Family Friendly Attractions & Events

Nestled amidst breathtaking natural surroundings, Moody Gardens offers a perfect blend of relaxation and excitement for guests of all ages for work or play. From tropical rainforests to the oceans of the world, a wide range of attractions, educational activities, kid's events, dining options, and exciting entertainment await. This island resort uniquely accommodates large conferences, weddings and social events as well as being the romantic escape and family destination where special memories are created.

Two children excitedly watching marine life and divers inside a large aquarium tank, with a woman smiling nearby.

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Due to the recent notice of an Avian Flu diagnosis within 50 miles of our facility, Moody Gardens is taking appropriate steps to mitigate exposure to our animal population within the Rainforest and Aquarium Pyramids.
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Three children viewing a group of penguins in a rocky indoor aquarium exhibit with a mural of a sunset over the ocean.

Aquarium Pyramid

Explore The Oceans' Depths In The Gulf Of Mexico, South Atlantic, North Pacific, South Pacific And Caribbean

Dive into the oceans of the world to visit to one of the largest aquariums in the Southwest. This 1.5-million-gallon aquarium is teeming with creatures from tuxedo-clad penguins, to seals, sharks, an amazing Jellyfish Gallery and thousands of tropical fish and more with new and interactive opportunities all along the way.

A fun and awe-inspiring experience is wonderfully complemented with conservation messages that underscore the vital importance of the oceans. New exhibits not only inspire visitor interest and empathy, but also connect them to specific ocean habitats. Each ocean exhibit highlights different marine sanctuaries and different aspects of our relationship to the seas.

Group of children and a woman crouched around and smiling at a penguin indoors.

Animal Encounters

Go behind the scenes with our team, where you can get up close and learn more about these amazing animals:

Private Penguin Encounters

Public Penguin Encounters

Public Jelly Lab Tour

Penguin & Seal Experience

Feed the Sting Rays

Caribbean Feeding

Two penguins standing together, one holding a small fish in its beak.
Several glowing blue jellyfish floating in dark water.
Close-up of a relaxed seal resting on a rock with eyes closed.
Large shark swimming underwater with sunlight filtering from above.
Three scuba divers surrounded by coral reef and fish inside a large aquarium.

Moody Gardens Coral Reef Lab

The Aquarium Pyramid’s Coral Reef Lab works in partnership with NOAA’s Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary to protect corals found in the sanctuary.

Donate now to help save Coral Reefs.

Even when you buy tickets to Moody Gardens you are helping with ocean conservation and other causes!

Aquarium Pyramid Photo Gallery