Kemah.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Kemah. The train journey from Kemah to New Orleans takes 9h 18m and costs around $86 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Austin, expect to pay about $81 for a 16h 20m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Kemah is to pick up a car hire from Austin, which is about 171 miles 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, Tornado Bus and Megabus. From Austin, the bus ride to Kemah takes 160 miles and will cost you around $37. From San Antonio, the ticket costs about $38 for a journey of 180 miles.

Airlines serving Kemah

Lufthansa
Good (4,640 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
SWISS
Good (925 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,473 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,601 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,300 reviews)
Air France
Good (982 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,556 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (477 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,936 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,126 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,480 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,769 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (879 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,164 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (913 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,548 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 $19.08 and $25.43. Economy (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Kemah, while also 75% 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 $19.08 and $25.43. Economy (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Kemah, while also 75% cheaper than other types, on average.