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Galveston-Port Bolivar Ferry
Ollie #1 of 41 attractions in Galveston
4.5 of 5 stars 97 reviews
Attraction type  Ferries/ Boats
Tree Sculptures
Ollie #2 of 41 attractions in Galveston
4.5 of 5 stars 26 reviews
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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The Seawall
Ollie #3 of 41 attractions in Galveston
4.5 of 5 stars 71 reviews
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 Areas
Distance  0.0 km from city centre
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Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig & Museum
Ollie #4 of 41 attractions in Galveston
4.5 of 5 stars 34 reviews
Owner description: The Ocean Star is a retired jackup drilling rig that offers a fun, hands on way to learn about the offshore oil and gas industry in a comfortable and...... more » Owner description: The Ocean Star is a retired jackup drilling rig that offers a fun, hands on way to learn about the offshore oil and gas industry in a comfortable and accessible facility. The museum features three floors of models, exhibits, equipment and interactive displays illustrating the story of offshore exploration and production. This self guided museum is open seven days a week and offers visitors the unique opportunity to board an actual offshore rig. Welcome Aboard! « less
Attraction type  Museums
Distance  2.2 km from city centre
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1877 Tall Ship ELISSA
Ollie #5 of 41 attractions in Galveston
4.5 of 5 stars 18 reviews
Attraction type  Ships
Distance  2.9 km from city centre
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Bishop's Palace
Ollie #6 of 41 attractions in Galveston
4.5 of 5 stars 37 reviews
Owner description: 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,...... more » Owner description: 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. « less
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  2.7 km from city centre
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The Strand
Ollie #7 of 41 attractions in Galveston
4 of 5 stars 86 reviews

The Historic Strand District is so close that the cruise terminal really adds value before or after your cruise. There are plenty of shops and great places to eat that are all in... more »

Attraction type  Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
Distance  3.1 km from city centre
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Texas Seaport Museum
Ollie #8 of 41 attractions in Galveston
4 of 5 stars 9 reviews
This museum details the history of Galveston Island and features a newly restored ship that was originally built in 1877.
Attraction type  Speciality Museums
Distance  2.2 km from city centre
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Moody Mansion Museum
Ollie #9 of 41 attractions in Galveston
4.5 of 5 stars 16 reviews
Owner description: This elegant late 19th-century mansion of red brick, limestone and terra cotta tile, houses a collection of decorative arts, silver and furnishings...... more » Owner description: This elegant late 19th-century mansion of red brick, limestone and terra cotta tile, houses a collection of decorative arts, silver and furnishings associated with the Moodys, one of the city's most prominent families. « less
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Art Museums
Distance  1.3 km from city centre
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Treasure Isle Tour Train
Ollie #10 of 41 attractions in Galveston
4.5 of 5 stars 13 reviews
Attraction type  Trams
Distance  2.1 km from city centre
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Grand 1894 Opera House
Ollie #11 of 41 attractions in Galveston
4.5 of 5 stars 12 reviews
Attraction type  Operas
Distance  1.2 km from city centre
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Galveston Island Railroad Museum and Terminal
Ollie #12 of 41 attractions in Galveston
4 of 5 stars 17 reviews
Attraction type  Speciality Museums
Distance  1.7 km from city centre
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Lone Star Flight Museum
Ollie #13 of 41 attractions in Galveston
4 of 5 stars 21 reviews
Housed in a large aircraft hangar, this world-class aviation museum features restored aircraft and historic photographs.
Attraction type  Speciality Museums; History Museums
Distance  5.3 km from city centre
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Moody Gardens Golf Course
Ollie #14 of 41 attractions in Galveston
4 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Owner description: Introducing the Moody Gardens® Golf Course, formerly the Galveston Municipal Golf Course, featuring a $16 million comprehensive renovation by the...... more » Owner description: Introducing the Moody Gardens® Golf Course, formerly the Galveston Municipal Golf Course, featuring a $16 million comprehensive renovation by the renowned golf course architects of Jacobsen Hardy Golf Course Design. Revealed in June 2008, the Moody Gardens® Golf Course still features the best historical aspects of the original layout, while significantly improving certain holes and overall course flow. The renovation included new turf grass, green complexes, elevations, irrigation, drainage, cart paths, greens and a full clubhouse renovation. « less
Attraction type  Golf Courses
Distance  6.8 km from city centre
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Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark
Ollie #15 of 41 attractions in Galveston
4 of 5 stars 62 reviews

The Galveston location is the third in the Schlitterbahn chain (#4 is under construction in Kansas City).  It was built in the developing tourist zone on Galveston Island next... more »

Attraction type  Water Parks
Distance  5.0 km from city centre
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Ghost Tours of Galveston
Ollie #16 of 41 attractions in Galveston
4 of 5 stars 19 reviews
Owner description: The Original Strand Ghost Tour:Galveston's very first public,year round walking ghost tour. Filled with history, mystery and legend. The #1 ghost tour...... more » Owner description: The Original Strand Ghost Tour:Galveston's very first public,year round walking ghost tour. Filled with history, mystery and legend. The #1 ghost tour in the state of Texas and the #2 most popular ghost tour in America! 100% fascinating! This tour meets on the steps of the Railroad Museum (25th and Strand Street) Mon-Sat. at 7:30 p.m., and on Sunday at 6 p.m.; it is also the only all-year around tour.The Secret Society Cemetery Tour:Come and uncover the hidden and buried secrets of Galveston's very own residents!Time travel with us and walk through the lives of the strange and infamous of Galveston's haunted past. Truth is stranger than fiction! This tour meets at the entrance gate of the Old City Cemetery on 43rd and Broadway Street on Sat. and Sun. at 6 p.m.. Times and days are subject to change.For any inquiries, call our information line at (409) 877-1794. The price for both tours is $15 for adults, $10 for children 10 years old and younger. No reservation required( with a limit of 100 people per tour). « less
Attraction type  Historic Walking Areas
Distance  1.7 km from city centre
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Galveston Island State Park
Ollie #17 of 41 attractions in Galveston
4 of 5 stars 37 reviews
Historic park offering camping, hiking, bird watching, biking and swimming.
Attraction type  State Parks
Distance  18.9 km from city centre
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Rosenberg Library
Ollie #18 of 41 attractions in Galveston
5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Libraries
Distance  1.6 km from city centre
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Galveston County Historical Museum
Ollie #19 of 41 attractions in Galveston
4 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  History Museums
Distance  1.7 km from city centre
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Port of Galveston
Ollie #20 of 41 attractions in Galveston
4 of 5 stars 22 reviews
Attraction type  Wharfs/ Piers/ Boardwalks; Marinas
Distance  1.7 km from city centre
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