Galveston Island is Texas' top historic resort destination offering 32 miles of relaxing beaches, the finest in hotel accommodations, superb restaurants, marvelous downtown shopping, numerous antique stores, incredible art galleries, a championship golf course, over 60 unique attractions, infinite bird watching, and fabulous entertainment venues. From soft sandy beaches to famous 19th century architecture, experience a taste of Texas' history in a Victorian setting.

Come early - avoid the rush and worry of getting to the ship on time by arriving a few days or at least a few hours before departing Galveston Island. Discover the famed Historic Strand District located one block from the Texas Cruise Ship Terminal offering over 100 unique restaurants, boutiques, outlet stores, antique shops, art galleries, historic attractions and museums, all within walking distance of the terminal. Present your cruise documents for special discounts at certain locations and attractions.

Recommended attractions include: The Broadway Beauties: 1859 Ashton Villa, 1886 Bishop's Palace, 1895 Moody Mansion which portray early 20th century family life among Galveston's elite; The Grand 1894 Opera House ranked among the nation's finest historical theaters, the Texas Seaport Museum & 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA highlighting the history of the Port of Galveston, the Great Storm documentary detailing the 1900 hurricane which killed 6,000 and changed the Island's history, the OCEAN STAR Offshore Drilling Rig & Museum, the Railroad Museum in the restored Union Depot, Harbour Tours offering dolphin watching, the Lone Star Flight Museum & Texas Aviation Hall of Fame housing one of the finest collections of restored aircraft and aviation exhibits in the nation, and Moody Gardens featuring a 2-million-gallon aquarium, a 3D IMAX theater, a 12 story tropical rainforest, and an IMAX Ridefilm Theater.