Things to Do in Galveston, TX - Galveston Attractions
Things to Do in Galveston
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Full-day Toursfromper adult$25
Historical Toursfrom$25per adult$20
Historical Toursfromper adult$18
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Adventure Toursfromper group (up to 2)$220
Historical Toursfromper group (up to 6)$150
Historical Toursfromper adult$140
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Eco Toursfromper adult$34
Historical Toursfromper adult$14
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What travelers are saying
- Johnny TaaffeAustin, TX19 contributionsA cool shopping, delicious dining, perfect people watching area of the island! You can easily stroll down the sidewalks and soak in the historic architecture that reminded us of the French quarter! These old buildings are homes to the best shopping on the island! Unique gifts, clothing, home decor, whatever you can think of, it can be bought on the Strand. The rail trolley to get around was also useful and very charming, reminded me of San Francisco a bitWritten May 8, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Ed HGeorgetown, TX128 contributionsBishop’s palace was a wonderful place to visit. We love looking at old historic homes, and this is one of the best. It’s a great place to spend a few hours.Written April 19, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Diane BCollege Station, TX135 contributionsSuch a wonderful experience, especially when we saw dolphins!! Enjoyable, relaxing cruise across the gulf. Saw lots of ships and birds. Easy on, easy off and best of all, FREE.Written May 4, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- carrie sArdmore, OK59 contributionsa buetiful place i love galveston waters and the segulls just word of warning be safe there can sometimes be shady people later in the afternoons the locals will also warn u of them and be aware if u feed the segulls they will attack you for all of the food they know no boundaries lolWritten March 8, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Krista YFrisco, TX229 contributionsThe house was an easy walking tour. We enjoyed the audio tour of each room on the phone. The greeter was great. We spent about an hour there. Neat to see/hear about the history.Written May 13, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- California_momofsixFairfield1,108 contributionsVisiting the Houston Texas area with refineries everywhere, we wanted to learn more about the oil industry. Overall, we enjoyed a visit to Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig.
Pros: Museum is a small, 3 story drilling platform anchored in Galveston port, close to the cruise terminal. The museum only charges a small fee and staff was very friendly. Visitors can easily get a basic understanding about the history and mechanics of oil drilling in about an hour. Actual equipment is displayed, and there is an introductory movie. From the gangway leading up to the museum and the outside areas, visitors have a beautiful view of the passing sightseeing and fishing boats and a large number of pelicans sitting on the nearby rocks. When we visited, there was plenty of cheap street parking closeby.
Cons: There is a large amount of reading throughout the museum, and it could be tedious. If I went back, I would probably spend the extra money for the audio guide. The air conditioning is really loud. Why do I care? When the air came on, it became really difficult to hear the video clips playing throughout the museum unless you are standing super close. The museum feels a little dated and in my opinion, the large gallery of famous Texas oil men and innovators was somewhat strange to me. Naturally, the display puts a very positive spin on the environmental impact of drilling.
Overall, I would be recommend for anyone with an interest in science.Written April 26, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Dales_BrideHouston34 contributionsI thoroughly enjoyed my harbor tour on the Seagull II. The Caspar in and the tour guide were very knowledgeable about the harbor and shared lots of information about dolphins, Galveston, the history of the harbor, and all of the floating vessels we encountered.
Great tour.Written April 20, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Krista YFrisco, TX229 contributionsWe did the rainforest and aquarium. Both were neat and different. The top of the rainforest is very hot and humid! You could spend about an hour in each taking your time.Written May 13, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Bryan MOrem, United States4 contributionsDropped by to take a look at the view. The first level is pay to fish, but the 2nd level has a bar, with seating looking out to the ocean. We didn't fish, but one of the workers shared some pictures of recently caught fish and a couple of sharks.Written May 12, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- stang302fliesChicago, IL60 contributionsThis is a pretty cool place, alot of railroad history, plenty of train cars to go into and look at. Worth the price and time to visit here, thats for sure.Written April 8, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- 404HappyTravellerSaskatchewan, Canada482 contributionsThis is a unique museum, as it has both an actual submarine, and a destroyer escort. Both have been adapted somewhat to allow for touring through them, but still retain all of the original atmosphere of when they were carrying out their missions. Most every area of both vessels are open, and touring through gives you a good view into life onboard for officers and crew. I never thought I would stand on the deck of an actual destroyer, or walk through a submarine, but now I’ve done both. As well, there is a good display that is mostly reading and photography telling the stories of the essential parts that women had in WW II. Very enlightening.Written March 6, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Pam J25 contributionsOverall there is a lot of history and it would take many days to appreciate all the detail. A little disappointing that the orphanage portion was almost an afterthought.Written October 31, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
