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Moody Gardens

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1 Hope Boulevard
Galveston, TX 77554

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(409) 683-4200
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I have to say the Aquarium Pyramid was my favorite! They have the cutest Penguins and seals. The shark tunnel was another fav. you literally walk through a glass tunnel and have a...

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Moody Gardens is a great place for children and families who love the idea of having a rainforest and an aquarium in one location. However, the employees that work there can somet...

Great Imax 2/1/2010

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We always enjoy the Imax 3D Theater at Moody Gardens. It's always clean and the theater monitors are on top of things. more
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Poor Customer Service 8/19/2008

Moody Gardens is a great place for children and families who love the idea of having a rainforest and an aquarium in one location. However, the employees that work there can sometimes be rude, unfriendly and unprofessional. In addition, make sure you get to Moody Gardens early in the day to enjoy all of the pyramids! They are suppose to close at 8:00 p.m., but we saw some employees closing at 7:20 and 7:45. p.m. Pros: exhibits Cons: pricey and employees are rude! more
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Good, but not at the price you pay! 8/31/2006

I have to say that we loved Moody Gardens! It was a nice family outing and I'd go again if it weren't so darn expensive! If it were actually available at the price listed above (which is currently showing $14.95-I plan to write in to make sure they correct that), it would be great! I'd say that $15-20 is a fair price for a day out at Moody Gardens. However, the fact that it actually costs twice that is what makes it a poor value. The $4.95-$14.95 listed above is only for separate attractions; that price would not allow you to see the whole park, only 1 part, such as the Aquarium, the Beach or one of the theaters. Entrance to Moody Gardens as a whole costs $40.00! Now when you're getting into the range of Six Flags or Schliterbahn, or a similar attraction, you'd better have as much to offer. Moody Gardens does not. I'd recommend it at a lower price but until they fix their prices, I'd say you'd find a better value elsewhere. Pros: Impressive, nice facilities. Cons: Way too expensive! more
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Overall Waste of Money 3/13/2005

Enjoyed the 3D Imax, Aquarium, and Rainforest. The Paddleboat, Adventure Ride, and Discovery Zone were a waste of time and money. Pros: 3D Imax, Aquarium, Rainforest Cons: Pricing/Value, Paddleboat, Adventure Ride more
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Never seen anything like it! 8/19/2004

I have to say the Aquarium Pyramid was my favorite! They have the cutest Penguins and seals. The shark tunnel was another fav. you literally walk through a glass tunnel and have a shark swim right over your head!! I also loved the indoor Rainforest, they even have these little monkeys that are free range inside the Rainforest, it was really neat. The kids loved it too! Pros: educational, fun, affordable more
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none 8/19/2004

Moody Gardens is not only a fun and exciting place to visit, but it's family oriented, which means that parents don't have to worry about what their childrens are learning or seeing because its clean, fun, entertaining and educational at the same time. In fact, every member of the family will find something enjoyable. No matter how many times you visit Moody Gardens you will learn something different like the environment in the rain forest or the types of mammals that are there and the volunteer opportunites for teens and adults! Pros: family oriented, Educational, Entertaining more
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moody gardens 10/3/2003

i am a resident of galveston TX and moody gardens is a great place to go. They have beautiful attractions for everyone to see. I would recommend for anyone coming to galveston to go and check it out. I mean hey, i live here and ive been at least a dozen times just to go look at the Aquarium, Rainforest, and Science museums. Not to mention the 3d imax shows. This place is a lot of fun and if your coming to galveston you should really make a point to check it out Pros: not too expensive, good for whole family, great memories Cons: not a lot of parking, lines can be long more
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bring your food!! 6/1/2003

the aquarium is so very much better than downtown houston's and the IMAX is a must! (Get your seats early so you don't have to sit in the front.) The "food court" on premises was the worst at a major attraction I've ever seen. The service was poorer than poor. Clearly there is no hospitality manager on staff at Moody Gardens. Bring your own food and tailgate in the parking lot. don't disallusion yourself, it's no disney world, but it's a great half day trip. Pros: free parking, short lines, knowledgeable staff Cons: no onsite dining more
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SuperDave 2/27/2003

This place looks impressive and has a good I Max, The rain forest is Ok for kids, but everything is way too expensive! If it is a non-profit org, then the management is doing a poor job. Cons: Expensive more
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Moody 2/15/2003

Crapest place on earth, needs lots of adjustments to be done Pros: Nothing, NOthing, Nothing Cons: expensive, bad parking, very crowded more
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Something for everyone 10/29/2002

This is a great attraction that has something for everyone. Its great for an outing as friends, family, or a great date! Pros: Various options Cons: Parking Troubles more
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A Family must see 8/23/2002

This place is so cool that if you need to find some kids to have an excuse to go, do it. more
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Much better than the beach! 8/8/2002

Just returned to the Houston area after 11 years and took my spouse and kids to Moody Gardens today. Happy to report that it was a fantastic day, and the attractions were first-rate and a good value for the money. Loved the rainforest and the aquarium pyramids! Palm Beach and the Colonel were nice diversions as well. The only bummer was the Imax ride (too lame for words). Pros: Quality attractions, beautiful environment, good/inexpensiv food Cons: IMAX ride very bad more
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8 8/7/2002

A great place to go when you are tired of the beach or downtown Galveston. more
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A time to be Happy 8/7/2002

This is a great place to be with the whole family. Everyone gets a little bit of enjoyment. You can soothe your eyes with the walk through the birds and butterflies. Then dip your feet into the water park next door. more
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Pricey, but good 8/4/2002

Moody Gardens is a pricey family entertainment location that combines educational aspects with entertainment values. I am VERY familiar with ALL aspects of Moody Gardens although I cannot say why and I know that this is a place that you go to once, but don't go back again. Pros: new stuff, interesting exhibits Cons: expensive, no organization more
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Something for Everyone 6/2/2002

Moody Gardens is outstanding! There is something for everyone! The Rainforest Pyramid and Aquarium Pyramid are family favorites! The Garden Restaurant has a beautiful view of the Gulf Bay and at night there is a laser light water show! The kids will definitely sit still in this restaurant and Mom & Dad can enjoy a fantastic meal in peace!!! Pros: Beauty, Service, Good Value Cons: Can't do all in 1 day more
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It's bloomin' fun (really, it is) 5/16/2002

The gardens are truly spectacular, and the Imax is great fun. I'll keep going back even though the birds in the rainforest pyramid have it out for me. more
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  • The Appeal
    Penguins, seals and other creatures make their home in the impressive Aquarium Pyramid. The aquarium is the third glass pyramid to be built and just one of the recent additions to the tropical grounds. Fish and other inhabitants come from the northern and tropical Pacific Ocean, the edge of the Antarctic and the Caribbean Sea.

    The Experience
    The original Rainforest Pyramid houses more than 1,000 butterflies, waterfalls, tropical fish and plants, plus a bat cave with more than 60 bats from Africa and Central America. Inside the Discovery Pyramid, the Imax Ridefilm gives you another thrilling movie-watching experience with seats that move with the action. For some relaxation, slip off to Palm Beach, a man-made respite with tons of Florida sand, or check into Moody Gardens' 303-room luxury hotel.

  • 3/7/2006 Provided by Citysearch
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  • Hours: 10 a.m - 6 p.m.
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