Attractions in Galveston.

Attractions in Galveston.

Galveston offers everything in a resort destination - beautiful accommodations, entertainment, shopping and 32 miles of Gulf Coast beaches. Galveston's festivals, special events and attractions are enjoyable for islanders and tourists alike. One bit of advice - don't wait until you have out-of-town visitors to tour the many attractions.

Moody Gardens
Rain forests of Africa, Asia and South America are duplicated under one roof.
Attraction type: Aquarium; Garden; Nature Center; Zoo; Museum Complex


Palm Beach at Moody Gardens
Family-friendly beach features fresh-water lagoons, waterfalls and other amusements including paddleboats and volleyball courts.
Attraction type: Aquarium; Beach


Lone Star Flight Museum
Housed in a large aircraft hangar, this world-class aviation museum features restored aircraft and historic photographs.
Attraction type: Transportation Museum; History Museum


Texas Seaport Museum
Museum details the history of Galveston Island and features a newly restored ship that was originally built in 1877.
Attraction type: Maritime Museum


Galveston Island State Park
Historic park offering camping, hiking, bird watching, biking and swimming.
Attraction type: State Park


Moody Mansion Museum
Elegant late 19th-century mansion housing a collection of decorative arts associated with the Moodys, one of the city's most prominent families.
Attraction type: Historic Home; Art Museum


Ashton Villa
Built in the Victorian Italianate style in 1859, this home opened to the public in 1974.
Attraction type: Historic Home


The Strand
A lively strip in the heart of historic Galveston feautures pubs, delis and specialty shops.
Attraction type: Scenic/Historic Walking Area


Bishop's Palace
Ranked among the top 100 homes in the U.S. for its architectural significance, this ornate 1893 building was the home to the family of Walter Gresham, a former Confederate colonel and U.S. Congressman.
Attraction type: Historic Home


Seawolf Park
Scenic park on Pelican Island offers scenic views of the Port of Galveston.
Attraction type: State Park


Stewart Beach
Family-oriented beach park offers activities and special events for adults and kids alike.
Attraction type: Beach; Park; State Park


Big Reef Nature Park
Nature park that features a nature trail at East Lagoon and a dune walkover.
Attraction type: Nature Reserve; Park


The Seawall
Walk along this eight-mile seawall built to protect Galveston from the raging winds and waters of the Gulf of Mexico.
Attraction type: Scenic/Historic Walking Area


East Beach
The biggest in the Lone Star state, this popular beach features outdoor concerts, special events and other activities for people of all ages. And unlike most public beaches, East Beach allows the consumption of alcohol.
Attraction type: Beach


Broadway
The historic area of Galveston noted for its beautiful old buildings
Attraction type: Scenic/Historic Walking Area


Mary Moody Northern Amphitheater
Accommodates 1,700 seats.
Attraction type: Theater


Jamaica Beach
Developed in 1957, this popular beach resort was built on the site of a former Karankawa burial ground.
Attraction type: Beach


Poretto Beach
Popular beach featuring playground facilities, eateries and picnic areas.
Attraction type: Beach

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