Holiday Pass
Adult Ages 13-64
Available November 23, 2024 through January 1, 2025
Includes admission to Ice Land: Pole-to-Pole, Festival of Lights trail, Aquarium Pyramid, 3D Theater, 4D Theater, entry into the ice skating rink (skate rentals are sold separately in person), four trips down the arctic slide (must be at least 36”) and one ride on our kiddie train (must be under 48”).
Please note: This ticket will be valid starting at 4pm the day of your visit – attempting to use the ticket beforehand will result in being turned away until the ticket activation time.
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Holiday Pass
Child/Senior Ages 4-12 & 65+
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Festival of Lights
Adult Ages 13-64
Open November 23, 2024 through January 1, 2025
This ticket includes admission into the Festival of Lights trail, entry into the ice skating rink (skate rentals are sold separately in person), four trips down the arctic slide (must be at least 36”) and one ride on our kiddie train (must be under 48”).
This year, the holiday season will shine brighter than ever with an event that has become a tradition for families and groups alike. Enjoy a festive stroll along this mile-long trail featuring more than two million lights and lighted scenes themed to holiday music that take 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, and mistletoe, along with plenty of photo and selfie opportunities!
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Festival of Lights
Child/Senior Ages 4-12 & 65+
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Ice Land
Adult Ages 13-64
Open November 23, 2024 through January 1, 2025
This ticket includes admission into the Ice Land: Pole to Pole exhibit
It's holiday fun for all ages as a skilled team of master ice carvers has taken 2 million pounds of ice to create your festive journey from the North to South Poles. Encounter polar bears, penguins, humpback whales, snowy owls, walruses, reindeer and so much more. It's a cool experience as you soar down the giant Ice Slide and enjoy your favorite holiday spirits at Shivers Ice Bar.
Please note: The temperature inside Ice Land is on average 9 degrees Fahrenheit, this is to keep the exhibit cold enough to ensure the best experience possible. We advise for you to come prepared and dress warm to visit this portion of the park.
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Ice Land
Child/Senior Ages 4-12 & 65+
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Aquarium Pyramid
Adult Ages 13-64
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.
Please note: When purchasing this ticket, you are not assigned a particular entry time. The Aquarium Pyramid is a self-guided and paced experience. The attraction opens at 10am daily and you are granted admission to it at any time throughout the day within the hours of operation.
The Aquarium Pyramid will open at 12pm on Wednesday, November 20 due to scheduled maintenance.
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Aquarium Pyramid
Child/Senior Ages 4-12 & 65+
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Rainforest Pyramid
Adult Ages 13-64
As you enter through a tree-top canopy entrance, you'll visit the rainforests of Asia, Africa and the Americas in a rare, up-close and interactive adventure with over 1,700 exotic plants and endangered animals that range from Giant Amazon River Otters to an ocelot, Komodo Dragons and other reptiles. Saki monkeys, Cotton-top tamarins, and sloths roam freely while an array of birds fly between the trees as you walk the trails through the spacious enclosure!
Please note: When purchasing this ticket, you are not assigned a particular entry time. The Rainforest Pyramid is a self-guided and paced experience. The attraction opens at 10am daily and you are granted admission to it at any time throughout the day within the hours of operation.
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Rainforest Pyramid
Child/Senior Ages 4-12 & 65+
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3D Theater
Adult Ages 13-64
Immerse yourself as this amazing giant-screen 4k 6-primary laser projection system, state-of-the-art surround sound and the largest screens in Texas provides one the best 3D viewing experiences in the world.
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3D Theater
Child/Senior Ages 4-12 & 65+
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4D Theater
Adult Ages 13-64
The theater and seating in this special attraction adds a whole new dimension to life! High-definition 3D projection combines with seat sensors, leg ticklers, wind, snow, scent, and water splashes to engage all your senses!
Please note: When purchasing this ticket, you are not assigned a particular showtime. The 4D Theater runs continuously throughout the day and you are granted admission to a single showtime.
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4D Theater
Child/Senior Ages 4-12 & 65+
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Discovery Museum
Adult Ages 13-64
Now hosting from May 18 2024 through January 12, 2025: Body Worlds RX: Prescriptions for Healthy Living
Located inside the Discovery Pyramid, the specimens on display show impressive comparisons and contrasts between healthy bodies and organs and those stricken with disease. Particular emphasis is put on some of the most common ailments such as back pain, arthritis, cancer, diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular diseases like arteriosclerosis and heart infarctions, dementia, and more. It will inspire visitors to embrace preventive healthcare through an informative and entertaining presentation of the latest research on top health issues.
Please note: When purchasing this ticket, you are not assigned a particular entry time. The Discovery Museum is a self-guided and paced experience. The attraction opens at 12pm Monday- Friday and at 10am Saturday and Sunday- you are granted admission to it at any time throughout the day within the hours of operation.
Viewer discretion is advised - this exhibit showcases the complete human body.
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Discovery Museum
Child/Senior Ages 4-12 & 65+
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Audience Recognition Theater
Adult Ages 13-64
Now playing: 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea!
Located inside the Discovery Pyramid, Captain Nemo and his famous Nautilus submarine are embarking on their next voyage and YOU will be a part of the crew! You'll help operate the ship, and choose which direction it travels as “Deep,” a robotically enhanced pufferfish leads the dive. He can — and will — have conversations with you to escort The Nautilus to a spectacular coral reef, ice caves in the Antarctic, an ancient lost city, undersea volcanos, and more!
Please note: When purchasing this ticket, you are not assigned a particular showtime. The Audience Recognition Theater runs continuously throughout the day and you are granted admission to a single showtime.
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Audience Recognition Theater
Child/Senior Ages 4-12 & 65+
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Colonel Paddlewheeler
Adult Ages 13-64
Blue skies, calm seas and picture-perfect sunsets create a gorgeous backdrop for the Colonel Paddlewheel Boat, an authentic replica of an 1800’s style Paddlewheeler. This charming 550-passenger paddle wheel boat features year ‘round daily 45-minute cruises along Offatts Bayou on Galveston Island. There’s a snack bar, full-service bar on the Promenade Deck and gift shop on board for your convenience.
Please note: This is a 45-minute cruise aboard the Colonel Paddlewheel Boat and is weather and wind permitting meaning sailings are subject to availability. Please call 409-683-4200 to check schedule status.
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Colonel Paddlewheeler
Child/Senior Ages 4-12 & 65+
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Aquarium and Rainforest Pyramid
Adult Ages 13-64
Includes admission to the Aquarium and Rainforest Pyramid.
The Aquarium Pyramid will open at 12pm on Wednesday, November 20 due to scheduled maintenance.
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Aquarium and Rainforest Pyramid
Child/Senior Ages 4-12 & 65+
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Aquarium Pyramid, 3D, 4D, and Audience Recognition Theater
Adult Ages 13-64
Includes admission to the Aquarium Pyramid, one 3D film, one 4D film and the Audience Recognition Theater film.
The Aquarium Pyramid will open at 12pm on Wednesday, November 20 due to scheduled maintenance.
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Aquarium Pyramid, 3D, 4D, and Audience Recognition Theater
Child/Senior Ages 4-12 & 65+
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Rainforest Pyramid, 3D, 4D, and Audience Recognition Theater
Adult Ages 13-64
Includes admission to the Rainforest Pyramid, one 3D film, one 4D film and the Audience Recognition Theater film.
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Rainforest Pyramid, 3D, 4D, and Audience Recognition Theater
Child/Senior Ages 4-12 & 65+
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Discovery Museum, 3D, 4D, and Audience Recognition Theater
Adult Ages 13-64
Includes admission to the Discovery Museum inside the Discovery Pyramid, one 3D film, one 4D film and the Audience Recognition Theater film.
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Discovery Museum, 3D, 4D, and Audience Recognition Theater
Child/Senior Ages 4-12 & 65+
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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 Wednesday - Sundays 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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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.
An Aquarium Pyramid ticket purchase is required.
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-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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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
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-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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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.
An Rainforest Pyramid ticket purchase is required.
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-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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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.
An Aquarium Pyramid 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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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.
An Aquarium Pyramid ticket purchase is required.
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-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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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.
An Aquarium Pyramid ticket purchase is required.
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-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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