Best Museums in Galveston

"Among the many museums located in Galveston, the Galveston Railroad Museum is worth adding to your list of things to do in the city. The Galveston Railroad Museum is one of Galveston’s top attractions and was first opened on the old Santa Fe railyard and depot in the year 1983. The museum is home to a wide range of steam engine collections obtained in different eras and exciting exhibits that educate its visitors on railroads and its history in the city of Galveston and Texas in general."

"Along with setting aside time to sit at the beach and eat plenty of seafood, you’ll want to reserve ample time to explore some of Galveston Island’s top historical attractions when you visit."

"If you are looking for what to do in Galveston with kids, add a visit to the Galveston Children’s Museum to your checklist. Primarily established for children of all age grades, the museum thrives on bringing entertainment and education to Galveston’s kids. Galveston Children’s Museum is filled with lots of fun things to do and see for children, and it has thousands of interesting exhibits ranging from artworks to sculptures, structures and toys all meant for kids."

"There is a broad mixture of artwork available for viewing at the Galveston Arts Center. This is one of the best free things to do in Galveston if you enjoy art, a favorite for Galveston residents. The great thing about this art center is that variety is the spice of life."

"We couldn’t think of a better spot to start on your personal Galveston art walk. The Galveston Arts Center is one of our favorites!. Oh and it’s free admission!"

"2227 Postoffice 409-789-0079sje@fromtheheart.galleryfromtheheart.gallery. Affaire d'Art is a fine art gallery located in downtown Galveston that showcases a diverse selection of original works of art. The gallery is open Wednesday - Sunday, from 12pm - 6pm."

"Affaire d’Art is a Fine Art Gallery located in the Historic Downtown Art District of Galveston and showcases a diverse selection of original works in fine art mediums including painting, drawing, photography, 2D mixed media and sculpture."

"Formerly known as The American Undersea Warfare Center, the Galveston Naval Museum is home to USS Cavalla and USS Stewart. The USS Cavalla is best known as “Avenger of Pearl Harbor” and it has a great history aggregated to it. Both of them are in the National Register of Historic Places."

"If you are a history enthusiast and wish to learn more about the city, add a visit to the Galveston County Historical Museum to your list of fun things to do in Galveston. Galveston County Historical Museum is one of Galveston’s best historical attractions, which offers visitors the opportunity to have a very comprehensive view of local history. Filled with lots of information about Galveston, its wars, and other interesting events, the museum features many exhibits from different periods and themes of the county’s history."

"The Galveston County Historical Museum is a fun stop for any history buff but also offers excitement for anyone who wants to learn more about Galveston. The museum offers visitors the chance to explore the many exciting historical pieces and learn more about wars and other events that took place in Galveston and near Galveston during the tour. Galveston is filled with so much interesting history and the historical museum aims to tell as much of it as you want to hear."

"This museum is located in the 1919 City National Bank Building and includes exhibits on the 1900 Storm, Native Americans during the time that Cabeza de Vaca occupied the Island in 1528, and the Galveston architecture of Nicholas Clayton. Unique features include a lighthouse lens and actual footage from the 1900 Storm taken by Thomas Edison’s assistant."

"The Strand is one of the first places to visit in Galveston. View historic 19th-century homes, learn more about the history of Galveston, visit a museum, shop ‘til you drop at one of the area’s Galveston boutiques. You may also socialize at one of the bars, or stop by for a bite to eat at one of the mom-and-pop diners located along The Strand, a five-block historic area located nearby the pier."

"The Strand is located in Galveston’s historical downtown district. With an array of intriguing shops, galleries and museums, this is where you can get some of the most eccentric souvenirs. The old-fashioned candy parlor is a great place to visit if you have a sweet tooth."

"Novice fisherman, or those who just want to experience a true Galveston tradition, will enjoy the 61st street fishing pier. It’s open 24/7 from March until December (although hours vary depending on weather conditions), and offers fully rigged rental rods at the rate of $8 per day, including bait. If rods, reels, and bait aren't your thing, you can grab a hot dog and a beer as you watch the fishing action or marvel at the beautiful sunset, but note that there’s a $10 entry fee to get on the two-level pier."

"The sushi chefs at both locations—Webster and Greenway Plaza—go out of their way to plate their rolls artfully. Order the Red Dragon, and you’ll get a roll that looks like a Chinese dragon, with an ingeniously crafted head fashioned from lemon and radish. It’s delicious, but the best roll in the house is the Triton 2.0—a spicy-tuna-and-escolar roll enrobed in kanpachi (amberjack), topped with peppered scallops and jalapeño, and torched to order."