Escape to Luxurious Tranquility

Discover your perfect getaway at Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa, & Convention Center.

Enjoy our Four Diamond accommodations, rejuvenating spa services, and a seamless blend of comfort and adventure—all set against the breathtaking backdrop of Galveston's natural wonders.

Moody Gardens Pyramids and Colonel Paddlewheel Boat at dock as seen from across the water of Offatts Bayou during the evening hours.
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Ticket Information

Admission for children ages three and under is free to all attractions.

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A girl child waves to a diver inside an Aquarium Pyramid tank as her mom holds her by her waist while smiling at the interaction between the diver and girl.

SAVE BIG: One-Day Value Pass Individual Attractions Tickets also Available

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Value Pass includes unlimited admission to the Aquarium Pyramid, Rainforest Pyramid, Discovery Museum, Colonel Paddlewheeler Boat, Ropes Course (Zipline requires a separate discounted ticket), access to the theaters (MG 3D, 4D Special FX Theater, 20,000 Leagues Interactive Adventure), Holiday in the Gardens (Seasonal), and Palm Beach (Seasonal)

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An education biologist chats with a young boy on the upper level of the Rainforest Pyramid about the animals he has seen.

Education Programs: Pyramid Kids Camps, Learn Wild Home School, Preschool Expeditions, Workshops and more!

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The Colonel Paddlewheel Boat sails on Offatts Bayou during the evening as the sun settles beyond the horizon leaving a warm afterglow in the sky.

Dinner Cruises

Relax and Indulge Aboard the Colonel Paddlewheel Boat!

Enjoy beautiful views of Offatts Bayou, plus a dinner buffet and cash bar with dinner cruises aboard the Colonel Paddlewheel Boat

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A family of three with a mom, daughter and son look at a Saki monkey perched on a granite rock located inside the Rainforest Pyramid.

Memberships, Season Passes and More!

Great Value! Visit as often as you like.

Enjoy unlimited admission into Moody Gardens attractions year-round! Plus, you will enjoy a variety of member events and discounts.

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Special Discounts Available On-Site

These discount tickets are only available for purchase on-site

Military Discount

20% Off Value Pass with Valid Military ID - For Active-Duty Military Personnel & Veterans, Spouse and Children Under 18

First Responder Discount

20% Off Value Pass with Valid ID - For First Responder Only
(Police, Fire, EMS)

Mommy Wednesday

$35 Value Pass every Wednesday for moms (or dads) and their child aged 4-5 ($35 for child and $35 for one parent).

Good Grades

A Parent or Guardian of the student should present a report card within 30 days with nothing less than a B and receive free admission into one educational attraction.Only Students K through 12 are eligible for the Good Grades Program. Groups are not applicable for this discount.

Educational Attractions: Aquarium Pyramid, Rainforest Pyramid, Discovery Museum, Colonel Paddlewheeler, MG 3D Theater, 4D Special FX Theater, or Audience Recognition Theater

‍Does not include individual Holiday in the Gardens attractions, Palm Beach and Ropes Course/Zip Line

Cashless Transaction Policy

Special Notice: We encourage you to purchase your tickets online.

We now have a cashless transaction policy and we accept credit cards only property wide to further reduce physical contact.

Cash payment and checks cannot be accepted.

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Food, drinks, & pets are not allowed in our attractions. This is both for your safety, as well as the safety of our animals.