- TripBuzz found 118 things to do with kids in or near Texas City, Texas, including 111 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Galveston, Friendswood, Kemah and Pasadena.
- From Nessler Park Family Aquatic Center to AMF Star Lanes, the Texas City area offers 72 different types of family activities, including: Arcades, Bowling, Movie Theaters and History Museums.
- Resting on the Gulf Coast, Texas City is a small town on Galveston Bay. Close to Houston, it is a popular suburb for commuters. Along with a strong library system, the community also provides for an array of recreational activities for its residents and visitors. This includes several public outdoor spaces and athletic fields, along with a family water park.
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8.2 Miles
Moody Gardens is an educational tourist site that teaches guests about nature in its pyramid-like structures. Additionally, the site also includes a hotel and a golf course for guests who are looking to stay and play at the site.
8.3 Miles
78%
745 votes
2026 Lockheed Street, Galveston, TX 77554
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Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark offers several water slides that users can enjoy during the summer, and when the weather turns cold, guests can play in the indoor heated waterpark. The facility also includes a zipline.
8.3 Miles
Presenting Galveston's history with a paranormal twist, Ghost Tours of Galveston offers a walking tour starting at the Railroad Museum and ending at the Tremont hotel. Guests learn about the sightings and stories of spirits at the locations they visit.
8.4 Miles
Lone Star Flight Museum has rides on World War II aircraft including B-17 Flying Fortress, B-26 Mitchell,RT-17 Stearman, T-6 Texas, and T-41 Muscalero. The company also has air shows, and exhibits.
8.4 Miles
The Sea Wall was originally built in 1903, and has been extended many times to its current 10 mile length. The wall is 17 feet high and 16 feet thick at its base, and is painted with sea murals by children.
8.4 Miles
Established in 2005, BayWatch Dolphin Tours is a unique tour experience that offers guests the opportunity to get up close and observe dolphins in their natural habitat. Tours are led by experienced guides who are very knowledgeable about dolphins.
8.4 Miles
There are three presentations shown at Pier 21 Theater. All of the films reflect some history of Galveston and include The Great Storm that covers the 1900 hurricane, The Pirate Island of Jean Laffite about the infamous pirate, and Galveston: Gateway to the Gulf about the city's role in immigration.
8.4 Miles
With Texas Seaport Museum, visitors can walk on the deck and explore the interior of a three-masted, 1877 tall ship. The museum also has exhibits with displays filled with artifacts and remnants from maritime history.
8.5 Miles
76%
21 votes
20th St & Harborside Dr, Ste 1, 19th Street, Galveston, TX 77550
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Ocean Star Museum features three floors of models and interactive displays relating the science of offshore oil and gas including seismic technology, exploration and production. Exhibits include scale models of production platforms, drill bits and remotely-operated vehicles.
8.6 Miles
The Strand is a historic district that offers shops, restaurants, galleries, and museums. Popular museums in the area include Ocean Star Offshore Energy Center and Museum and Pier 21 Theater.