Moody Gardens (Galveston, Texas)

 museum, garden, nature conservation park / area

1 Hope Boulevard
Galveston, Texas 77554
1-800-582-4673
www.moodygardens.com/

Moody Gardens is a tourist complex located on Offatts Bayou in Galveston, Texas. It is owned by the City of Galveston but funded, operated, and supported by the multi-billion dollar Moody Foundation.

Moody Gardens features three main pyramid attractions: the Aquarium, which is one of the largest in the world and holds many species of fish and other sealife; the Rainforest Pyramid, which contains tropical animals and plants; and the Discovery Pyramid, which focuses on science-oriented exhibits and activities.

Another major attraction is Palm Beach, a landscaped sandy area with freshwater lagoons offering children's activities. Moody Gardens also features a RideFilm Theater with motion-based pod seating, a 3D IMAX theater, "the Colonel" paddlewheel cruise boat, a hotel, and a convention center.

The complex attracts many local tourists from the city of Houston and the state of Texas.