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Food scene
If you are a fan of genuine Italian food including homemade pasta, you must make a stop at Trattoria La Vigna during your visit. A locals favorite, you will not be disappointed.
Located at 412 20th Street
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Trattoria La Vigna
412 20th StIf you are a fan of genuine Italian food including homemade pasta, you must make a stop at Trattoria La Vigna during your visit. A locals favorite, you will not be disappointed.
Located at 412 20th Street
At Galveston’s oldest Italian restaurant you will find all the romance, fun and tradition of Italy with a Texas-size seaside view to complement the richness of Mario’s Seawall’s pastas and pizzas.
Located at 628 Seawall Blvd
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Mario's Seawall Italian Restaurant
628 Seawall BlvdAt Galveston’s oldest Italian restaurant you will find all the romance, fun and tradition of Italy with a Texas-size seaside view to complement the richness of Mario’s Seawall’s pastas and pizzas.
Located at 628 Seawall Blvd
ShyKatZ Deli & Bakery serves breakfast all day, “Blue Plate Specials,” and features Boars Head meats and cheeses. They also serve burgers and gourmet salads. Their bakery serves fresh baked cakes and breads daily.
Another Island gem!
Located at 1528 Avenue L
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Shykatz Cafe & Bakery
1528 Avenue LShyKatZ Deli & Bakery serves breakfast all day, “Blue Plate Specials,” and features Boars Head meats and cheeses. They also serve burgers and gourmet salads. Their bakery serves fresh baked cakes and breads daily.
Another Island gem!
Located at 1528 Avenue L
Miller’s Seawall Grill is a Galveston favorite for locals and visitors alike. Their full menu is available all day featuring traditional American breakfast favorites like French toast, omelettes, waffles, pancakes and steak and eggs. Their traditional entrees are favorites of our long-time patrons, with dishes like chicken fried steak, ribeye, and steaks. Of course, our seafood selection is superb: shrimp, oysters, flounder, salmon, crab. Join us for a beautiful meal, cold drink and a spectacular view!
Located at 1824 Seawall Blvd
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Miller's Seawall Grill
1824 Seawall BoulevardMiller’s Seawall Grill is a Galveston favorite for locals and visitors alike. Their full menu is available all day featuring traditional American breakfast favorites like French toast, omelettes, waffles, pancakes and steak and eggs. Their traditional entrees are favorites of our long-time patrons, with dishes like chicken fried steak, ribeye, and steaks. Of course, our seafood selection is superb: shrimp, oysters, flounder, salmon, crab. Join us for a beautiful meal, cold drink and a spectacular view!
Located at 1824 Seawall Blvd
If you are hungry for some Texas BBQ with a twist, Koops is the place to check out. They are only open for lunch and they sell out every day so do plan ahead.
Located at 1011 45th Street
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Koops bbq
4501 Broadway Avenue JIf you are hungry for some Texas BBQ with a twist, Koops is the place to check out. They are only open for lunch and they sell out every day so do plan ahead.
Located at 1011 45th Street
If an authentic Mexican breakfast is on your list then Bambu is a must. Located just a few blocks from us, go grab a table or get it to go and bring it back to the house to enjoy. Just a heads up, they get very busy on weekends.
Located at 1220 23rd Street
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Bambú
1220 23rd StIf an authentic Mexican breakfast is on your list then Bambu is a must. Located just a few blocks from us, go grab a table or get it to go and bring it back to the house to enjoy. Just a heads up, they get very busy on weekends.
Located at 1220 23rd Street
The Maceo family has been a part of the Galveston food and spice scene for well over 100 years. Located in an Italian specialty grocery store, lunch is served everyday. Get yourself a Muffuletta sandwich and eat half of it for lunch and the other half for dinner..And every Thursday is spaghetti & meatballs but get there early as they will sell out! You can also stock up on their world class spices to take back home with you.
Located at 2706 Market Street
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Maceo Spice & Import Company
2706 Market StThe Maceo family has been a part of the Galveston food and spice scene for well over 100 years. Located in an Italian specialty grocery store, lunch is served everyday. Get yourself a Muffuletta sandwich and eat half of it for lunch and the other half for dinner..And every Thursday is spaghetti & meatballs but get there early as they will sell out! You can also stock up on their world class spices to take back home with you.
Located at 2706 Market Street
Calling All Breakfast Fans!!!
Another local family owned and operated establishment that puts out some of the best home style breakfast you will find anywhere, America's Kitchen just might be the best kept local's secret on the entire Island. Bring your appetite and you will definitely leave with a smile on your face!
Located at 500 Harborside Drive
America's Kitchen
500 Harborside DriveCalling All Breakfast Fans!!!
Another local family owned and operated establishment that puts out some of the best home style breakfast you will find anywhere, America's Kitchen just might be the best kept local's secret on the entire Island. Bring your appetite and you will definitely leave with a smile on your face!
Located at 500 Harborside Drive
If you are looking for real-deal, authentic Mexican food this is the place. Family owned and operated, the food is always fresh and the place is spotless. Your host's eat here at least once a week. They are closed on Mondays.
Located at 4901 Broadway
Los Patrones
4901 Broadway Avenue JIf you are looking for real-deal, authentic Mexican food this is the place. Family owned and operated, the food is always fresh and the place is spotless. Your host's eat here at least once a week. They are closed on Mondays.
Located at 4901 Broadway
Operated by the owners of Katie's Seafood Market, the seafood doesn't get any fresher than Katie's Seafood House. Featuring a full bar and outdoor seating overlooking the water, you will be happy with this choice
Located at 2000 Wharf Road.
Katie's Seafood House
Operated by the owners of Katie's Seafood Market, the seafood doesn't get any fresher than Katie's Seafood House. Featuring a full bar and outdoor seating overlooking the water, you will be happy with this choice
Located at 2000 Wharf Road.
A locals favorite since 1976..
If you haven't eaten at Shrimp 'N Stuff then you are in for a real treat!
Shrimp 'N Stuff features affordable and delicious seafood dinners, po-boys, gumbo and salads and have been an island tradition since opening their doors more than 40 years ago.
Located at 3901 Avenue O. They are open 7 days a week
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Shrimp N Stuff
3901 Avenue OA locals favorite since 1976..
If you haven't eaten at Shrimp 'N Stuff then you are in for a real treat!
Shrimp 'N Stuff features affordable and delicious seafood dinners, po-boys, gumbo and salads and have been an island tradition since opening their doors more than 40 years ago.
Located at 3901 Avenue O. They are open 7 days a week
Galveston locals can’t get enough of the burgers, the shrimp buns, the gumbo, spaghetti and ''take it or leave it" ambience at this favorite old bar and grill, which run by the Puccetti family, who opened the place in 1944. Get ready. Sonny’s may not look like much; it certainly isn’t fancy. But that’s the charm. And that’s why you’ll soon be falling in love, guaranteed. For sandwich lovers, start with the cheeseburger, then work your way down to the artery clogging chicken fried steak sandwich, the mouth-watering muffuletta, or the dressed shrimp bun. Of course, for those blue plate types, the shrimp platter, Tex-mex pasta, or Grandma Theresa’s spaghetti and meat sauce will render you immobile. Closed on Mondays Located at 1206 19th Street
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Sonny's Place
1206 19th StGalveston locals can’t get enough of the burgers, the shrimp buns, the gumbo, spaghetti and ''take it or leave it" ambience at this favorite old bar and grill, which run by the Puccetti family, who opened the place in 1944. Get ready. Sonny’s may not look like much; it certainly isn’t fancy. But that’s the charm. And that’s why you’ll soon be falling in love, guaranteed. For sandwich lovers, start with the cheeseburger, then work your way down to the artery clogging chicken fried steak sandwich, the mouth-watering muffuletta, or the dressed shrimp bun. Of course, for those blue plate types, the shrimp platter, Tex-mex pasta, or Grandma Theresa’s spaghetti and meat sauce will render you immobile. Closed on Mondays Located at 1206 19th Street
Galveston History
The Rosenberg Library is the oldest public library in Texas and is truly in jewel. Do you want to learn about the Island? This is the place to visit. Everybody that works at the library is passionate about the Island. And if you are traveling with young folks it is a perfect destination to hang out on a rainy day.
Located at 2310 Sealy Street
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Rosenberg Library
2310 Sealy AveThe Rosenberg Library is the oldest public library in Texas and is truly in jewel. Do you want to learn about the Island? This is the place to visit. Everybody that works at the library is passionate about the Island. And if you are traveling with young folks it is a perfect destination to hang out on a rainy day.
Located at 2310 Sealy Street
If you can only visit one of Galveston’s architectural treasures, the exquisite Bishop’s Palace is the one to see.
Galveston’s grandest and best-known building, the Bishop’s Palace is an ornate delight of colored stone, intricately carved ornaments, rare woods, stained-glass windows, bronze dragons and other sculptures, luxury materials and furnishings, and impressive fireplaces from around the world (including one lined with pure silver!).
Built by lawyer Colonel Walter Gresham and designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier architect, this Victorian castle was cited by the American Institute of Architects as one of the 100 most important buildings in America. The home was built from 1886 to 1892.
Located at 1402 Broadway
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Bisschoppelijk Paleis
1402 Broadway Avenue JIf you can only visit one of Galveston’s architectural treasures, the exquisite Bishop’s Palace is the one to see.
Galveston’s grandest and best-known building, the Bishop’s Palace is an ornate delight of colored stone, intricately carved ornaments, rare woods, stained-glass windows, bronze dragons and other sculptures, luxury materials and furnishings, and impressive fireplaces from around the world (including one lined with pure silver!).
Built by lawyer Colonel Walter Gresham and designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier architect, this Victorian castle was cited by the American Institute of Architects as one of the 100 most important buildings in America. The home was built from 1886 to 1892.
Located at 1402 Broadway
The Moodys established one of the great American financial empires. Based on cotton, it grew to include banking, ranching, insurance, newspaper publishing, railroading and hotels.
W.L Moody Jr. bought the Galveston Broadway mansion from the heirs of the original owners soon after the Great Galveston Storm of September 8, 1900.
Mr. and Mrs. Moody and their four children celebrated their first Christmas in the house in December of that year, just three months after the 1900 hurricane. The house remained home for Moody family members until 1986. Today, its rooms are filled with the furnishings and personal effects of the family. Restored to its turn of the century splendor, this 28,000 square-foot, four-story Galveston historic home was completed in 1895.
Today, guests can visit 20 rooms on a tour that depicts the home life of a powerful Texas family.
Located at 2618 Broadway
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Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway Avenue JThe Moodys established one of the great American financial empires. Based on cotton, it grew to include banking, ranching, insurance, newspaper publishing, railroading and hotels.
W.L Moody Jr. bought the Galveston Broadway mansion from the heirs of the original owners soon after the Great Galveston Storm of September 8, 1900.
Mr. and Mrs. Moody and their four children celebrated their first Christmas in the house in December of that year, just three months after the 1900 hurricane. The house remained home for Moody family members until 1986. Today, its rooms are filled with the furnishings and personal effects of the family. Restored to its turn of the century splendor, this 28,000 square-foot, four-story Galveston historic home was completed in 1895.
Today, guests can visit 20 rooms on a tour that depicts the home life of a powerful Texas family.
Located at 2618 Broadway
Sightseeing
Whether you are on vacation, have been here for long time, or want to present a gift to someone, helicopter tours are the best way to see Galveston.
Located at 521 Seawall Blvd
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Galveston Helicopters
521 Seawall BlvdWhether you are on vacation, have been here for long time, or want to present a gift to someone, helicopter tours are the best way to see Galveston.
Located at 521 Seawall Blvd
Have fun while you explore all that Galveston Island has to offer in a Model-T Golf Cart. Carriage Haus rentals has 5 and 8 person models available.
Located at 2127 Broadway
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Carriage Haus Rentals
2127 Broadway Avenue JHave fun while you explore all that Galveston Island has to offer in a Model-T Golf Cart. Carriage Haus rentals has 5 and 8 person models available.
Located at 2127 Broadway
The Galveston Duck Tour is a unique way to see Galveston Island. On the Duck, you’ll travel 40 blocks on Seawall Boulevard – overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. Galveston Duck
Tours begin and end at 25th & Seawall in front of the Pleasure Pier.
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Galveston Duck Tour
2415 Seawall BlvdThe Galveston Duck Tour is a unique way to see Galveston Island. On the Duck, you’ll travel 40 blocks on Seawall Boulevard – overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. Galveston Duck
Tours begin and end at 25th & Seawall in front of the Pleasure Pier.
Dolphin Tours
Offering one hour tours of Galveston’s Harbor to see birds and marine life.
Jet Boat Thrill Ride
The entire family will enjoy the thrill and excitement of right angle turns, accelerated speeds, and “The Hamilton Spin”, a maneuver that spins the boat 360° on its axis throwing a head high wall of water into the air.
Sunset Cruises
Join us for our two hour sunset tour of Galveston’s Harbor. Guests are welcome to bring snacks and beverages aboard to make the trip more enjoyable.
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Galveston Water Adventures
2100 Harborside DriveDolphin Tours
Offering one hour tours of Galveston’s Harbor to see birds and marine life.
Jet Boat Thrill Ride
The entire family will enjoy the thrill and excitement of right angle turns, accelerated speeds, and “The Hamilton Spin”, a maneuver that spins the boat 360° on its axis throwing a head high wall of water into the air.
Sunset Cruises
Join us for our two hour sunset tour of Galveston’s Harbor. Guests are welcome to bring snacks and beverages aboard to make the trip more enjoyable.
Amusements
Featuring waterfront fun and entertainment like no other Gulf Coast destination, the Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier features family-oriented attractions including rides, midway games, a wide selection of food venues and retail shops.
Located at 2501 Seawall Blvd
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Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
2501 Seawall BlvdFeaturing waterfront fun and entertainment like no other Gulf Coast destination, the Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier features family-oriented attractions including rides, midway games, a wide selection of food venues and retail shops.
Located at 2501 Seawall Blvd
Featuring two colorful, fun-filled 18-hole courses for your enjoyment, Magic Carpet Golf is loaded with animated twists, turns, and trickery that’ll keep you entertained for hours.
Located at 9030 Seawall Blvd
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Magic Carpet Golf
9030 Seawall BlvdFeaturing two colorful, fun-filled 18-hole courses for your enjoyment, Magic Carpet Golf is loaded with animated twists, turns, and trickery that’ll keep you entertained for hours.
Located at 9030 Seawall Blvd
Schlitterbahn Galveston attractions are designed to thrill. Experience a staggering variety of heart-pounding, high-speed waterslides. Not a thrill-seeker? No problem. Galveston offers a wide variety of lazy rivers, wave pools, picnic pavilions, and cabanas for those looking to soak up the sun! Located at 2026 Lockheed Road
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Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark
2109 Gene Lucas BlvdSchlitterbahn Galveston attractions are designed to thrill. Experience a staggering variety of heart-pounding, high-speed waterslides. Not a thrill-seeker? No problem. Galveston offers a wide variety of lazy rivers, wave pools, picnic pavilions, and cabanas for those looking to soak up the sun! Located at 2026 Lockheed Road
Enjoy the Rainforest and Aquarium Pyramids, 3D & 4D Theaters, Discovery Museum, 20,000 Leagues Interactive Adventure and the Colonel Paddlewheel Boat.
Located at 1 Hope Blvd
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Moody Gardens
1 Hope BlvdEnjoy the Rainforest and Aquarium Pyramids, 3D & 4D Theaters, Discovery Museum, 20,000 Leagues Interactive Adventure and the Colonel Paddlewheel Boat.
Located at 1 Hope Blvd
More Cool Things To Do
If you are looking for fun on the water while on the Island then Galveston Water Adventures located at Historic Pier 21 has you covered! They offer Dolphin Tours, Jet Boat Rides and Sunset Cruises.
Located at 2100 Harborside Drive (Pier 21)
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Galveston Water Adventures
2100 Harborside DriveIf you are looking for fun on the water while on the Island then Galveston Water Adventures located at Historic Pier 21 has you covered! They offer Dolphin Tours, Jet Boat Rides and Sunset Cruises.
Located at 2100 Harborside Drive (Pier 21)
The Galveston Railroad Museum traces its roots back to the 1896 depot and headquarters built by the Gulf, Colorado, and Santa Fe railroad. At present, the Railroad Museum has forty pieces of rolling stock, a substantial collection of dining car china, and two incredible model railroad layouts. The Museum also runs weekly caboose rides on Saturdays between 11:00am and 2:00pm and Sundays between 1:00pm and 3:00pm.
Located at 2602 Santa Fe Place
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Galveston Railroad Museum
2602 Santa Fe PlThe Galveston Railroad Museum traces its roots back to the 1896 depot and headquarters built by the Gulf, Colorado, and Santa Fe railroad. At present, the Railroad Museum has forty pieces of rolling stock, a substantial collection of dining car china, and two incredible model railroad layouts. The Museum also runs weekly caboose rides on Saturdays between 11:00am and 2:00pm and Sundays between 1:00pm and 3:00pm.
Located at 2602 Santa Fe Place
The Bryan Museum brings the history of Texas and the American West to life. Through its world-class collections, exhibitions, and educational history, guests of all ages get a chance to experience the stories of yesterday.
Located at 1315 21st Street
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The Bryan Museum
1315 21st StThe Bryan Museum brings the history of Texas and the American West to life. Through its world-class collections, exhibitions, and educational history, guests of all ages get a chance to experience the stories of yesterday.
Located at 1315 21st Street
The Galveston Children’s Museum is filled with fun and entertaining interactive exhibits and hands-on programming for ages 2-10, though many activities engage visitors of all ages.
Located at 2618 Broadway
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The Galveston Children's Museum
2618 Broadway Avenue JThe Galveston Children’s Museum is filled with fun and entertaining interactive exhibits and hands-on programming for ages 2-10, though many activities engage visitors of all ages.
Located at 2618 Broadway
Paint Your Own Pottery & Social Canvas Studio..Clay Cup Studios LOVES walk-ins! We have projects from $10 and up, so there is something for everyone's budget. We also have several different art mediums, so you can choose a different project each time! Check out our different art stations, look into our different events.
Located at 2219 Postoffice Street
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Clay Cup Studios
2219 Postoffice StPaint Your Own Pottery & Social Canvas Studio..Clay Cup Studios LOVES walk-ins! We have projects from $10 and up, so there is something for everyone's budget. We also have several different art mediums, so you can choose a different project each time! Check out our different art stations, look into our different events.
Located at 2219 Postoffice Street
Fishing Piers
Extending out into the Gulf of Mexico, the 61st Street Fishing Pier offers fun for both families and fishermen. You may bring your own rods and bait, or rent or purchase supplies in the bait and tackle shop. (A fishing license is required to fish, A temporary license can be purchased at Academy Sports, Wal-Mart, or online from Texas Parks and Wildlife)
In addition, they have a viewing deck for those who just want to observe and enjoy the view and actions of the fishermen. Snacks, soft drinks, beer, and margaritas are offered.
Located at 6101 Seawall Blvd
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Galveston's 61st Street Fishing Pier
6101 Seawall BlvdExtending out into the Gulf of Mexico, the 61st Street Fishing Pier offers fun for both families and fishermen. You may bring your own rods and bait, or rent or purchase supplies in the bait and tackle shop. (A fishing license is required to fish, A temporary license can be purchased at Academy Sports, Wal-Mart, or online from Texas Parks and Wildlife)
In addition, they have a viewing deck for those who just want to observe and enjoy the view and actions of the fishermen. Snacks, soft drinks, beer, and margaritas are offered.
Located at 6101 Seawall Blvd
Jimmy's on the Pier is a unique establishment situated on the historic Galveston Fishing Pier featuring a restaurant, gift shop and coffee shop. The restaurant is located on the top level and is always keeping it local and fresh with their southern seafood, tacos, and burgers. The giftshop is located on the main level on the pier and offers a wide array of Galveston treasures. The coffee shop is also located on the main level of the pier and serves specialty coffees, lattes, and drinks. Enjoy a tasty drink off of the ever changing chalkboard menu or allow one of the baristas to create something of their own. Take your drink out on the pier and enjoy the best view in Galveston! Located at 9001 Seawall Blvd
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Jimmy's on the Pier
9001 Seawall BlvdJimmy's on the Pier is a unique establishment situated on the historic Galveston Fishing Pier featuring a restaurant, gift shop and coffee shop. The restaurant is located on the top level and is always keeping it local and fresh with their southern seafood, tacos, and burgers. The giftshop is located on the main level on the pier and offers a wide array of Galveston treasures. The coffee shop is also located on the main level of the pier and serves specialty coffees, lattes, and drinks. Enjoy a tasty drink off of the ever changing chalkboard menu or allow one of the baristas to create something of their own. Take your drink out on the pier and enjoy the best view in Galveston! Located at 9001 Seawall Blvd
Located on Pelican Island, Seawolf Park boasts one of the island's most popular fishing piers and picnic sites. The park also features a playground for the kids and plenty of tourist attractions, including the WWII submarine, the USS Cavalla, and one of only three destroyer escorts, the USS Stewart. The remains of the WWI tanker S.S. Selma, the largest concrete ship constructed, can be seen northwest of Seawolf Park's fishing pier.
Located at 100 Seawolf Park Blvd
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Seawolf Park
100 Seawolf Park BoulevardLocated on Pelican Island, Seawolf Park boasts one of the island's most popular fishing piers and picnic sites. The park also features a playground for the kids and plenty of tourist attractions, including the WWII submarine, the USS Cavalla, and one of only three destroyer escorts, the USS Stewart. The remains of the WWI tanker S.S. Selma, the largest concrete ship constructed, can be seen northwest of Seawolf Park's fishing pier.
Located at 100 Seawolf Park Blvd