Amaze ‘N Texas
327 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX 77550
409-765-7020
Hours: Open daily: 11am - 10pm
except winter; Fri, Sat & Sun
Admission Charged
Fun for the whole family
Galveston Island Trolley
2016 Strand
Galveston, TX 77550
409-797-3900
Hours: Mon-Fri: 6am - 6:30pm,
Sat-Sun: 8:50am-6:30pm
Admission Free
Enjoy the scenery aboard the
free downtown trolley
Ghosts of Galveston Walking
Tour
4412 Avenue O
Galveston, TX 77550
409-766-7957
Hours: Call for additional
information
Admission Charged
1-1/2 hour walking ghost tour
of the historic Strand District.
Moody Gardens
One Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX 77554
800-582-4673
Hours: Vary, call for
additional information
Moody Gardens features a 10
story Rainforest Pyramid offering an incredible tropical environment, and is
home to the largest bat exhibit in the Southwest. The IMAX 3D keeps visitors
jumping out of their seats, and the experience is so real they reach out to
touch objects that seem to be inches away. Palm Beach offers a white sand beach
with a blue lagoon and lots of fun for kids. The Discovery Pyramid features a
host of interactive exhibits where visitors can learn about the wonders of
science, and take a fascinating adventure ride in the IMAX Ridefilm Theater.
Another Moody Gardens attraction, the Aquarium Pyramid, is one the largest in
the world and features 100,000 square feet of exhibit space showcasing the
waters of the world.
Seawolf Park
Pelican Island via Seawolf
500 51st Street
Galveston, TX 77551
409-744-5738
Hours: Open year-round, dawn to
dusk
Admission Charged
Enjoy a 3-story pavilion, a
WWII submarine, the USS Cavalla, a WWII destroyer escort, the USS Stewart, a
lighted fishing pier, playground, picnic area and more.
Stewart Beach Park & Recreation
Area
Intersection of Seawall Blvd.
and Broadway
Galveston, TX 77550
409-765-5023
Hours: Open March thru mid
October
Admission Charged
Call for additional information
Snack bar, gift shop & rentals
Pelican Island via Seawolf
500 51st Street
Galveston, TX 77551
409-744-5738
Hours: Summer, open 24 hours,
off season, dawn to dusk
Admission Charged
Call for additional information
Lighted fishing pier.
Offshore Energy Center's Ocean
Star
Pier 19
Galveston, TX 77551
409-766-STAR
Hours: Call for additional
information
Admission Charged
The Offshore Energy Center (OEC) operates its state-of-the-art facility, the
Ocean Star.
Visitors step on board, tour
the completely refurbished jackup drilling rig, absorb the day-to-day excitement
of offshore drilling and production, marine transportation, environmental
protection, construction, pipelining - all experienced through three decks of
videos, equipment exhibits and interactive displays. It's like a museum,
educational attraction and working drilling rig all rolled into one.
The Railroad Museum
100 Strand Ave.
Galveston, TX 77550
409-765-5700
Hours: Call for additional
information
Admission Charged
Shearn Moody Plaza was the headquarters of the Gulf, Colorado and Santa Fe until
the offices closed in 1964. The majority of the building is office space for
various businesses and organizations, but the large, central waiting room is the
original waiting room built in 1932.
Texas Aviation Hall of Fame /
Lone Star Flight Museum
2002 Terminal Dr.
Galveston, TX 77554
409-740-7722
Hours: Call for additional
information
Admission Charged
The museum is home to one of the finest collections of restored aircraft and
aviation exhibits in the nation. Over 40 restored aircraft are displayed and
most are in working condition. The collection includes WWII Fighters, Bombers,
Liaison Trainers, and Executive Planes.
Texas Seaport Museum and Tall
Ship Elissa
Pier 21 at
Harborside Dr.
Galveston, TX 77550
409-763-1877
Hours: Call for additional
information
Admission Charged
Share the adventure of the high seas at the Texas Seaport Museum, home of the
celebrated 1877 tall ship, Elissa. Explore the decks of this floating National
Historic Landmark which has also been designated one of America’s Treasures by
the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Walk ELISSA’s decks and imagine
the days when daring sailors challenged the world's oceans. In the adjacent
museum and theater, witness the story of ELISSA’s dramatic rescue from the scrap
yard and her meticulous restoration.