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Here is a list of Texas Outside's favorite things to do in Galveston
- Camping - camp at Galveston Island State Park, rated 7.2 stars by Texas Outside - read the Texas Outside review
- Golf - try Galveston Island Municipal Golf Course - read our review by clicking here
- Beach - hit the beach for swimming, fishing, biking, flying kites, paddle ball, bocce ball, or just chilling out
  
- Biking - bike on the beach or along the seawall - there are some unique and interesting housing developments to ride through near the State Park as well as 4 miles of multi-use trails across from the State Park for hiking and mountain biking around the bayou
- Tennis, swimming, or workout - get some exercise at the Galveston Health & Racquet Club which has daily or weekly memberships
- The Strand - you can't leave Galveston without checking out The Strand for quaint shops, restaurants, and nightlife
- Historical District - ride bikes through the Historical District and see the beautiful restored homes dating from the 1800's
- Tourist Attractions - visit Lone Star Flight Museum if you like aviation; Moody Gardens has an aquarium, pool, Imax theater, and much more; Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark has lots of fun and thrilling water related things to do; check out the Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig and Museum; visit the Texas Seaport Museum and board the 1877 Tall Ship Elissa; or visit the Galveston Railroad Museum; and make sure you ride the Galveston Island Trolley
- Houston Bay Area - about 20 minutes from Galveston is the Houston Bay Area which has lots to see and do - check out Kemah for rides, waterfront dining, and entertainment - read the Exploring Southeast Texas Thank God For Weekends to find out what to see and do in Kemah
- Kayak, Fish, or Jet Ski - take an eco tour with Artist Boat or launch your own kayak and explore the bay and bayous across the street from the State Park; charter a fishing boat from Capt. John; or rent a jet ski at Caribbean Water Sports
  
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