Goliad
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About Goliad
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.
Goliad travel guide
Getting there
Goliad is 150 miles southwest of Houston via US 59. The trip will take about 2-1/2 hours.
Getting 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
1 Goliad Golf Club, 1103 W. Fannin St.. 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. (updated Feb 2026)
Eat
There are several restaurants and some fast food outlets along US 59.
1 Deborah's Kitchen Table, 244 S. Commercial St.. M-F 6am - 3pm, closed Sa-Su. Friendly local diner serving breakfast and lunch. US10. (updated Feb 2026) 2 Wanda's Restaurant, 310-398 W. Pearl St., ☏ +1 361 645 8200. M-Sa 6am - 2ː30pm, closed Su. 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. US10. (updated Feb 2026) 3 Agave Jalisco, 116 W. Pearl St., ☏ +1 361 722 4026. Daily 6am - 10pm. Popular Tex-Mex restaurant with convenient hours serving 3 meals a day (breakfast items served all day). US15. (updated Feb 2026)
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.
Overview adapted from Wikipedia, travel guide fromWikivoyage (CC BY-SA)。Photography via Wikimedia Commons.