Aquariums

Aquarium At Moody Gardens

Name: Aquarium At Moody Gardens
Address: 1 Hope Blvd, Galveston, TX 77554, Galveston, TX, US
Telephone: (409) 744-4673
Rating: 4.6

★★★★☆ 4.6 (5309 reviews)

📍 1 Hope Blvd, Galveston, TX 77554

📞 (409) 744-4673

🌐 moodygardens.com

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🕐 Hours

Monday	10 AM–4 PM
Tuesday	10 AM–4 PM
Wednesday	10 AM–4 PM
Thursday	10 AM–4 PM
Friday	10 AM–4 PM
Saturday	10 AM–5 PM
Sunday	10 AM–4 PM

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About Aquarium At Moody Gardens

Aquarium At Moody Gardens is an aquarium in Galveston, TX. The aquarium operates 365 days a year with no seasonal closures, providing year-round access to exhibits including the Aquarium Pyramid, Rainforest Pyramid, and Discovery Pyramid. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,309 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Aquarium
Location: Galveston Island, Texas
Best For: All ages
Highlights: Aquarium Pyramid, Rainforest Pyramid, Discovery Museum, interactive exhibits, live animal presentations
Parking: Always FREE

💡 Did You Know?

⭐The aquarium operates 365 days a year with no seasonal closures, providing year-round access to exhibits including the Aquarium Pyramid, Rainforest Pyramid, and Discovery Pyramid
⭐Membership programs are designed to pay for themselves in just 2 visits, offering access to permanent attractions plus seasonal exhibits like Palm Beach and ICE LAND
⭐The venue features live webcams including Penguin Cam, Rainforest Cam, Underwater Cam, and Pyramid Cam for remote viewing of exhibits
⭐Dinos Alive! is opening April 25, 2026, as a major new interactive exhibit with hands-on activities, representing significant expansion of the attraction's offerings
⭐The aquarium offers free parking and maintains a 4.6-star rating across 5,309 reviews, with penguins mentioned in 259 reviews—the most frequently discussed animal in visitor feedback

💬 What Visitors Say

💬Plan to spend 1-2 hours for a complete visit. Visitors with young children can comfortably see all major exhibits (penguins, jellyfish, sharks, seals, stingrays) in approximately 1 hour, making it ideal for families with toddlers who have limited attention spans.
💬Use a Groupon or group discount (available for 20+) to significantly reduce ticket prices. A membership pays for itself in just 2 visits, making it excellent value for locals planning repeat visits.
💡The Rainforest exhibit is extremely warm and humid—dress in lightweight, breathable clothing. This is especially important when visiting with young children or elderly visitors who may be uncomfortable in heat.
💡Start with interactive experiences like the stingray petting area and touch tanks early in your visit while children are most engaged and attentive. The close-up viewing areas throughout the aquarium are exceptionally kid-friendly.
💡Flexible rescheduling policy: If plans change, the venue offers 90-day rain checks for tickets, providing significant flexibility for visitors who need to reschedule their visit.