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.

Shearn's Seafood & Prime Steaks in Galveston, Texas

Moody Gardens Hotel Dining

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Moody Gardens Hotel

Where to Eat and Drink

Your morning starts with Starbucks in the lobby and ends nine floors up at Shearn's Seafood & Prime Steaks, where the pyramids glow outside floor-to-ceiling windows. In between, the table stays set: a weekend waffle bar, Blue Bell by the pool, cocktails by the lobby's fish pond, and cakes baked to order for the moments worth celebrating.

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Weekend Buffet
To-Go Orders

Café in the Park

Casual breakfast, lunch, and dinner on the first floor, with a weekend breakfast buffet, made-to-order omelets, and a waffle bar.

Additional Food & Beverage Options

Lobby Bar

Cocktails
Billiards

Cocktails and bites beside the lobby pond full of live fish, with billiards and big-screen TVs.

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From Our Bakery

Something Sweet to Take Home

The day's adventure deserves a sweet ending. Carry home a 9-inch holiday pie for your table, or let our bakery team design a custom cake for the birthday, anniversary, or milestone your family will talk about for years.

A 9-inch pecan pie with a piped chocolate borderA 9-inch pumpkin pie ringed with whipped cream and sugar leavesA 9-inch double-crust apple pie
Holiday Season

Holiday Pies

  • Pecan Pie
    Pecans, eggs, sugar, corn syrup, and butter in a pastry crust
    $16
  • Pumpkin Pie
    Sweet, spiced pumpkin custard in a single pie crust
    $15
  • Apple Pie
    Spiced caramel apples and cinnamon in a double pastry crust
    $15

All pies are 9-inch. Call Café in the Park to order.

Four Moody Gardens custom cakes, including a champagne-label birthday cake and a floral tiered cake

Custom Cakes

Bring the theme, the colors, and the guest of honor. Our bakery team designs and bakes each cake to order, with pricing based on your design. Please allow at least 3 days' notice. A payment or deposit confirms your order.

Round table decorated for a party in the Moody Gardens Convention Center

Special Occasions in Galveston, Texas

From island casual to a formal affair, Moody Gardens has venues to celebrate life's special moments, with the setting, service, and amenities to make them memorable. Call our sales department at 409-683-4412 to plan yours.

Plan Your Island Getaway

Explore the pyramids by day, then dine and stay at Moody Gardens Hotel.