Galveston Island Guide
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187First Day Hikes at Galveston Island State Park
It’s a perfect way to set an intention for getting outside, staying active, and appreciating the natural world. Join fellow nature enthusiasts...
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Holiday Festivals in Galveston
Sunny days and mild nights make Galveston Island the perfect place to enjoy festivals year-round. Many festivals celebrate art, music, film, food,...
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It’s An Island Christmas Holiday, Ho Ho Ho!
Celebrate the holidays – island style on #galvestonisland! Check out these fun events…
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First Timer’s Guide to the Galveston Railroad Museum by Sand ‘n Sea Properties
Looking for fun things to do with the whole family in Galveston, Texas? You don’t want to miss the Galveston Railroad Museum....
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What to Do in #Galveston This Weekend
For more events in #galvestontx, go to GalvestonIslandGuide.com. Fun in the Sun & Sand in #galvestontx Galveston Island is home to some...
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15.9KThings to Do in Galveston on a Rainy Day
By Leah Cast Galveston Island is a beautiful, historic beach destination known for its great weather all year round. But, if you’re...
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8.0KSix Fun Ways To Tour Galveston
By DiscoverGalvestonTexas.com So you finally made it to the island and now you want to see it all. There are many fun...
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Turtles About Town: Exploring Art Island Style
Use ctrl + scroll to zoom the map Map Data Map data ©2020 Google, INEGI ” /> Map DataMap data...
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Events for the Entire Family No Matter What Your Age
Galveston offers a lot of options for fun things to do for the entire family. Check out these events:
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Galveston is More Fun When it Rains
Courtesy of Galveston Convention and Visitors Bureau You’ve waited for your vacation at the beach and now it’s raining…what to do, what...
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It’s Time for the Beach, Beach Baby
It’s Time Again for Sand Between Your Toes Finding the perfect spot on the beach is sometimes a challenging thing. You have...
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35.8KTree Sculptures: History and Art Combined
Galveston Tree Sculptures On September 13th, 2008, Hurricane Ike covered most of the Island in a tidal surge. The damaging combination of...
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The Official Blues Brothers Revue Nov. 26th-27th
The Grand’s 2021-2022 Season Continues With The Official Blues Brothers Revue – November 26-27 The Grand 1894 Opera House kicks off the...
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9.0KEvery Saturday – Rides on The Harborside Express
Every Saturday! Towering at the head of the Strand, the vast Railroad Museum boasts one of the largest restored railroad collections in...
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Galveston Children’s Museum Summer Camps Still Have Openings
The Galveston Children’s Museum is an Island resource that attracts families and serves the community with fun for children in all areas...
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Rosenberg Library: Summer Reading Program Begins
Pre-registration is now available for our Rosenberg Library Teen Summer Reading Program at https://rosenberg.beanstack.org! Just for registering you get a brand new book,...
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2.1KTake Action to Save the Islands, Wetlands and Coastal Praires
As we think about World Oceans Day and what to do to celebrate the ocean, what do we think about “celebrating”? Science...
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Sign Up for Summer Camps NOW At Sea Star Base Galveston
At its strategic perch overlooking Offatts Bayou, Sea Star Base Galveston (SSBG) resembles a five-star hotel beckoning guests to stop in. But...
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Horseback Riding Along the Texas Gulf Coast
Mark a Bucket Item Off Your List: Ride a Horse on the Beach You can mark “Take a horseback ride along the...
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23.9KMurdochs: Galveston’s Oldest and Best Loved Gift Shop
By Kimber Fountain Few names embody the “Spirit of the Island” like that of one of Galveston’s oldest institutions, Murdochs. Just like...
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3.4KGet Outside: So What *CAN* We Do, Self Guided Tours
Has boredom set in yet? Why not get out of the house and take a self-guided tour and get some fresh air....
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2.7KFind your Perfect Spot at Galveston Island This Weekend
AlbatrossBar – 815 21st St.,Galveston – 409-765-5778 Galveston’s 32 miles of beaches are wide open and a great way to beat the...
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GHF Continues Cool Virtual Events
Although Galveston Historical Foundation won’t be holding its annual Galveston Historic Homes Tour this year, the foundation isn’t leaving its annual celebration...
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How to Spread Your Wings on Galveston Island
by Galveston Island Convention & Visitors Bureau A Traveler’s Guide to Visiting Galveston while Social Distancing Imagine yourself coming over the causeway onto...
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Color Galveston: FREE Coloring Pages
By Mary Beth Bassett For the past several years, the Galveston Island Convention & Visitors Bureau has focused on things to...
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Galveston Fun Maps
Click a Galveston Island, TX map below to see a larger version. Copyright 2019 Island Guide Magazine Add your business for...
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1.5KCreative Activities for All Ages To Do At Home
If you’ve got kids stuck at home bored out of their minds, this list of fun drawing tutorials might help. Perfect for...
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Beach & Bay Explorations at Galveston State Park
Galveston Island State Park is located on the west end of the island at 14901 FM 3005, Galveston. For more info call...
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5 New Reasons to Visit Galveston Island
Schlitterbahn’s New 8-Story Water Slide, Babe’s Beach Expansion Among Reasons to Head to Galveston This Summer You don’t need a real reason to head...
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Schlitterbahn Waterparks Thrilling “Infinity Racers” Slides
Schlitterbahn Waterpark Galveston features the most exciting collection of water rides in Texas. Your family will be thrilled by the large collection...
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Galveston Naval Museum: Explore Real Live History
There’s a lot going on at the Galveston Naval Museum this month. When you visit the Galveston Naval Museum, you will be...
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New Eight Story Space Theme Ride To Open At Schlitterbahn
Schlitterbahn Galveston Island is adding a new multi-million dollar set of slides that are the first of its kind – they are...
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Get a Bird’s-Eye View of Galveston Island 2 Ways
Although strolling along the Seawall and lounging on a sandy beach are some of the best ways to enjoy Galveston’s coastal charm,...
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9.4KIsland Treasure Hunts: A Fun Time for All Ages
By Terry Card Texans who live close to the heady atmosphere of space technology at NASA and Johnson Space Center will appreciate...
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The Tallest Ropes Course and Zip Line at Moody Gardens
Challenge your agility, balance, and strength at Moody Gardens as you encounter the new five-tier Sky Trail® Explorer Ropes Course and thrilling...
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Argentine Tango “Grooves” It’s Way To Galveston
Argentine Tango Comes To Galveston Argentine Tango dance classes are being offered weekly June 3rd, 10th, and 17th, 5-6:30pm. The Sunday Tango...
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Henry Rosenberg’s Gifts to Galveston
Passport To The Past: Henry Rosenberg’s Gifts to Galveston May 2018 marks the 125th anniversary of Henry Rosenberg’s charitable bequests. Rosenberg Library...
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5.6KHumboldt Penguins, Oil Rig Aquarium, and a Shipwreck Replica
Moody Gardens Reveals New Aquarium Pyramid: Humboldt Penguins, Oil Rig Aquarium, and a Shipwreck Replica Hidden behind the doors of Moody...
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Ocean Star Oil Rig & Museum: History of the Oil Business
By Terry Card Snuggled within a tranquil scene of pure white pelicans sunning themselves on the rocks protecting the working fishing...
