WHAT TO DO IN GALVESTON
Upcoming events and ongoing attractions
Galveston Island is home to some of the best attractions Texas has to offer, including the aquarium and rainforest experience at Moody Gardens, fishing, surfing, Schlitterbahn Waterpark, Historic Pleasure Pier, shopping on The Strand, and more than 30 miles of beautiful gulf beaches.
Galveston also offers a plethora of unique museums, including Bishop’s Palace, The Bryan Museum, Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig & Museum and Galveston Railroad Museum.
Sunrise yoga on the beach
Enjoy yoga on the beach every Saturday. SUP Gulf Coast offers Yoga on the Beach every Saturday at Sunrise in conjunction with The Yoga Haven. Wake up with the sun surrounded by the sounds of the waves and birds.
Visit Sup Gulf Coast for Details and Schedule
Stand Up Paddle boarding
Stand up paddle boarding (SUP) is a great way to have fun in the gulf water, with the added benefit of a full-body workout. No experience necessary! You can rent a board and take a quick mini-lesson or extended private lessons just a few short blocks from Soleil House at 29th and Seawall.
Visit the SUP Gulf Coast website for more info.
*Side note: Their Instagram is hilarious!
the Grand 1894 Opera House
Named "The Official Opera House of Texas," the historic Romanesque Revival style Opera House is over 120 years old and is a must-see when you’re on the island. World-class concerts, dramatic theater productions, Broadway hits, holiday-themed specials, and unforgettable performances make up the year-round programming at The Grand 1894 Opera House, located in the heart of the Postoffice Street Arts & Entertainment District.
Visit TheGrand.com for tickets and event calendars.
Kayak Galveston Bay
Rent a kayak or canoe and head off on an adventure in Galveston Bay. You can take a guided trip with an experienced guide or tackle the adventure on your own, great for couples and families.
Contact Sean at Galveston Kayak Outfitters to schedule the fun!
Amusement Park at Historic Pleasure pier
Galveston’s historic Pleasure Pier is one of the few spots in the world that has this many rides over the water! You’ll be flying over guests on the Pier, soaring over the Gulf of Mexico and anticipating your next ride!
Visit PleasurePier.com for more info.
Moody Gardens
Moody Gardens is a tropical paradise nestled on the Galveston coast with 242 acres of fun. Entertainment options include an aquarium, discovery museum, golf, zip line & more!
Visit MoodyGardens.com for tickets.
Helicopter tour
See Galveston as you've never seen it before! Take a ride aboard Galveston Helicopters' R44 for a chance to see the amazing views the island has to offer. Tours start as low as $35 per person and takes off at nearby Stewart Beach Park.
Visit GalvestonHelicopter.com for more info.
Schlitterbahn water park
Open nearly all-year ‘round and located next to Moody Gardens, Schlitterbahn water amusement park has the world’s tallest water-coaster, heated pools, wave rivers, MASSIV Monster Blaster, Shipwreck Harbor, a swim-up bar, and much more. Schlitterbahn Waterpark makes for a perfect day of family fun in Galveston.
Get tickets and scheduling info at Schlitterbahn.com.
Tap here for the full Galveston event calendar or go to visitgalveston.com/events/ for more information about ongoing and special events in each month.
Dolphin SightSeeing tours
Enjoy a relaxing & family-friendly dolphin watching tour with BayWatch Dolphin Tours, serving the Galveston and Houston area since 2005.
Visit GalvestonBayWatch.com for more info.
Surf the third coast
Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned ripper, Galveston has waves for you. Locals surf near the Twenty-fifth Street pier but there are several piers, rock groins and piling strands for great swells.
Rent a board and/or take lessons at SUP Gulf Coast.
Check surf conditions at G-TownSurf.com.
Visit Bishop’s Palace
Tour historic 1892 Bishop’s Palace, the ornate 19,082 square feet Victorian-style house, located on Broadway and 14th Street in the East End Historic District of Galveston.
Go to GalvestonHistory.org for info.
Galveston Ghost Tour
Discover the haunted history of Galveston Island by taking a walking tour of one of the most haunted cities in the US.
Visit Historic Galveston Ghost Tours website for tickets, times, and more info.