- Our list of the best things to do in Galveston, Texas, features the top 76 nearby activities — including 27 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Galveston, TX has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, Sports & Fitness, and Sights & Landmarks.
- The results below include the top 37 things to do within the city of Galveston, TX , followed by 38 popular activities in nearby cities, including Kemah, League City, Texas City, Clear Lake, Houston and Alvin
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Adrenaline enthusiasts can experience joys of flying as high as 35 feet above the surface of the sea propelled with powerful jets of water
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S-n-G Horseback Riding has beach and bay rides on horseback, by volunteer guides, at any time of day, including sunrise and moonlight. They also offer horseback tag for experienced riders.
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Grand 1894 Opera House
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2020 Postoffice St., Galveston, TX 77550
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Grand 1894 Opera House is one of the few remaining theatres of its era in Texas and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The Grand is accessible to patrons using wheelchairs and provides devices for hearing impaired.
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At Galveston - Port Bolivar Ferry, more than 8 million passengers travel annually across the Corpus Christi Channel. With the ability to carry up to 20 passenger vehicles, the ferry is an easy and convenient way to travel.
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The American Institute of Architects has said that the Bishop's Palace is one of the 100 most interesting buildings in America. The Galveston Historical Foundation provides self-guided tours.
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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.
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Segway Tours by SegCity is a business that provides guests the opportunity to take a tour of the historic city. During the tours, visitors are led around the city, viewing the famous landmarks and locations that make the city unique.
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A beautiful tour to walk, drive or bike is Galveston's East End Historic District tour. The neighborhood is rich with scenic historic architecture and information, beautiful photo locations and charming cafes.
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Hosting many community events and featuring internet access for all members, the Rosenberg Library collects, preserves, and presents local artifacts in the Galveston and Texas History Center and Rosenberg Library Museum.
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All aboard the 12 passenger shuttle for Galveston Island Historic Tours. The tours cover unique tree carving, Broadway beauties, the Harbor, downtown, the Strand, and the East End historic district.
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Hurricane Ike killed 40,000 trees on Galveston Island, and so Galveston Island Tree Conservancy was formed to help turn the dead trees into sculptures including 3 Pelicans and Fish, Alligators, Angel Cradling Bunny, Angel with Lambs, and Dalmatian. The 33 sculptures are visible all over Galveston.