Galveston Texas Attractions Offer Modern Wonders and Timeless Treasures

Galveston Island is home to many unique attractions from the distinctive Moody Gardens glass pyramids to historic homes and museums to the miles of pristine beaches to a revitalized historic downtown.

The must see Galveston attractions include:

• Moody Gardens
• Schlitterbahn Water Park
• Galveston Island Ferry
• Great Storm theatre
• The Grand 1894 Opera House
• Lone Star Flight Museum
• Historic homes including Moody Mansion and Bishop's Palace

Ideal for families, groups, or anyone curious about plant, water and animal life, Moody Gardens is one of Galveston's most popular attractions. Learn about the oceans of the world in the Aquarium Pyramid, which features the penguin encounter and the sharks in depth exhibit. Or explore tropical plants, fish and birds in the Rainforest Pyramid (reopening May 2011). The Discovery Pyramid reveals scientific mysteries, and features IMAX 3D & 4D theaters.

Schlitterbahn water park is packed with exciting water rides for the whole family. Voted America's #1 water park, Schlitterbahn is open year round and is world's first convertible water park with large areas that can be enclosed for the winter season. The ideal spot for families among Galveston attractions, this water park is filled with kids playgrounds, water slides, and the lingering Transportainment river.

Historic Galveston Attractions

You can learn about Galveston's rich history by land or sea. Many Galveston Texas attractions focus on the resiliency of Galveston's Islands residents. Start your tour with a free Galveston Island Ferry ride, across one of the busiest waterways in the world.

Featuring the Lone Star Flight Museum and Texas Aviation Hall of Fame you can visit the premiere aviation museum in the country and take a ride on a vintage warbird. The Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig & Museum allows visitors to step aboard a retired jackup drilling rig and learn about the offshore industry.

Outdoor lovers will appreciate Pelican Island home of Seawolf Park. One of the best fishing spots in Galveston, Seawolf Park is home to the WWII Submarine USS Cavalla and the destroyer escort USS Stewart.

Galveston is also home to Moody Mansion & Museum and Bishop's Palace. Bishop's Palace is considered one of the most significant Victorian residences in the country by architectural historians.

Theater fans should also take in a show at The Grand 1894 Opera House. In 1993, the Opera House was proclaimed the “official opera house of Texas” by the 73rd Texas Legislature.

Plan your Galveston Island escape today!