David & Grace's Guidebook
Fun Activities & Tours!
Things we love to do. Indoors and outdoors.
Such a fun way to see the town!
Private Tours are highly recommended.
Mob History Tour!
Rent your carriage, and ask about the 'The Free State of Galveston' Tour. Developed by Galveston's #1 Tour Guide, Willydee!
Private Parties
Corporate
Restoring Demo Reno Tours
Mob Tour
Customize it with Willydee at no additional charge!
Call 83O...377.5517 to schedule a custom tour
or 4O9.939.84Ofive Daisy
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Carriage Haus Rentals
2127 Broadway Avenue JSuch a fun way to see the town!
Private Tours are highly recommended.
Mob History Tour!
Rent your carriage, and ask about the 'The Free State of Galveston' Tour. Developed by Galveston's #1 Tour Guide, Willydee!
Private Parties
Corporate
Restoring Demo Reno Tours
Mob Tour
Customize it with Willydee at no additional charge!
Call 83O...377.5517 to schedule a custom tour
or 4O9.939.84Ofive Daisy
Zipp E Bikes
2311 Mechanic StSuper fun tours and rentals!
Lessons included!
Once in a lifetime way to see the Island 😀
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Galveston Slingshot Rentals
2115 61st StOnce in a lifetime way to see the Island 😀
Located in the historic Galveston Orphans Home. The Bryan Collection, one of the world's largest collections of historical artifacts, documents, and artwork relating to Texas and the American West. Assembled by J.P. and Mary Jon Bryan, the collection spans more than 12,000 years, with pieces ranging from ancient Native American cultural artifacts to modern twenty-first century objects.
1st Thursday of each month, enjoy wine and music in the gardens from 5-7pm. (Seasonal)
No entry fee to the gardens!
Check website for special events and exhibits. A must for Texas history buffs and lovers of all things Texas. thebryanmuseum
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I-Bryan Museum
1315 21st StLocated in the historic Galveston Orphans Home. The Bryan Collection, one of the world's largest collections of historical artifacts, documents, and artwork relating to Texas and the American West. Assembled by J.P. and Mary Jon Bryan, the collection spans more than 12,000 years, with pieces ranging from ancient Native American cultural artifacts to modern twenty-first century objects.
1st Thursday of each month, enjoy wine and music in the gardens from 5-7pm. (Seasonal)
No entry fee to the gardens!
Check website for special events and exhibits. A must for Texas history buffs and lovers of all things Texas. thebryanmuseum
Super fun place for the artsy! They have special classes and a great variety of mediums. Sip and Paint nights are a fav.
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Clay Cup Studios
2219 Postoffice StSuper fun place for the artsy! They have special classes and a great variety of mediums. Sip and Paint nights are a fav.
Island Treasure Hunts Self Guided Scavenger Hunts!
island treasure hunts.com
Use Code HUNT4IT for $5 off!
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Saengerfest Park
2302 Strand StIsland Treasure Hunts Self Guided Scavenger Hunts!
island treasure hunts.com
Use Code HUNT4IT for $5 off!
Great place to get your skate on!
Right next to McGuire -Dent Rec Center
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Johnny Romano Skatepark
2249 27th StGreat place to get your skate on!
Right next to McGuire -Dent Rec Center
The amazing Nicholas Clayton is the architect of this beautiful Mansion. Open for self guided tours.
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I-Palace ye-Bishop
1402 Broadway Avenue JThe amazing Nicholas Clayton is the architect of this beautiful Mansion. Open for self guided tours.
Galveston Yacht Basin
715 N Holiday DrCharter a Sailboat or Fishing Trip!
https://www.facebook.com/SailingNirvana/
One of the largest Railroad Museums in the country. Walk through authentic antique Railroad Cars and experience what travel felt like in days gone by!
Not to be missed!
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I-Galveston Railroad Museum
2602 Santa Fe PlOne of the largest Railroad Museums in the country. Walk through authentic antique Railroad Cars and experience what travel felt like in days gone by!
Not to be missed!
Fun day/night on the Pier! Games, rides and Bubba Gumps!
We recommend the all day passes for maximum funnage!
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Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
2501 Seawall BlvdFun day/night on the Pier! Games, rides and Bubba Gumps!
We recommend the all day passes for maximum funnage!
Walk this famous street, shop the shops and Check-out the Art Galleries. If your fortunate enough to be here during an Art Walk, it's a double WIN! ( ArtWalk approximately every 6 weeks, check Google for dates).
Postoffice District
2200 Postoffice StWalk this famous street, shop the shops and Check-out the Art Galleries. If your fortunate enough to be here during an Art Walk, it's a double WIN! ( ArtWalk approximately every 6 weeks, check Google for dates).
Fun day of indoor activities as well as some outdoor ones!
We love the Rainforest and Aquarium.
IMAX is the largest in Texas.
Paddle boat is great fun, call for schedule.
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I-Moody Gardens
1 Hope BlvdFun day of indoor activities as well as some outdoor ones!
We love the Rainforest and Aquarium.
IMAX is the largest in Texas.
Paddle boat is great fun, call for schedule.
Beautiful historic Mansion. Open for tours and beautifully decorated.
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Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway Avenue JBeautiful historic Mansion. Open for tours and beautifully decorated.
Love the Rainforest Pyramid.
It is not air-conditioned but very beautiful.
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I-Pyramid ye-Rainforest
1 Hope BlvdLove the Rainforest Pyramid.
It is not air-conditioned but very beautiful.
A great place to escape the rain or heat! Several movies to choose from
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Galveston PREMIERE 11 West Beach
8902 Seawall BlvdA great place to escape the rain or heat! Several movies to choose from
Shows and Concerts. Please check their schedule of events. 1st Opera House in Texas!!
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Grand 1894 Opera House
2020 Postoffice StShows and Concerts. Please check their schedule of events. 1st Opera House in Texas!!
Moody Gardens Golf Course
1700 Sydnor LnOur beautiful Golf Course by the Sea!
Food scene
Our favorites!
Best Seafood Restaurant in Galveston. Shrimp, Redfish and Crab
Ask for Anthony F. to serve you.
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Katie's Seafood Market
1902 Wharf RdBest Seafood Restaurant in Galveston. Shrimp, Redfish and Crab
Ask for Anthony F. to serve you.
A local go-to for Wednesday afternoon takeout Pizza Special! We love the Crawfish Pizza and the Veggie! Wonderfully prepared Redfish! Happy Hour Meatballs!!
Outdoor seating with a view of the Historic Seawall.
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Mario's Seawall Italian Restaurant
628 Seawall BlvdA local go-to for Wednesday afternoon takeout Pizza Special! We love the Crawfish Pizza and the Veggie! Wonderfully prepared Redfish! Happy Hour Meatballs!!
Outdoor seating with a view of the Historic Seawall.
Delicious sandwiches and pork chops.
Great decor and friendly service.
Potato Wedges are very good as well.
Doc Holliday's Roadhouse
Delicious sandwiches and pork chops.
Great decor and friendly service.
Potato Wedges are very good as well.
Say hi to local Celebrity Paco the Great!
Amazing Tableside Catajillo
Bread Pudding and Chef's Specials!!
Dress code here.. NO flipflops or shorts. Reservation suggested
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Rudy & Paco Restaurant and Bar
2028 Postoffice StSay hi to local Celebrity Paco the Great!
Amazing Tableside Catajillo
Bread Pudding and Chef's Specials!!
Dress code here.. NO flipflops or shorts. Reservation suggested
Fantastic BBQ! Recommend the ribs and Brisket! LOADED TOTS. Yum!
They stay open till 3pm or until they sell out.
Koop's BBQ Kitchen
Fantastic BBQ! Recommend the ribs and Brisket! LOADED TOTS. Yum!
They stay open till 3pm or until they sell out.
Beautiful daytime views.
5 Venues
Sports bar
Family (1st level)
Rum
Music and more
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The Spot
3204 Seawall BlvdBeautiful daytime views.
5 Venues
Sports bar
Family (1st level)
Rum
Music and more
Check in your condo or ask me about a free appetizer card!
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Mario's Seawall Italian Restaurant
628 Seawall BlvdCheck in your condo or ask me about a free appetizer card!
The 1st and only legal distillery in Galveston History! Excellent drinks and food! They are a must for whiskey or vodka enthusiasts.
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Texas Tail Distillery
2416 Postoffice StThe 1st and only legal distillery in Galveston History! Excellent drinks and food! They are a must for whiskey or vodka enthusiasts.
Great seafood in a historical Postoffice district, dress casual, free appetizer card available in your condo or ask me!
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Saltwater Grill
2017 Postoffice StGreat seafood in a historical Postoffice district, dress casual, free appetizer card available in your condo or ask me!
After Hours Happy Hour.
Check on their webpage for hours.
Right on Post Office Street Downtown
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Sky Bar Steak and Sushi
2105 Postoffice StAfter Hours Happy Hour.
Check on their webpage for hours.
Right on Post Office Street Downtown
Gaido's
Delicious food and very good service
$$$
Great for special occasions and romance.
Best service on the Island.
Amazing views.
$$$$
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Shearn's
7 Hope BlvdGreat for special occasions and romance.
Best service on the Island.
Amazing views.
$$$$
Amazing Bread Pudding
Wonderful Service
Steaks and Seafood!
$$$
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Vargas Cut and Catch
2102 Postoffice StAmazing Bread Pudding
Wonderful Service
Steaks and Seafood!
$$$
Inside a the former Hutchings- Sealy National Bank. Located on the World Famous Strand. Designed in the Neo-Renaissance style by Galveston architect Nicholas J. Clayton, it was built in 1895 for the banking firm of Ball, Hutchings & Co.”
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Riondo's Ristorante
2328 Strand StInside a the former Hutchings- Sealy National Bank. Located on the World Famous Strand. Designed in the Neo-Renaissance style by Galveston architect Nicholas J. Clayton, it was built in 1895 for the banking firm of Ball, Hutchings & Co.”
Number 13 Prime Steak and Seafood
7809 Broadway StRomantic and $$$
Very good!
Union Public House Galveston
Local bar
Great view with 5 Venues.
Hamburgers are good.
Pina Colada in a Coconut available on the 1st level. We like.
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The Spot
3204 Seawall BlvdGreat view with 5 Venues.
Hamburgers are good.
Pina Colada in a Coconut available on the 1st level. We like.
Fun place for visitors. Chain Restaurant with a shop and water ride inside.
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Rainforest Cafe
5310 Seawall BlvdFun place for visitors. Chain Restaurant with a shop and water ride inside.
Chili’s
500 Seawall BlvdClosed permanently
Markets
Local markets and food
Katie's Seafood Market
1902 Wharf RdPurchase fresh seafood for home!
A favorite for Souvenirs and a chill time on the deck. Beverages available. Rest rooms available
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Murdochs
2215 Seawall BlvdA favorite for Souvenirs and a chill time on the deck. Beverages available. Rest rooms available
Kroger
5730 Seawall BlvdConvenience and selection
Randalls
2931 Central City BlvdLocal Market close to Condos
Spec's
2711 61st StLarge selection
Some specialty food and beverages
Maceo Spice & Import Company
2706 Market StNeighborhoods
Historic Area great for sightseeing and some shopping. Try a self guided Tour! IslandTreasureHunts dot com
discount code, HUNT4IT for $5 off.
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The Strand
The StrandHistoric Area great for sightseeing and some shopping. Try a self guided Tour! IslandTreasureHunts dot com
discount code, HUNT4IT for $5 off.
Locals
Best Breakfast and Lunch! Our East End Secret! Don't tell em we sent ya!
😂🙊🥞🧇🍔🥧
ohhh.. did I mention dessert??
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Shykatz Cafe & Bakery
1528 Avenue LBest Breakfast and Lunch! Our East End Secret! Don't tell em we sent ya!
😂🙊🥞🧇🍔🥧
ohhh.. did I mention dessert??
My favorite Grilled Cheese and Brisket. Also Loaded Tots!!
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Koops bbq
4501 Broadway Avenue JMy favorite Grilled Cheese and Brisket. Also Loaded Tots!!
Local BBQ Place. Suggest go early or call first. They run out fast on the weekends.
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Pennies Tex Mex Take Out
1713 37th StLocal BBQ Place. Suggest go early or call first. They run out fast on the weekends.
Locals hangout. Great to just chill and sip in a cold drink. Crawfish during the season.
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Marina Bar & Grill
715 N Holiday DrLocals hangout. Great to just chill and sip in a cold drink. Crawfish during the season.
Perfect place to sit outside and watch the sun set. Need we say more?
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Jimmy's on the Pier
9001 Seawall BlvdPerfect place to sit outside and watch the sun set. Need we say more?
Hotel Galvez and Spa
2024 Seawall BlvdBest small family owned Market specializing in the best Muffalettas in Texas
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Maceo Spice & Import Company
2706 Market StBest small family owned Market specializing in the best Muffalettas in Texas
Our local Movie Theater & Bowling Alley!
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Galveston PREMIERE 11 West Beach
8902 Seawall BlvdOur local Movie Theater & Bowling Alley!
Sightseeing
Zipp E Bikes
2311 Mechanic StAmazing Tours and rentals. Lessons included!
Another beautiful home with history. Open for tours.
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Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway Avenue JAnother beautiful home with history. Open for tours.
Ever been on a real Oil Rig? This is your opportunity! We recommend it!
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Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig neMuziyam
2002 Wharf RdEver been on a real Oil Rig? This is your opportunity! We recommend it!
great place to see the most famous mural in Galveston!
Concerts, food, decorations!
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Saengerfest Park
2302 Strand Stgreat place to see the most famous mural in Galveston!
Concerts, food, decorations!
Beautiful, historical Hotel. wonderful Sunday Brunch. Romantic bar.
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Hotel Galvez and Spa
2024 Seawall BlvdBeautiful, historical Hotel. wonderful Sunday Brunch. Romantic bar.
Fitness
Basketball, Bollards, Pingpong, Workout and more.
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McGuire-Dent Recreation Center at Menard Park
2222 28th StBasketball, Bollards, Pingpong, Workout and more.