Your Galveston Guide
Local Brewery/Distillery
Looking for unique local beer and/or cocktails...check out the places below.
What's a trip to the island without trying the official Beer of Galveston, Tiki Wheat? If that's not your thing, try one of the other 12 they have on tap that are all made on site.
Every Saturday at 1pm they have a free brewery tour, no reservation required! They are also family (they have a playground outside) and dog (must stay on a leash) friendly.
8423 Stewart Rd
Galveston, TX
galvestonislandbrewing.com
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Galveston Island Brewing
8423 Stewart RdWhat's a trip to the island without trying the official Beer of Galveston, Tiki Wheat? If that's not your thing, try one of the other 12 they have on tap that are all made on site.
Every Saturday at 1pm they have a free brewery tour, no reservation required! They are also family (they have a playground outside) and dog (must stay on a leash) friendly.
8423 Stewart Rd
Galveston, TX
galvestonislandbrewing.com
Golf Driving Range + Full Bar
A driving range & a full service bar just minutes from the condo! It's family friendly outside so the whole family can practice their swing. You buy a basket of golf balls and can even use some of their clubs if you don't have your own. They have a large putting green along with a massive deck for outdoor seating to enjoy the beautiful sunsets.
9020 Stewart Rd
Galveston, TX
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Tin Cup's Caddy Shack
9020 Stewart RdA driving range & a full service bar just minutes from the condo! It's family friendly outside so the whole family can practice their swing. You buy a basket of golf balls and can even use some of their clubs if you don't have your own. They have a large putting green along with a massive deck for outdoor seating to enjoy the beautiful sunsets.
9020 Stewart Rd
Galveston, TX
Your Fun Awaits
Amazing places full of fun experiences whether you're looking for indoor or outdoor activities! If you are looking for museums skip down to the Sightseeing portion.
This place has something for everyone! Go Karts, Axe Throwing, Arcades, Virtual Reality Arena Cage, Bumper Cars, and a Virtual Reality Roller Coaster. They offer military and Senior discounts.
9402 Seawall Blvd
Galveston, TX
www.galvestonfuncenter.com
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Galveston Go Kart & Fun Center
9402 Seawall BlvdThis place has something for everyone! Go Karts, Axe Throwing, Arcades, Virtual Reality Arena Cage, Bumper Cars, and a Virtual Reality Roller Coaster. They offer military and Senior discounts.
9402 Seawall Blvd
Galveston, TX
www.galvestonfuncenter.com
Want a different experience than usual? Rent a slingshot and drive down the Seawall. They also rent Jeep's and scooters! Rent a Jeep and drive through Galveston's East Beach for plenty of Galveston fun in the sun!
2115 61st St
Galveston, TX
galvestonslingshotrentals.net
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Galveston Slingshot Rentals
2115 61st StWant a different experience than usual? Rent a slingshot and drive down the Seawall. They also rent Jeep's and scooters! Rent a Jeep and drive through Galveston's East Beach for plenty of Galveston fun in the sun!
2115 61st St
Galveston, TX
galvestonslingshotrentals.net
Looking to get moving while on vacation? These bike rentals are so much fun! You can ride as a family or a group - it's all about being a team, right? This place also doubles as a gift shop so you can pick up souvenirs when you are finished with your bike ride.
3114 Seawall Blvd
Galveston, TX
Joy Bike Rental & Gift Shop
3114 Seawall BlvdLooking to get moving while on vacation? These bike rentals are so much fun! You can ride as a family or a group - it's all about being a team, right? This place also doubles as a gift shop so you can pick up souvenirs when you are finished with your bike ride.
3114 Seawall Blvd
Galveston, TX
Moody Gardens offer's endless fun! You can check out the Aquarium Pyramid, Rainforest Pyramid, Discovery Museum, the 3D/4D Theaters, and ride on the Colonel Paddlewheel Boat! They have seasonal events and exhibits that are worth checking out as well. Visit their website for more details at www.moodygardens.com
1 Hope Blvd
Galveston, TX
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Moody Gardens
1 Hope BlvdMoody Gardens offer's endless fun! You can check out the Aquarium Pyramid, Rainforest Pyramid, Discovery Museum, the 3D/4D Theaters, and ride on the Colonel Paddlewheel Boat! They have seasonal events and exhibits that are worth checking out as well. Visit their website for more details at www.moodygardens.com
1 Hope Blvd
Galveston, TX
A great waterpark for smaller children (10 and under have the most fun). They offer free amenities on a first come, first serve basis which include comfy beach chairs, shady umbrellas, lifejackets and showers. The waterpark has a lazy river, wave pool, playground, waterslides, volleyball courts, splash pad, zip-line and a ropes course! We love hanging out here with our friends and the kids!
1 Hope Blvd
Galveston, TX
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Palm Beach At Moody Gardens
1 Hope BlvdA great waterpark for smaller children (10 and under have the most fun). They offer free amenities on a first come, first serve basis which include comfy beach chairs, shady umbrellas, lifejackets and showers. The waterpark has a lazy river, wave pool, playground, waterslides, volleyball courts, splash pad, zip-line and a ropes course! We love hanging out here with our friends and the kids!
1 Hope Blvd
Galveston, TX
Looking to play some golf? You will definitely want to play at this premier public golf course that was newly renovated! One of the many improvements was the Paspalum turf on the course that is designed to give golfers an outstanding playing surface. It's definitely as must do if you like to golf!
1700 Sydnor Ln
Galveston, TX
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Moody Gardens Golf Course
1700 Sydnor LnLooking to play some golf? You will definitely want to play at this premier public golf course that was newly renovated! One of the many improvements was the Paspalum turf on the course that is designed to give golfers an outstanding playing surface. It's definitely as must do if you like to golf!
1700 Sydnor Ln
Galveston, TX
This Waterpark has something for everyone! For the younger one's there is a covered water play area with slides and plenty of lounge chairs and picnic tables (free to use). They have lifejackets to use for free throughout the park as well.
Are you a thrill seeker? They have something for you as well! Check out MASSIV, the immersive screaming serpents body slide or Rohr!
They have raft rides, wave pools, lazy river, rapid river, slides, picnic pavilions and small playgrounds for kids of all ages.
As a bonus you can bring in your own coolers with food (no glass containers and no alcohol allowed) and drinks!
2109 Gene Lucas Blvd
Galveston, TX
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Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark
2109 Gene Lucas BlvdThis Waterpark has something for everyone! For the younger one's there is a covered water play area with slides and plenty of lounge chairs and picnic tables (free to use). They have lifejackets to use for free throughout the park as well.
Are you a thrill seeker? They have something for you as well! Check out MASSIV, the immersive screaming serpents body slide or Rohr!
They have raft rides, wave pools, lazy river, rapid river, slides, picnic pavilions and small playgrounds for kids of all ages.
As a bonus you can bring in your own coolers with food (no glass containers and no alcohol allowed) and drinks!
2109 Gene Lucas Blvd
Galveston, TX
Looking for some good ole' fun? Head over to Magic Carpet that's just minutes away for some putt putt golf. When you aren't aiming for the perfect shot you can look out at the ocean (even better during sunset)!
9030 Seawall Blvd
Galveston, TX
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Magic Carpet Golf
9030 Seawall BlvdLooking for some good ole' fun? Head over to Magic Carpet that's just minutes away for some putt putt golf. When you aren't aiming for the perfect shot you can look out at the ocean (even better during sunset)!
9030 Seawall Blvd
Galveston, TX
Looking through a thrill? It's fun for people of all ages! "The Hamilton Spin", a maneuver that spins the boat 360 on its axis throwing a head high wall of water into the air is just one of the things you can expect! You can usually see dolphins jumping while out on this 1-Hour tour of Galveston's Harbor.
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Galveston Water Adventures
2100 Harborside DriveLooking through a thrill? It's fun for people of all ages! "The Hamilton Spin", a maneuver that spins the boat 360 on its axis throwing a head high wall of water into the air is just one of the things you can expect! You can usually see dolphins jumping while out on this 1-Hour tour of Galveston's Harbor.
This place is further from the condo, it's located one block from the Strand and a short walk from the Galveston Cruise Ship terminal. When I used them we rode the bikes all the way from downtown up to the Seawall all the way down near the condos and back to downtown. It was a blast! Phil is amazing & will get you all set up.
It's a full service bike shop that specializes in electric bikes! They offer a fun local island tour that last 2 hours. The tour will start slow taking you through a little history and some turn of the century neighborhoods. Then you'll venture out to the Seawall and see birds of the east lagoon, the busy Houston ship channel and maybe more. It's a fun way to lean about Galveston all on an electric bike!
2311 Mechanic St #110 Galveston, TX
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Zipp E Bikes
2311 Mechanic StThis place is further from the condo, it's located one block from the Strand and a short walk from the Galveston Cruise Ship terminal. When I used them we rode the bikes all the way from downtown up to the Seawall all the way down near the condos and back to downtown. It was a blast! Phil is amazing & will get you all set up.
It's a full service bike shop that specializes in electric bikes! They offer a fun local island tour that last 2 hours. The tour will start slow taking you through a little history and some turn of the century neighborhoods. Then you'll venture out to the Seawall and see birds of the east lagoon, the busy Houston ship channel and maybe more. It's a fun way to lean about Galveston all on an electric bike!
2311 Mechanic St #110 Galveston, TX
This is a hit for just about everyone no matter how old you are. At certain times you can watch them make taffy :). This place takes you back in time for milkshakes, coffee, ice cream and lots of candy. It' located on The Strand in downtown Galveston. There's lots of shops so you can spend the day walking around.
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La King's Confectionery
2323 Strand StThis is a hit for just about everyone no matter how old you are. At certain times you can watch them make taffy :). This place takes you back in time for milkshakes, coffee, ice cream and lots of candy. It' located on The Strand in downtown Galveston. There's lots of shops so you can spend the day walking around.
If you are looking for an adventure + ocean views then this is the place. It's located on 25th and Seawall so a little bit of a drive but you can take the scenic route (Seawall Blvd). Roller coaster, swings, log ride, games and carnival like food. Bubba Gump's restaurant is also located on the Pleasure Pier.
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Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
2501 Seawall BlvdIf you are looking for an adventure + ocean views then this is the place. It's located on 25th and Seawall so a little bit of a drive but you can take the scenic route (Seawall Blvd). Roller coaster, swings, log ride, games and carnival like food. Bubba Gump's restaurant is also located on the Pleasure Pier.
Staci's Favorite Places to Eat in Galveston
This list is ever evolving as new places open and my taste change :).
Looking to get out for a nice dinner? This is a great place! It features floor-to-ceiling views of the Gulf waters while you indulge in a delicious meal. We recommend the baby iceberg or the Shearn's chopped salad, 8 oz filet and the sautéed gulf red snapper.
Reservations are required & they do have a dress code. No rompers, flip-flops, jeans, shorts, swimwear, cutoffs, tank tops or hats allowed in the dining area.) Collared shirts and sandals are acceptable, it's Galveston after all :)!
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Shearn's
7 Hope BlvdLooking to get out for a nice dinner? This is a great place! It features floor-to-ceiling views of the Gulf waters while you indulge in a delicious meal. We recommend the baby iceberg or the Shearn's chopped salad, 8 oz filet and the sautéed gulf red snapper.
Reservations are required & they do have a dress code. No rompers, flip-flops, jeans, shorts, swimwear, cutoffs, tank tops or hats allowed in the dining area.) Collared shirts and sandals are acceptable, it's Galveston after all :)!
This is one of the places I go when I want to feel like I'm on vacation in my own city! It's a restaurant and bar located on a pier! They serve breakfast-to-dinner Southern seafood, tacos and burgers. Great views of the ocean while you relax, enjoy some great conversation and try new dishes!
You can't go wrong with pretzel bites, boiled shrimp and some fish tacos!
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Jimmy's on the Pier
9001 Seawall BlvdThis is one of the places I go when I want to feel like I'm on vacation in my own city! It's a restaurant and bar located on a pier! They serve breakfast-to-dinner Southern seafood, tacos and burgers. Great views of the ocean while you relax, enjoy some great conversation and try new dishes!
You can't go wrong with pretzel bites, boiled shrimp and some fish tacos!
A MUST eat place! Everyone who come's to Galveston, has to eat at The Spot at least once (you'll likely go more)! Locals love it too!
American food, best known for their burgers, open-air deck and Gulf views! I love their tropical black bean burger, fish tacos (upgrade to the Mahi Mahi), Mac-n-Cheese, Greek salad and the spot sampler!
They have at least 4 bars connected! Tiki Bar, Sideyard, Rumshack and Squeeze! It's a fun place with plenty to pick from!
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The Spot
3204 Seawall BlvdA MUST eat place! Everyone who come's to Galveston, has to eat at The Spot at least once (you'll likely go more)! Locals love it too!
American food, best known for their burgers, open-air deck and Gulf views! I love their tropical black bean burger, fish tacos (upgrade to the Mahi Mahi), Mac-n-Cheese, Greek salad and the spot sampler!
They have at least 4 bars connected! Tiki Bar, Sideyard, Rumshack and Squeeze! It's a fun place with plenty to pick from!
Gaido's is a classic to Galveston! It opened in 1911, offers Gulf views, nautical theme and amazing food! Gaido's is full of history and it's another MUST eat place while on the island! You know it's a keeper when locals enjoy it just as much as tourist!
The American red snapper Michael is something you won't regret trying, along with the 16-ounce cowboy rib eye and if you are into oysters they have great options as well! Don't skip dessert, pecan crunch, key lime cheesecake and the bread pudding are just some of the best!
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Gaidos Seafood Restaurant
3828 Seawall BoulevardGaido's is a classic to Galveston! It opened in 1911, offers Gulf views, nautical theme and amazing food! Gaido's is full of history and it's another MUST eat place while on the island! You know it's a keeper when locals enjoy it just as much as tourist!
The American red snapper Michael is something you won't regret trying, along with the 16-ounce cowboy rib eye and if you are into oysters they have great options as well! Don't skip dessert, pecan crunch, key lime cheesecake and the bread pudding are just some of the best!
Looking for some good Italian food while on the Island? The Grotto is a great spot! It's located on the Seawall and has great views! Great place for a date night! You walk inside of the San Luis to get to the restaurant!
Try their famous Peach Bellini!
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Grotto Ristorante
5222 Seawall BlvdLooking for some good Italian food while on the Island? The Grotto is a great spot! It's located on the Seawall and has great views! Great place for a date night! You walk inside of the San Luis to get to the restaurant!
Try their famous Peach Bellini!
Traditional comfort foods including fried shrimp, po' boys & pizza in modest, strip-mall quarters. This place is waking distance from the condo + it's right across the street from the ocean.
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Seahorse Grill
3802 Cove View BlvdTraditional comfort foods including fried shrimp, po' boys & pizza in modest, strip-mall quarters. This place is waking distance from the condo + it's right across the street from the ocean.
This place has the BEST lasagna ever :)! I quit ordering it anywhere else because I would always be disappointed! They have amazing pizza as well!
As a bonus they are family owned!
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Gino's Italian Restaurant
6124 Stewart RdThis place has the BEST lasagna ever :)! I quit ordering it anywhere else because I would always be disappointed! They have amazing pizza as well!
As a bonus they are family owned!
Coffee, it's essential!
No matter what part of the island you're exploring there will be an amazing coffee shop or teahouse nearby! This is a list of my top favs!
Looking for coffee with a view? Look no further, Seawall Coffee Company is THE place! Plenty of space to sit inside or out. It's beautifully decorated! Amazing latte's, bagel's (with several different cream cheese flavors), pastries and cake by the slice :)!
Best part you could walk there from the condo! Grab your coffee/tea and walk across the street to sit on the beach! Now that sounds like a morning or afternoon on vacation to me!
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Seawall Coffee Company
3802 Cove View BoulevardLooking for coffee with a view? Look no further, Seawall Coffee Company is THE place! Plenty of space to sit inside or out. It's beautifully decorated! Amazing latte's, bagel's (with several different cream cheese flavors), pastries and cake by the slice :)!
Best part you could walk there from the condo! Grab your coffee/tea and walk across the street to sit on the beach! Now that sounds like a morning or afternoon on vacation to me!
Grab a latte, smoothie, ice cream, milkshake or a glass of wine from Sugar Bean! Don't forget to grab some pastries.
Grab your iced latte to go and walk around the area. It's beautiful. Complete with water views and a swing!
They also have little shops, Sugar Cubes that are open on the weekends and feature different vendors (usually local to the island)!
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Sugar Bean
11 Evia MainGrab a latte, smoothie, ice cream, milkshake or a glass of wine from Sugar Bean! Don't forget to grab some pastries.
Grab your iced latte to go and walk around the area. It's beautiful. Complete with water views and a swing!
They also have little shops, Sugar Cubes that are open on the weekends and feature different vendors (usually local to the island)!
Urgent Care/Hospital
Comprehensive 24/7 ER for patients of all ages. No wait time!
Pediatric & Adult emergencies
Board-Certified ER Staff
On-Site Lab & Radiology (X-Ray, CT Scans)
Private Rooms + LCD TVs
Hotel-Style ER Facility
Family Owned & Operated
Seawall Blvd and 42nd St., close to Ben & Jerry's
Hospitality Health ER Galveston
4222 Seawall BlvdComprehensive 24/7 ER for patients of all ages. No wait time!
Pediatric & Adult emergencies
Board-Certified ER Staff
On-Site Lab & Radiology (X-Ray, CT Scans)
Private Rooms + LCD TVs
Hotel-Style ER Facility
Family Owned & Operated
Seawall Blvd and 42nd St., close to Ben & Jerry's
City/town information
Primarily due to its busy port, Galveston was Texas’s largest, wealthiest city in the late 1800s. The Strand, now a historic district, was known as the Wall Street of the Southwest. But the city that had survived Spanish and French explorers, pirates, the Texas Revolution and the Civil War was ravaged by the monstrous hurricane of 1900. Luckily, not soon after it began a spirited renewal that continues to this day.
Exploring this city’s layers is thrilling, and there’s something for everyone. Grab the whole family for a trip to Pleasure Pier, full of exhilarating rides and delicious eateries. Kids will also love the year-round exhibition Pirates! Legends of the Gulf Coast (PiratesGulfCoast.com), where they can dive into buccaneer history and artifacts and see actors telling the story of the notorious pirate Jean Lafitte.
Check out the captivating Aquarium Pyramid, Rainforest Pyramid and Discovery Pyramid at Moody Gardens (MoodyGardens.com). A five-tier ropes course has just opened at the park. Daredevils can glide 60 feet in the air along the zip line for fascinating views of Palm Beach and the Lazy River.
Seekers of more “grounded” activities will find that the arts and nature abound here, often together. After Hurricane Ike in 2008, area sculptors transformed damaged old oak trees into breathtaking works. On the Galveston Tree Sculptures Tour, spot more than 30 tree carvings tucked into gardens throughout the East End Historic District. Enjoy the many galleries in downtown Galveston.
Every day is an event in Galveston, but several are distinctive. The huge annual Mardi Gras celebration in late February is the country’s third biggest (MardiGrasGalveston.com). Festivities begin with the Funky Uptown Umbrella Brigade, now the largest umbrella dance in the world. Modeled after a jazz funeral procession’s second line, the event features decorated umbrellas and a good time for all. In early December, the Dickens on the Strand Victorian Holiday Festival features parades and nonstop entertainment by roving musicians, bagpipers and jugglers. Costumed vendors sell holiday snacks and Victorian arts and crafts.
The Republic of Galveston, as locals call it, is an enchanting Southern city that has retained its elegance while honoring the heritage of all its earlier inhabitants, from Native Americans and the Spanish and French to pirates, outlaws, plunderers and profiteers.
Written by Ellen Honey in marinalife.com
The city is full of laid back locals! You'll find most of us in flip-flops, shorts and a t-shirt most of the year. We are a friendly city that has lots to offer our guest! We hope you'll come to love this place just as much as we do!
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Galveston
Primarily due to its busy port, Galveston was Texas’s largest, wealthiest city in the late 1800s. The Strand, now a historic district, was known as the Wall Street of the Southwest. But the city that had survived Spanish and French explorers, pirates, the Texas Revolution and the Civil War was ravaged by the monstrous hurricane of 1900. Luckily, not soon after it began a spirited renewal that continues to this day.
Exploring this city’s layers is thrilling, and there’s something for everyone. Grab the whole family for a trip to Pleasure Pier, full of exhilarating rides and delicious eateries. Kids will also love the year-round exhibition Pirates! Legends of the Gulf Coast (PiratesGulfCoast.com), where they can dive into buccaneer history and artifacts and see actors telling the story of the notorious pirate Jean Lafitte.
Check out the captivating Aquarium Pyramid, Rainforest Pyramid and Discovery Pyramid at Moody Gardens (MoodyGardens.com). A five-tier ropes course has just opened at the park. Daredevils can glide 60 feet in the air along the zip line for fascinating views of Palm Beach and the Lazy River.
Seekers of more “grounded” activities will find that the arts and nature abound here, often together. After Hurricane Ike in 2008, area sculptors transformed damaged old oak trees into breathtaking works. On the Galveston Tree Sculptures Tour, spot more than 30 tree carvings tucked into gardens throughout the East End Historic District. Enjoy the many galleries in downtown Galveston.
Every day is an event in Galveston, but several are distinctive. The huge annual Mardi Gras celebration in late February is the country’s third biggest (MardiGrasGalveston.com). Festivities begin with the Funky Uptown Umbrella Brigade, now the largest umbrella dance in the world. Modeled after a jazz funeral procession’s second line, the event features decorated umbrellas and a good time for all. In early December, the Dickens on the Strand Victorian Holiday Festival features parades and nonstop entertainment by roving musicians, bagpipers and jugglers. Costumed vendors sell holiday snacks and Victorian arts and crafts.
The Republic of Galveston, as locals call it, is an enchanting Southern city that has retained its elegance while honoring the heritage of all its earlier inhabitants, from Native Americans and the Spanish and French to pirates, outlaws, plunderers and profiteers.
Written by Ellen Honey in marinalife.com
The city is full of laid back locals! You'll find most of us in flip-flops, shorts and a t-shirt most of the year. We are a friendly city that has lots to offer our guest! We hope you'll come to love this place just as much as we do!