Housed in a large aircraft hangar, this world-class aviation museum features restored aircraft and historic photographs.
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Super 8 Galveston
#19 of 44 hotels in Galveston, TX
22 Reviews
Last reviewed Oct 7, 2008
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Escapes! to the Gulf at Galveston
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Last reviewed Sep 18, 2008
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The Tremont House - A Wyndham Historic Hotel
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Moody Gardens Hotel
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Last reviewed Sep 4, 2008
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Hilton Galveston Island Resort
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Last reviewed Aug 30, 2008
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#23 of 44 hotels in Galveston, TX
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#1 of 34 attractions in Galveston
Attraction type: Transportation museum; History museum; Specialty museum
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- Apr 14, 2008 "History Buffs Should See This"
- Mar 23, 2005 "Well Worth A Look"
- Oct 24, 2002 "A Great Find!"
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#2 of 34 attractions in Galveston
Built in the Victorian Italianate style in 1859, this home opened to the public in 1974.
Attraction type: Historic home
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- Aug 19, 2008 "Excellent Tour of a Beautiful Home"
- Aug 14, 2008 "Definitely go!"
- Jul 10, 2008 "A Quaint Ole Estate"
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#3 of 34 attractions in Galveston
Historic park offering camping, hiking, bird watching, biking and swimming.
Attraction type: State park
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- Aug 29, 2008 "You have to give this place a chance."
- Aug 15, 2008 "yuck!"
- May 17, 2008 "free beach/sea life tour"
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#4 of 34 attractions in Galveston
This elegant late 19th-century mansion of red brick, limestone and terra cotta tile, houses a collection of decorative arts, silver and furnishings associated with the Moodys, one of the city's most prominent families.
Attraction type: Historic home; Art museum; Other
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- Aug 14, 2008 "GO!"
- Jun 27, 2008 "Very Beautiful and Informative"
- Dec 27, 2004 "Not That Great"
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#5 of 34 attractions in Galveston
This museum details the history of Galveston Island and features a newly restored ship that was originally built in 1877.
Attraction type: Maritime museum; Other
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- Mar 4, 2007 "It was fun and informative"
- Jul 14, 2005 "Seaport Museum, low cost, no problems"
- Jun 18, 2004 "Rude, obnoxious volunteer"
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#6 of 34 attractions in Galveston
Attraction type: History museum
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- Jul 9, 2007 "A former employee reviews"
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- Jul 11, 2008 "If you want to surf in Galveston..."
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#7 of 34 attractions in Galveston
The biggest in the Lone Star state, this popular beach features outdoor concerts, special events and other activities for people of all ages. And unlike most public beaches, East Beach allows the consumption of alcohol.
Attraction type: Beach
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- Sep 11, 2004 "Visited East Beach 9/10/04"
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#8 of 34 attractions in Galveston
The tropical rain forest inside a huge glass pyramid, complete with waterfalls, cliffs, butterflies, birds, fish and, the latest acquisition, bats, is the highlight of this immense educational center which has two other pyramids, a pool, beach, spa and hotel.
Attraction type: Aquarium; Garden; Nature center; Zoo; Museum complex; Other; Amusement/theme park
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- Aug 30, 2008 "Not really worth it"
- Aug 28, 2008 "Waste of Money"
- Aug 25, 2008 "Great!!"
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#9 of 34 attractions in Galveston
Attraction type: Library
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- Mar 3, 2008 "I lived in Galveston"
- Jan 21, 2007 "Great Library, Bad Location"
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#10 of 34 attractions in Galveston
Family-friendly beach features fresh-water lagoons, waterfalls and other amusements including paddleboats and volleyball courts.
Attraction type: Beach; Aquarium; Garden; Nature center
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- Aug 27, 2008 "FUN FUN FUN in the summer!"
- Aug 15, 2006 "Not much to offer"
- Jul 14, 2006 "Not worth the money"
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#11 of 34 attractions in Galveston
The Historic Strand District is so close that the cruise terminal really adds value before or after your cruise. There are plenty of shops and great places to eat that are all in historic buildings...
Attraction type: Scenic/historic walking area; Other
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- Jun 30, 2008 "Potential Unrealized"
- May 4, 2008 "Better get there early"
- Jun 17, 2006 "loved"
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#12 of 34 attractions in Galveston
Ranked among the top 100 homes in the U.S. for its architectural significance, this ornate 1893 building was the home to the family of Walter Gresham, a former Confederate colonel and U.S. Congressman.
Attraction type: Historic home
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- Aug 14, 2008 "Good!"
- Jul 1, 2008 "Not worth it"
- Jan 21, 2007 "A Most Magnificent Home"
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#13 of 34 attractions in Galveston
Scenic park on Pelican Island offers scenic views of the Port of Galveston.
Attraction type: State park
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- Sep 21, 2008 "Old ships were cool"
- Jan 8, 2008 "Fun day at Sea Wolf Park"
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#14 of 34 attractions in Galveston
The Galveston location is the third in the Schlitterbahn chain (#4 is under construction in Kansas City). It was built in the developing tourist zone on Galveston Island next door to Moody Gardens on
Attraction type: Water park
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- Aug 24, 2008 "A great waterpark...with a few problems."
- Aug 15, 2008 "Schlitterbahn Was Awsome (Except a Little Crowded)"
- Aug 10, 2008 "Schlitterbahn Continues to Innovate"
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#15 of 34 attractions in Galveston
Attraction type: Transportation museum
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- Aug 21, 2007 "Fun time for the kids"
- Jul 2, 2007 "Great History there!"
- Feb 18, 2006 "Don't Bother!!"
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#16 of 34 attractions in Galveston
Attraction type: Golf course
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- Sep 18, 2006 "Galveston muni golf course needs attention"
- May 15, 2004 "Good Course..Good Price..lacks maintenance"
The oldest newspaper in Texas was founded in this scenic building back in the late 1800s.
Attraction type: Landmark/point of interest
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#18 of 34 attractions in Galveston
Accommodates 1,700 seats.
Attraction type: Theater
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- Apr 19, 2004 "It's Northen, not Northern"
Stewart's Beach is one that you can drive down on the beach and park on. Nearby jetties to fish off of. Has a souvenir shop, a few places to eat, bathrooms, and showers. You even have an option of...
Attraction type: Beach; Park; State park
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