Galveston Island Information
The Galveston Model Railroad Club & Museum is not the only thing to see or do while visiting Galveston Island. We have collected some of our favorite things to do, places to stay, where to eat and more.
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News and Weather
- Galveston County Daily News — Texas' oldest continuously published newspaper, has the county covered.
- National Weather Service — The official forecast for Galveston and surrounding areas.
- Weather Channel Forecast — From the Weather Channel, here's the Galveston Area Forecast
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Attractions
- Dickens on the Strand — An annual holiday-time event that takes visitors back to a 19th century cityscape.
- Galveston Railroad Museum — All Aboard! For those who want to see the 1:1 scale (in other words real size trains) this is a must-visit place, located only a block from the Galveston Model Railroad Club and Museum.
- Lone Star Flight Museum — Journey into Aviation and the role of Texans in the advancement of modern transportation.
- Moody Gardens — A tropical destination, featuring an aquarium, tropical rainforest, IMAX theater and more.
- Offshore Energy Center's Ocean Star — Learn about real operating offshore rigs and specialized oilfield equipment.
- Schlitterbahn Galveston Island — An indoor and outdoor water park, complete with slides, rivers, water coasters and a wave pool.
For additional information, please visit the Galveston Island Convention and Visitor's Bureau.
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Dining
For additional information, please visit the Galveston Island Convention and Visitor's Bureau.
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Hotels and Resorts
- Harbor House at Pier 21 — Located in the historic Port of Galveston, Harbor House offers Harbor views for all of their guest rooms.
- Hotel Galvez — A Wyndham Historic Hotel, located on Seawall Boulevard, overlooking the Gulf of Mexico.
- Moody Gardens Hotel and Spa Resort — A Tropical Paradise perfect for your next convention, meeting, weekend getaway or family vacation. Be sure to bring your golf clubs, as Moody Gardens is adjacent to a recently renovated 18-hole public golf course.
- The Tremont House — A Wyndham Historic Hotel, located minutes from the Historic Strand District
For additional information, please visit the Galveston Island Convention and Visitor's Bureau.
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