- The list below includes 54 free or cheap things to do in or near Galveston, Texas, including 57 different types of inexpensive activities like Piers & Boardwalks, Specialty Museums, Beaches and National & State Parks.
- From Rosenberg Library to 61st St. Fishing Pier, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Galveston and in nearby cities within 25 miles like League City, Kemah, Texas City and Houston.
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Located at the 1,200 acres Battleship Texas State Historic Site, Battleship Texas served in World War I and World War II. Visitors can take self-guided tours of the battleship or hard hat tours that take them to places that are usually not open to the public.
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3523 Independence Parkway South, La Porte, TX 77571
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A national Historic Landmark, the San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site has markers throughout that indicate different camps and strategies used on the battlefield. The site is also home to Battleship Texas and the San Jacinto Monument.
35.9 Miles
Offering horse boarding, Peacock Inn & Stables offers visitors personalized lessons and training for their horses. The stable uses organic hay to feed the horses with and has a full size arena for riding.
36.2 Miles
Red Bluff Swimming Pool is an irregular shaped pool that offers swim lessons and aqua zumba and is open to the public during the summer. The depth ranges from 3.5' to 10' with a diving well attached.
36.2 Miles
Located within a 2,800 square-foot facility, the O'Dell Harrison Recreation Center is a location open for local citizens to enjoy. Amenities at the facility include a game room and multipurpose room, both of which are available for rental.
36.5 Miles
A small movie theater located in a mall, the Premiere Cinema shows first-run movies in a multiplex setting. It features digital video and sound, 3D for some features, and a variety of refreshments.
37.1 Miles
The Peter C. Fogo Recreational Center is a family-friendly center that offers both indoor and outdoor amenities. The center features a swimming pool, nine lush acres of parkland, a computer lab and an indoor game area.
37.5 Miles
Blackjack Lane Equestrian is a hunter/jumper barn that offers full care boarding, training, lessons, sales and showing opportunities. Full care board includes care for horse or pony with an individualized feed and hay program, daily wormer, and water changed daily.
37.8 Miles
Featuring two houses, the Pasadena Historical Museum includes the 1908 Pomeroy House and the 1905 Strawberry House which are early, local farmhouses. The museum features artifacts, antiques and memorabilia from the period.
39.5 Miles
Featuring a Cinemark XD auditorium, Cinemark at Pearland and XD displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater provides stadium seating, arcade games, private event facilities and a concession area with food and drinks.