Overview
Goliad is one of the oldest and most historically significant towns in Texas. There are the remains of a ruined Spanish mission, a restored mission Espiritu Santo, and a state park (on the river). The most significant site is the wonderfully restored Presidio de La Bahia. Goliad is also the site of the Fannin Battleground where the infamous Goliad Massacre occurred during the Texas war for independence from Mexico.
Located on the San Antonio River, it is also near the Gulf of Mexico and the resort town of Rockport. There is a beautiful and historic town square with shops and cafes and the restored county courthouse.
1 things to do · 3 places to eat
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Best things about Goliad
Goliad Golf Club
18 hole course that's a bit thin and dry on the fairways but fun to play, easy to get a tee time, and more affordable than big city courses.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Oct–May. Summer highs reach about 95°F; winter lows dip to about 48°F. Very hot (Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: Sep and Jun. (climate data from nearby Corpus Christi)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- VCT Victoria Regional Airport, Victoria — 31 mi away. Directions
- CRP Corpus Christi International Airport, Corpus Christi — 62 mi away. Directions
- SAT San Antonio International Airport, San Antonio — 88 mi away (major hub). Directions
Goliad is 150 miles southwest of Houston via US 59. The trip will take about 2-1/2 hours.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
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Food for you
There are several restaurants and some fast food outlets along US 59.
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Get in
Goliad is 150 miles southwest of Houston via US 59. The trip will take about 2-1/2 hours.
Get around
This is a rural small town. Visitors will find it difficult to get around without a car.
See
- Presidio La Bahia
- Mision Espiritu Santo
- Fannin Battleground
- Zaragoza's birthplace
Do
Do Goliad Golf Club
18 hole course that's a bit thin and dry on the fairways but fun to play, easy to get a tee time, and more affordable than big city courses.
Eat
There are several restaurants and some fast food outlets along US 59.
Eat Deborah's Kitchen Table
Friendly local diner serving breakfast and lunch.
Eat Wanda's Restaurant
Homey restaurant near the courthouse serving Tex-Mex cuisine for breakfast and lunch. The migas are recommended along with the 911 salsa (if you dareǃ). Lunch is mainly burgers and tacos.
Eat Agave Jalisco
Popular Tex-Mex restaurant with convenient hours serving 3 meals a day (breakfast items served all day).
Sleep
Camping is available in the Goliad State Park. There are some budget hotels along US 59. The Best Western Plus is the most upscale.
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