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 Moody Gardens
Moody Gardens

The tropical rain forest in the inner part of a huge glass pyramid, finished with waterfalls, cliffs, butterflies, birds, fish and, the last purchase, bats, is the feature of this enormous educational center which has two other pyramids, a pool, beach, spa and even hotel!

Texas > Galveston > Attractions


 East Beach
East Beach

The largest in the Lone Star state, this famous beach features outdoor concerts, particular events and other activities for people of all ages. And different from most public beaches, East Beach permits the consumption of alcohol.

Texas > Galveston > Attractions


 Galveston Island Railroad Museum and Terminal
Galveston Island Railroad Museum and Terminal

This restored station is very unusual and interesting place, and one can explore the train replicas for many hours. The old Santa Fe Depot looks just the same as it did in its 1930s heyday. Multimedia studios will teach the history of rail transportation in the area. It is probably the ideal location to bring the kids for a full day of activities.

Texas > Galveston > Attractions


 Grand 1894 Opera House
Grand 1894 Opera House

This gorgeous opera house, totally restored to its former magnificence, has remained a cultural icon for more than a century. The Grand has been declared both a national landmark and "the official opera house of the State of Texas" by the state legislature. Today, it appears to be a main center for the performing arts and demonstrates theatrical, musical and spoken works, in supplement to traditional opera.

Texas > Galveston > Attractions


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 Dallas World Aquarium
Dallas World Aquarium

A 22,000-gallon tunnel with a breathtaking view of underwater reef flora and fauna is the main point of this famous aquarium that also runs a preservation program including young green sea turtles. A trip to The Dallas World Aquarium can be a unique education experience or an in-depth study of the wildlife and conservation.

Texas > Dallas > Attractions


 USS Lexington
USS Lexington

Visitors can tour the famous aircraft carrier of days of World War 2, today a floating museum since its retirement after 48 years of work, a more containing tour than any other ship in the U.S. Navy. The 16-story "Blue Ghost" presents military artifacts and more than a dozen aircraft, and tourists can explore the boat, watch a video, and play a flight simulation.

Texas > Corpus Christi > Attractions


 Austin Zoo
Austin Zoo

At Austin Zoo, adults and kids together enjoy the great outdoors and experience a close view at animals from around the world in family friendly location. Austin Zoo offers a shady picnic place, an ideal location to hold a child's party, a family gathering or a group event. It is situated just 20 minutes from downtown of Austin.

Texas > Austin > Attractions


 National Museum of Funeral History
National Museum of Funeral History

This museum is operated by a funeral firm. It holds the vast collection of funereal artifacts, marks the history of funeral services, demonstrates historic hearses and collects memorabilia from funerals of the famous people, such as Dwight Eisenhower, Martin Luther King Jr., John F. Kennedy and Elvis Presley.

Texas > Houston > Attractions


 Menil Collection
Menil Collection

It is one of the best personal art collections in the United States. It demonstrates such surrealist paintings as those by Salvador Dali and Max Ernst, and offers art lovers a sign-free and simple decor in which to experience the art in a most comfortable way.

Texas > Houston > Attractions


 Insights Science Museum
Insights Science Museum

This downtown museum is a primary destination for young minds wishing to learn about the inner workings of nature. There are more than 60 interactive showings, on topics ranging from energy and optics to health and biology. Demonstrations include Tesla coil that courses with 500,000 volts several times a day.

Texas > El Paso > Attractions


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