ATTRACTIONS
Amusements
IMAX Ridefilm
1 Hope Boulevard • Galveston, TX 77554
Enjoy an incredible experience on this 18 passenger ride that is surrounded by a seamless spherically-curved, wraparound screen that takes you at warp speed through a variety of wonders and high quality images. mapSchlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark
2026 Lockheed Street • Galveston, TX 77554
409-770-WAVE
The Wasserfest is 70,000-square-foot indoor/outdoor convertible area offering more than a dozen heated waterpark attractions. This portion of the park operates year-round and includes tube slides, speed slides, children's activity areas, a secluded beach, hot tub, and the Torrent Tidal Wave River. The Surfenburg area offers 16 water attractions, including uphill water coasters, a wave lagoon, beaches, body slides, the Tiki Tikes kids’ area, Boogie Bahn surf ride, family raft rides, and three different rivers that all connect to form the park’s Transportainment™ system. more... map
Historic Homes & Buildings
Ashton Villa (circa 1859)
2328 Broadway • Galveston, TX 77551
409-762-3933
This gracious Italiante mansion was built during Galveston's reign as the leading seaport of the Southwest. It was the first of Galveston's Broadway mansions and is filled with antiques, heirlooms, and original artwork. The home also contains a visitors center with informational brochures. mapBishop's Palace (circa 1886)
1402 Broadway • Galveston, TX 77550
409-762-2475
Beautiful example of the attention to detail that was the hallmark of old-time craftsmen abound in Galveston. The house is ranked among the top 100 homes for its architectural significance. Tours are offered every half hour. mapMichel B. Menard Home (circa 1838)
1605 Thirty-Third Street • Galveston, TX 77551
409-762-3933
Guided tours are available at this charming Old South, Greek Revival home that was owned by the founders of both Galveston and Houston and features an outstanding collection of Federal and American Empire antiques. mapMoody Mansion and Museum (circa 1893)
2618 Broadway • Galveston, TX 77551
409-762-7668
Designed by William H. Tyndall, this limestone and brick mansion is filled with Moody family heirlooms and features coffered ceilings, rare handcarved wood, stained glass, and period decorations in the ballroom that are the same as when Mary Moody made her social debut in 1911. mapPowhatan House (circa 1847)
3427 Avenue O • Galveston, TX 77551
409-763-0077
One of the most beautiful Greek Revival homes in Texas, this magnificent house was built by John Seabrook Sydnor, a pioneer merchant and mayor of Galveston, and features numerous period furnishings, art work, and antiques. mapSamuel May Williams Home (circa 1839)
3601 Avenue P • Galveston, TX 77550
409-765-1839
One of the oldest houses on the island, it is a prime example of a early 1800's prefabricated house. The home was built in Maine then carefully taken apart and shipped to Galveston where it was reassembled. The house is a mixture of a Creole plantation and New England home. map
Libraries & Research Centers
Rosenberg Library
2310 Avenue I • Galveston, TX 77550
409-763-8854
The Rosenberg is the oldest Texas public library in continous operation and one of the oldest in the Southwest. map
Museums & Galleries
Galveston County Historical Museum
2219 Market • Galveston, TX 77553
409-766-2340
Housed in a narrow old bank building, the exhibits in this compact museum tell the story of Galveston County, the Civil War Battle of Galveston, and the devastating 1900 hurricane. mapMardi Gras Museum
2309 Ship's Mechanic Row • Galveston, TX 77551
409-765-5930
Focusing on past and present Mardi Gras festivities held in Galveston, this museum features a large array of costumes and historical memorabilia, as well as models of the Street Arches that were created for Mardi Gras. mapOcean Star Offshore Drilling Rig & Museum, The
Pier 19
409-766-STAR
Operated by the Offshore Energy Center, visitors to this state-of-the-art facility can step on board this drilling rig and learn how gas and oil are produced offshore. Exhibits on offshore drilling, construction, interactive displays, models, and production marine transportation are located on the three decks. mapRailroad Museum
123 Rosenberg • Galveston, TX 77550
765-5700
Located in the old art deco Santa Fe railroad station, two of the museum's prize exhibits are the waiting room, set up with more than 30 life-sized sculptures of travelers frozen in time in the 1930s. The largest collection of vintage railroad locomotives and cars in the Southwest is displayed on the station's tracks. mapTexas Aviation Hall of Fame
2002 Terminal Drive • Galveston, TX 77554
409-740-7722
Home to some of the finest restored aircraft and aviation exhibits in the world. There are more than 40 aircrafts on display. mapTexas Seaport Museum and Elissa
Pier 21 at Harborside Drive
409-763-1877
This museum is home of the celebrated 1877 tall ship Elissa. Visitors can explore the ship and find out what is was like to be onboard. There is a theatre adjacent that shows a very informative film about the career of the Elissa. map
Parks, Gardens & Zoos
East Beach/R.A. Apffel Park
Seawall & Boddeker Drive
409-762-3278
Bird watchers will enjoy catching glimpses of their favorite birds at this park that features an outdoor pavilion, game room, volleyball courts, an outdoor bar, a snack bar, and a gift shop. Live music and concerts are held here on most weekends during the summer.Seawolf Park
Pelican Island via Seawolf Parkway
409-744-5738
Built on an immigration station site, this park features a three story pavilion, picnic sites, a playground area, a lighted fishing pier, the USS Cavalla, a World War II Submarine, and the USS Stewart, one of only three destroyer escorts in the world. mapStewart Beach Park & Recreation Area
Sixth & Seawall
409-765-5023
One of the premier family beach parks in Galveston, Stewart Beach features a children's playground, outdoor pavilion, volleyball courts, a live size human maze, miniature golf course, and a souvenir shop. Umbrella and chair rentals are available. map
Tours & Cruises
Galveston Island Tours and Destination Services
2021 Historic Strand, Suite 2 • Galveston, TX 77550
Located on the Historic Downtown Strand
409-765-8687
The premier Destination Management Services Company on Galveston Island. They handle group accommodations, transportation, activities, meals, and unique venues for cruise ship visitors, corporations, conventions, church, school and family events. more... mapChristmas Traditions
2618 Broadway • Galveston, TX 76102
Moody Mansion
409-762-7668
This holiday tour and exhibit focuses on the holiday traditions of the Moody family--- but, it is certain that the spirits will be good and the mood pleasant! Decorated Thanksgiving weekend through January 7th. more... mapColonel Paddlewheeler
Docked at Moody Gardens
888-740-7797
Actually a floating period museum built in Mississippi for the non-profit Moody Foundation as a cost of $3 milion, this authentic reproduction of an 1860's stern wheeler is named in honor of Colones W. L. Moody, a Virginian who came to Texas in 1854 to practice law. more... mapGalveston Duck Tours
21st Street & Seawall Boulevard
409-621-4771
This 90 minute family fun tour features humorous yet informative information by experienced captains and takes you through The Strand, Offats Bayou, and the Historical District in a special vehicle that travels on both land and water.Galveston Historical Foundation Tour Service
2016 Strand • Galveston, TX 77553
409-765-7834
Now that the members of the foundation have helped save much of historic Galveston, they welcome the opportunity to show visitors around. more... mapIsland Carriages
2140 Broadway • Galveston, TX 77551
409-765-6951
Enjoy a horse drawn carriage ride that will guide along Galveston's East End Historical District, as well as The Strand, Galveston's Historic Landmark District. Carriage services are also available for weddings, anniversaries, and other special occasions. mapTreasure Island Tour Train
Departs from Moody Civic Center, Sewall & 21st St • Galveston, TX 77550
A pink-awninged, open-air rain carries up to 64 passengers on a leisurely 17-mile narrated trip that takes about an hour-and--half to cover the high-lights of both old and new Galveston. map
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