Things to Do in Galveston
Departing from Galveston on a Sunday? Come to the island early and spend the weekend exploring our beautiful and historic city. Whatever your interest, you will find something to excite your senses. Come experience the history, the art, the events, and the fine dining options.
Need ideas? Checkout Galveston’s Visitor Guide or drop by the Visit Galveston storefront in the Historic Strand District.
Seeking a little bit of adventure before your cruise? Arrive a day early and join an Artist Boat Public Kayak Adventure. Trips are led by marine biologists and artists to create a unique coastal experience. Create your own watercolor art using the waters of Galveston Bay.
Baywatch Dolphin Tours offer narrated tours giving historical and interesting facts about Galveston Harbor and our Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins. Don’t miss the haunted tours if you’re brave enough.
Visit the Galveston Historical Foundation website for more information on historic homes located throughout Galveston’s Historic East End District.
Come early during to see a musical or play at Island ETC in the historic Strand area. Each season at the East End Theater Company offers a variety of popular and even original shows. If you’re lucky, you might even see TC make an appearance in a musical.
Visit the Moody Gardens website for information and tickets to the Aquarium Pyramid, Tropical Rain Forest Pyramid, 3D Movie Theater, and much more. Arriving in December? Check out the Festival of Lights and ICE.
Robert’s Lafitte will be your favorite gay and gay-friendly oasis on the island. Arrive early to see weekend drag shows, play pool and make new friends at the back patio pool.
Cool off and BLAST OFF this summer at Schlitterbahn waterpark on beautiful Galveston Island. From mild to wild, there’s something for everyone at Schlitterbahn Galveston.
Sound Bar is located in Galveston’s downtown historic district on Mechanic Street, blocks from the cruise port. Sound Bar offers a full bar, karaoke 7 nights a week, and will host pre-cruise meetups.