Survived the catastrophic Galveston Flood of 1900 and more recently Hurricane Ike 2008. Mail…read morecontributions for ongoing repairs and maintenance by contacting the opera house for more information. There's Opera House garage parking available, street parking is available though, guided tours, three levels of seating, Hall of Fame wall of pictures, unique piano lid hangs on dressing room wall which boasts famous signatures including President George HW Bush and Barbara Bush. Check website for upcoming events.

Jeff's seats were sold out for Amy couple in pairs-(seats together)…read more I placed our names on a waiting list. There was 6 ahead of us. They called-2 days before the show and we were able to get in! I appreciate the call back and follow through on those tickets! I've been going thru cancer testing and preparing for surgery and really needed a laugh and weekend getaway!

A multi-purpose venue on the Royal Caribbean Ship: Harmony of the Seas, Studio B functions mainly…read moreas a ice skating studio: for both nightly performances and guest free skating. My brother and I saw the show "1887 - A Journey in Time", and it was very good, especially considering that we were sailing at more than 18 knots in the Gulf of Mexico during the performance. Studio B is located on Deck 4, right below the Promenade shops. Unlike the nearby Royal Theater which occupies both deck 4 and 5, Studio B has less seating for a more intimate experience, closer to the stage/ice. The ice surface is about 50 ft by 100 ft (a typical NHL hockey rink is 85 x 200), and the venue can seat 900 people. It is definitely worth it to sit as close as possible to the surface: getting a close up view of the performers can really change the experience. The 1887 show is inspired by the works of the French author, Jules Verne, and takes the audience through different time periods, with costume changes throughout. The use of lights and lasers would often change the ice surface visual to explain the location or time period the next act was happening. One of the visuals was to show that were deep in the ocean (e.g. "20,000 Leagues Under the Sea"), and it was really well done. The heroine, Juliet, travels through time with her time traveling companion, to find true love. (I learned this from researching online...it was difficult to follow the story during the show). The 45 minute show has 13 performers (all of them professional level skaters), with ice dancing and pairs figure skating and men/women singles being prominent. There were quite a few triple jumps being done. At one part, there was a magic trick (disappearing, levitating 'Juliet') and some dangerous looking sword play between 'Romeo' and 'Tybalt' on the ice. There was a break in the story to bring out Dimitri, who was an expert on using the Cyr wheel on the ice, taking advantage of centrifugal force and gravity. Definitely an enjoyable show for all ages, and one where you will admire how much money and effort was spent to give the audience a good show.

This place has been around for years supporting musicians and giving us an opportunity to support…read morethem as well. It's an old school venue no frills just a friendly fun vibe. We had a great time!!

Adorable bar & great music. West Texas Exiles last night was a wonderful show & we hope they come…read moreback soon!

It's more of a public square than a park. The name comes from a biennial singing contest that…read moreGalveston hosted in April of 1881. There's a historical marker that tells the story. It's where you can find the "Greetings from Galveston" mural as well as a cool looking mosaic of George P. Mitchell (the "Son of Galveston"). It's a nice tribute to the Mitchell's who started up the project to create this area of celebration. It's currently the place where free movie and music events occur every summer. We were there just before Christmas time. There was a huge Christmas tree with a Santa's chair in front of it. A great photo op for family pictures. But, it was the Galveston mural that really brought us here. My husband was born on the island (B.O.I.), but moved to Tampa when he was 2 years old. It was his first time seeing Galveston since that time. The picture of him with the Galveston mural made this visit special. It will always be memorable for us.

This is a small paved area that could be a park, located next to a pair of restaurants. The paving…read moreis quite nice and includes a "raised" area that could be a stage. Music performances take place here, on top of the usual buskers on the corner. You'll find the "Greetings from Galveston" mural and the London-style phone booth, either of which is always good for a selfie. The park takes its name from Saengerfest, a biennial singing contest sponsored by German immigrant choral societies around the State of Texas in the 19th century. [Review 880 of 2024 - 635 in Texas - 21909 overall]

It was closed permanently and we drove all the way there and parked. Make sure it is open. They did…read morenot refresh info and you don't want to be disappointed .

If you are a history buff, then you should definitely stop at the theater to see the short film on…read morethe great Hurricane of 1900. The hurricane shaped the future of Galveston and Texas. It is also recorded as the deadliest natural disaster in U.S. history. The movie provides great context about Galveston's history, and helps you appreciate the rest of what you see and experience during your visit in town. The documentary was well restored and very informative. The Texas Seaport Museum recommend we go next door to see the film. There are several showings throughout the day, and they warned us to arrive 15 minutes before show time, as they are strict about not allowing for late seating. The theater shows 2 other films. The Great Storm only costs $6 for adults. Tip - the Theater is located on Pier 21 with other restaurants. If you are going to Pier 21 include time for a meal or drink at one of the restaurants. Then they will validate for your parking.

Great way to spend a couple of hours, we purchased the deal on groupon and found this to be the…read morebest price. We arrived first thing right when they opened and had no issues finding a parking spot, i will mention when we left a couple of hours later the parking lot was full with people driving around waiting for people to leave. My kids really enjoyed the aquarium, as did my husband I it was our favorite area to explore. The rainforest pyramid was nice we couldnt find the sloth but saw the monkeys, they was down on the walk way and staff was directing people away from them It was more a one and done kind of place just because it is a little on the pricey side, but we have no regrets and got some amazing photos.

I had a wonderful time here! Each attraction was fun and unique in its own way…read more I enjoyed dipping' dots before going to the rainforest and Aquarium. The staff members were friendly, it was super clean and the attractions were fun and exciting. I can't wait to come back

The Royal Carbbean "Royal Theater" is the main entertainment venue on most Royal Caribbean ships,…read moredesigned for full-scale stage productions that can include Broadway musicals and original shows. These theaters are equipped with advanced technology, such as elaborate lighting, sound systems, and stage mechanics that allow for impressive special effects and flying performers. Shows are complimentary, though reservations are often required and can be made through the Royal Caribbean app or at the onboard box office.

Galveston is so fortunate to have the GSO here, under the direction of Trond Saeverud. They…read moretypically offer seven concerts per year, all in the beautiful 1894 Grand Opera House. The music selection are awesome, and the quality of the performances is great. If you haven't heard the symphony you must!