Posts Tagged ‘Galveston Student Trip’
Seawolf Park
Seawolf Park Welcome to Galveston’s Seawolf Park, a popular public park located on Pelican Island that serves as a memorial to the USS Seawolf, as well as a popular fishing spot. The USS Seawolf was a US Navy Sargo-Class Submarine that was mistakenly sunk by US Navy forces in 1944 during WWII. Learn all about…
Read MoreGalveston Go Karts And Fun Center
Galveston Go Karts And Fun Center If your group is looking for something fun and entertaining for everyone consider spending some time at Galveston Go Karts and Fun Center, the local amusement center that is popular with locals and guests alike. Your group can enjoy the curvy go kart track outside, then head inside for…
Read MorePier 21
Pier 21 One destination, endless possibilities. Your group simply must visit Pier 21 during your Galveston adventure, this redeveloped heritage harbor front area hard to miss with its excellent entertainment, eateries, and lodging options. This waterfront entertainment and dining area is located on Galveston’s Historic Harbor, located in the Historic Strand Seaport area. You will…
Read MoreGalveston Water Adventures
Galveston Water Adventures Each March through November you can experience a super soakin’ thrill like no other here in Galveston with Galveston Water Adventures, the water adventure company that offers jet boat rides, dolphin tours, and sunset cruises. For action and adventure opt-in for the Suntime Jet Boat Thrill Ride, the ride that gives the…
Read MoreGalveston Seawall
Galveston Seawall ‘…a happening place for beachgoers that serves as a gorgeous backdrop to a variety of shops, restaurants, attractions and gear rental stores…’ You will undoubtedly encounter the Galveston Seawall during your visit, with many of the most popular attractions in the city lining Seawall Boulevard, the street that runs right beside the seawall…
Read MoreLa King’s Confectionery
La King’s Confectionery For sweet treats and even sweeter service take your group to La King’s Confectionery in Galveston, this popular ice cream parlor serving as a throwback to the 1920s, ‘when folks came out to enjoy a treat and visit’. Inside La King’s you will find an old-school candy maker setting that offers up…
Read MoreColonel Paddleboat Cruise
Colonel Paddleboat Cruise Live the high life aboard a replica of 1800s paddlewheel boat. Enjoy a sightseeing or dinner cruise with your group aboard the Colonel Paddleboat, the authentic replica of an 1800s style paddlewheel that is a part of Moody Gardens. The most common cruises offered are the weekend dinner cruises, which last between…
Read MoreMoody Mansion
Moody Mansion Welcome to Moody Mansion, the historic residential building located on Broad Street in historic Galveston. This 31-room Romanesque Mansion was completed in 1895 by famed architect William H Tyndall. Today the mansion is open for public tours and also houses the Galveston Children’s Museum within its walls. Inside you will find 28,000 square…
Read MoreHaunted Mayfield Manor
Haunted Mayfield Manor Get ready for the most thrilling adventure available in Galveston, Haunted Mayfield Manor, located on the Strand at 23rd Street. This year-round haunted house is located in what was once a temporary morgue, delivering psychological scares through theatrical performance all throughout the house. You will get both histories and scares as you…
Read MorePirates! Legends of the Gulf Coast
Pirates! Legends of the Gulf Coast Come learn the legends, myths and stories of the last of the Buccaneers. For a swashbuckling adventure like no other in Galveston take your group to Pirates! Legends of the Gulf Coast, Texas’ only permanent year-round pirate exhibit. Here you can meet resident pirates, visit a gift shop, and…
Read MoreGalveston Railroad Museum
Galveston Railroad Museum A museum dedicated to the restoration, observation, and re-use of historic facilities and equipment. The Galveston Railroad Museum is an educational and entertaining museum destination along The Strand Historic District that shows visitors a different side of this city’s history – the rail side. This fun museum offers up 5 tracks and…
Read MoreGalveston Island State Park
Galveston Island State Park For a breath of fresh air, literally, head to the Galveston Island State Park during your class trip, this 2000 acre park featuring campgrounds, hiking trails, birdwatching spots, swimming spots, and so much more for locals and visitors like to enjoy. This park protects 2000 acres of upper Gulf Coast barrier…
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