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GENERAL ADMISSION: Aquarium & Rainforest
Adult Ages 13-64
 
Regular price $60.00. Discounted rate only available with online with purchase prior to date of visit.

Includes admission to the Aquarium and Rainforest Pyramids
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GENERAL ADMISSION: Aquarium & Rainforest
Child/Senior Ages 4-12 & 65+
 
Regular price $50.00. Discounted rate only available with online with purchase prior to date of visit.

Includes admission to the Aquarium and Rainforest Pyramids
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Aquarium Pyramid
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Aquarium Adult
 
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Aquarium Child/Senior
 
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Rainforest Pyramid
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Rainforest Adult
 
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Rainforest Child/Senior
 
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One Day Value Pass
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One Day Value Pass
Adult Ages 13-64
 
Regular price $80.00. Discounted rate only available with online with purchase prior to date of visit.

Guests can save and recieve the best deal, enjoying admission into the Rainforest and Aquarium Pyramid, Discovery Museum, MG3D, 4D Special FX and Audience Recognition Theaters, as well as Palm Beach and the Ropes/Zipline Challenge Course (both weather permitting and upon availability).
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One Day Value Pass
Child/Senior Ages 4-12 & 65+
 
Regular price $70.00. Discounted rate only available with online with purchase prior to date of visit.

Guests can save and recieve the best deal, enjoying admission into the Rainforest and Aquarium Pyramid, Discovery Museum, MG3D, 4D Special FX and Audience Recognition Theaters, as well as Palm Beach and the Ropes/Zipline Challenge Course (both weather permitting and upon availability).
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Holiday in the Gardens
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Holiday Evening Pass
Adult Ages 13-64
 
Includes admission into Ice Land, Holiday Lights, four trips down the Arctic Slide (must be 36" or taller), Admission Into The Skating Rink (skate rentals must be purchased seperately at the door), one trip on the Kiddie Train (must be 48" and under), Aquarium Pyramid, one 3D Film and one 4D Film!

Please note: This ticket can only be used after 4pm. The Holiday Lights opens at dusk (usually being around 6pm).
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Holiday Evening Pass
Child/Senior Ages 4-12 & 65+
 
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Holiday In The Gardens
Adult Ages 13-64
 
Enjoy a festive stroll along this mile-long trail walkthrough featuring more than two million lights and lighted scenes themed to holiday music that takes you around the Moody Gardens property with spectacular views of Galveston Bay. Stops along the way bring you to see Star the Dancing Tree of Light, concession areas, hot chocolate, fireside S'mores and other festive foods!

Please note: Holiday Lights is a self-paced walking trail. Those needing mobility assistance are able to rent a wheelchair or ride a courtesy cart upon arrival based on first-come first-serve availability.
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Holiday In The Gardens
Child/Senior Ages 4-12 & 65+
 
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Ice Land Exhibit
Adult Ages 13-64
 
A skilled team of master ice carvers has transformed 2 MILLION pounds of ice to take you on a holiday journey around the world! Travel from Russia and Egypt to China and beyond to discover how the globe celebrates the season. Glide from the top of the Eiffel Tower on the slide Giant Ice Slide, then warm up with a festive sip inside the coolest spot around - Shiver's Ice Bar!

Please note: The Ice Land tent is a temperature controlled environment which drops down to 9 degrees. We do provide parkas however we highly recommend to dress warm.
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Ice Land Exhibit
Child/Senior Ages 4-12 & 65+
 
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Encounters
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Private Penguin Encounter
 
Go behind the scenes with our biologist for your own Private Penguin Encounter to meet a penguin! During this 45-minute session, you'll start in front of the exhibit then the food prep kitchen, and then to the back of the exhibit while discussing penguin biology, conservation, training, enrichment and care with a penguin joining your group. The encounter includes a piece of Penguin Art and Aquarium Pyramid admission.

This reservation includes access to the Aquarium Pyramid and Private Penguin Encounter for 4 people - if you have a larger party, we will allow the purchase of up to 2 more people at a rate of $90 each, to do so, please stop by our Admissions counter at the Aquarium the day of your visit.

Please note:
-Private encounters are available Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 2:00pm
-Guests are to meet our biologist next to the South Atlantic Penguin exhibit located inside of the Aquarium Pyramid
-Because this is a special, behind-the-scenes experience, and participants are allowed in staff-only areas, the enocunter is not wheelchair accessible.
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$475.00
Public Penguin Encounter
 
Go behind the scenes with our biologist and meet a penguin! In this 45-minute session, you'll start in front of the exhibit then the food prep kitchen and to the back of the exhibit while discussing penguin biology, conservation, training, enrichment and care. You'll even witness a penguin creating a painting as part of the animal's enrichment activity.

This ticket includes admission to the Public Penguin Encounter for one person. Each Public Penguin Encounter has 10 tickets available with ticket sales closing 15 minutes prior to the event.

A General Admission ticket purchase is required.



Please note:
-Public encounters are available select dates at 1:00pm (please see calendar below for open dates)
-Guests are to meet our biologist next to the South Atlantic Penguin exhibit located inside of the Aquarium Pyramid
-Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Children 3 and under are free.
-Because this is a special, behind-the-scenes experience, and participants are allowed in staff-only areas, the enocunter is not wheelchair accessible.
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$75.00
Private Otter Encounter
 
Go behind the scenes with our biologist to learn about otter biology, conservation and how these amazing animals are cared for in their private interior exhibit area in this 45 minute experience - guests will also receive a painting made by an otter!

This reservation includes access to the Rainforest Pyramid and Private Otter Encounter for 4 people

Please note:
-Private encounters are available Fridays at 11:00am
-Guests are to meet our biologist next to the Ranger Station, located at the entrance of the Rainforest Pyramid
-Children ages 6 and under are not permitted and those under 12 must be accompanied by an adult
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$475.00
Public Otter Encounter
 
Go behind the scenes with our biologist to learn about otter biology, conservation and how these amazing animals are cared for in their private interior exhibit area in this 45 minute experience

This ticket includes admission to the Public Otter Encounter for one person. Each Public Encounter has 4 tickets available with ticket sales closing 15 minutes prior to the event.

A General Admission ticket purchase is required.



Please note:
-Public enocunters are available Saturdays and Sundays at 11:00am
-Guests are to meet our biologist next to the Ranger Station, located at the entrance of the Rainforest Pyramid
-Children ages 6 and under are not permitted and those under 12 must be accompanied by an adult
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$90.00
Jelly Tour
 
In this 45 minute experience, tour the jelly gallery, behind the scenes of our moon jelly propagation and our new jelly lab with one of our Cnidarian biologists. Learn all about how fascinating and beautiful these animals are and the work required to care for and propagate them.

This ticket includes admission to the Jelly Tour for one person. Each Jelly Tour has 6 tickets available with ticket sales closing 15 minutes prior to the event.

A General Admission ticket purchase is required.



Please note:
-Jelly Tours are available Saturdays and Sundays at 1:00pm
-Guests are to meet our biologist between the South Pacific and Jellies Exhibit located inside of the Aquarium Pyramid.
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$75.00
Stingray Feeding
 
This immersive experience invites guests to explore the mesmerizing mangrove tank in the Aquarium Pyramid. Accompanied by a biologist, visitors will gain insights into the unique natural history of stingrays while having the chance to feed and interact with these fascinating creatures.

This ticket includes access to feed the Stingrays for one person. Each Stingray Feeding has 4 tickets available with ticket sales closing 15 minutes prior to the event.

A General Admission ticket purchase is required.



Please note:
-Feed the Stingrays will be held on Tuesday, Thursday and Sundays at 10:00am
-Guests are to meet our biologist inside the lobby in the Aquarium Pyramid
-Shellfish and fish may be used as feed, so guests with allergies should exercise caution. Children over the age of six are welcome to participate.
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$75.00
Caribbean Feeding
 
Must be 6 year of age or older.

This extraordinary experience offers guests the opportunity to witness the feeding and training of our sharks, as well as the chance to feed some of the largest fishes in the Caribbean tank. Accompanied by our dedicated biologists, visitors will learn about the care, feeding, and maintenance of these magnificent creatures.

This ticket includes access to the Caribbean Feeding Encounter for one person. Each Caribbean Feeding Encounter has 4 tickets available with ticket sales closing 15 minutes prior to the event.

A General Admission ticket purchase is required.



Please note:
-Caribbean Feedings will be held Monday, Tuesday and Thursdays at 11:00am
-Guests are to meet our biologist inside the lobby in the Aquarium Pyramid
-Shellfish and fish may be used as feed, so guests with allergies should exercise caution. Children over the age of six are welcome to participate.
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$100.00
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Palm Beach Admission
 
Includes admission to Palm Beach waterpark (weather permitting).

Open Weekends May 3-18, 2025 - 10am to 4pm
Open Daily, May 31 - August 10, 2025 - 10am to 7pm (except Beats on the Beach nights close 9:30pm)
Oen Weekends, August 16 - September 28, 2025 (includes Labor Day) - 10am to 4pm
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Beach Cabana Rental
 
Located on the east end of the lazy river, these lounges include beach chair seating for up to 6, four (4) Sport Bottles, ceiling fan and electical outlet with USB plugs.

Rental times are 10am to 2:15pm or 2:45pm to 7pm. Must select time when purchasing. Rental does not include admission, tickets must be purchased separately.
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Bamboo Lounge Rental
 
Located on the south edge of the lazy river, these lounges include plush pation furniture with seating for up to 6, four (4) Sport Bottles, ceiling fan and electical outlet with USB plugs.

Rental times are 10am to 2:15pm or 2:45pm to 7pm. Must select time when purchasing. Rental does not include admission, tickets must be purchased separately.
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Wave Pool Canopy Rental
 
Located on the shoreline edge of the Wave Pool, these canopy lounges include beach chair seating for up to 6, four (4) Sport Bottles and electical outlet with USB plugs.

Rental times are 10am to 2:15pm or 2:45pm to 7pm. Must select time when purchasing. Rental does not include admission, tickets must be purchased separately.
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Beats on the Beach
 
Includes admission to Palm Beach at 5pm on selected Saturday between June 14, 2025 and August 9, 2025.
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$15.00
Plastic People Film Screening
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Plastic People Admission
 
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$8.00

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