Moody Gardens
About Moody Gardens
Moody Gardens is a large resort and attraction area with a hotel, conference center and 18 holes of golf in the coastal town of Galveston, Texas. It is well known for its three pyramids home to an aquarium and rain forest attractions. It has not only an onsite waterpark but is next to Schlitterbahn as well. There are six dining concepts, as well as a spa and fitness center. It's within easy access to historic downtown Galveston, Pleasure Pier and the beaches. The golf course originally opened in 1989 but was totally redesigned by Peter Jacobsen and Jim Hardy in 2008. This watery layout features scenic views of the gulf, bridges and bayous, and the back nine plays alongside the small Galveston airport. The course is links-inspired with gulf breezes and wall-to-wall paspalum turf. Historic Galveston is less than an hour's drive from downtown Houston, making Moody Gardens a popular day trip destination as well as for weekend vacation getaways.Facts
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Galveston, TexasPublic/Resort
Images from Moody Gardens
Golfer Photos
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Photo submitted by NXmYsfDKKKlrgdqsm44r on 08/05/2026
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Photo submitted by cmkindred on 04/24/2026
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Photo submitted by Alvinrt on 05/21/2024
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Photo submitted by CharlesLately on 05/19/2024
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Photo submitted by TDOYEL11 on 07/17/2023
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Photo submitted by TDOYEL11 on 07/17/2023
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Photo submitted by TDOYEL11 on 07/17/2023
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Photo submitted by GKing77098 on 05/07/2023
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Photo submitted by GKing77098 on 05/07/2023
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Photo submitted by pdcurran on 01/09/2023
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Photo submitted by u8529739 on 01/07/2023
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Photo submitted by u8529739 on 01/07/2023
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Photo submitted by u8529739 on 01/07/2023
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Photo submitted by SMOKEY2020 on 06/24/2022
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Photo submitted by SMOKEY2020 on 06/24/2022
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17th green Photo submitted by u8529739 on 03/13/2022
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Photo submitted by ShibTx on 11/17/2021
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Background: Moody Gardens Discover, Rainforest, Aquarium, & Hotel. Photo submitted by GordonATX on 10/07/2021
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Photo submitted by Zeuswon on 05/29/2021
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Photo submitted by Zeuswon on 04/12/2021
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Pelican watching me on #8 bridge. Photo submitted by u8529739 on 02/10/2021
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Photo submitted by u169948982 on 01/22/2021
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My son and I Photo submitted by garthedc on 09/07/2020
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Photo submitted by lv370540 on 09/02/2020
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Photo submitted by Joshfast on 06/15/2020
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14th Hole Approach Photo submitted by GolferJake78 on 06/15/2019
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18th Hole Approach Photo submitted by GolferJake78 on 06/15/2019
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Photo submitted by Robert1518933 on 04/25/2019
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Photo submitted by barry9114506 on 05/17/2017
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Photo submitted by sanwaldjf on 06/28/2016
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Photo submitted by itismej83 on 08/16/2014
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18th Fairway looking across the pond to the 18th green Photo submitted by bobby6830772 on 06/21/2013
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Photo submitted by u000001596690 on 10/15/2012
Reviews
Great course on Gulf Coast
Course was in really good condition, great mixture of holes that were challenging to play. We really enjoyed our game at Moody Gardens and would have no hesitation in recommending the course to any one looking for a course in the Galveston area.
Get away round
From checking in to the on course team I was greeted with a warm welcome and treated me as if I was a member. Front nine is straightforward but the wind was brutal. The Back nine was very challenging and not a lot of trees on the course the water on both sides made you stay in the fairway. I will like to sneak out for another round some day.
Very well kept course
Course was extremely nice. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stellar Golf Course
From fairways to best greens I ve played - Moody Gardens GC is a must play in Galveston area!
Great clean course
We love moody. Played here a few times and will continue to play this course. We recommend this place to everyone coming to the island.
B Day Luck!
Great Layout! Great BDay round, will definitely be back!
Nice Course ⛳️
Would definitely love to go another round with Moody..,
Really enjoyed the challenge.
Phenomenal Outting
We came down for vacation and being avid golfers wanted to see if MG lived up to the reviews. This course did not disappoint….it started as soon as we arrived and entered the pro shop. Very professional and attentive staff, outstanding practice and range facility. We then positioned ourselves to start the days round, the Marshall was very friendly and chatted about the course, rules, pace of play and even general topics. We were teamed up with a couple gentleman from out of town on vacation as well. The course was gorgeous and in very well maintained condition, lush fairways, like hitting pillows. Greens were fast and challenging to read, the water hazards come into play for the new players as well as the seasoned golfer. Overall we throughly enjoyed the experience and will be booking again on our return. Thank you for a wonderful golf outing, n of the highlights of the trip.
Outstanding
Such a beautiful course. Fairways and greens are in top shape. Challenging but rewarding course
I recommend this place to all golfers.
If I could make one change I would change to color of the flags as they blend in with the background and are sometimes hard to pick up .
Great All-Around
Found a hotdeal plus a discount promo code so I got to play for $40. I have nothing but great things to say. From the pro shop to the starter, to the cart girl and bartender, everyone was happy to help and had great energy. The course was perfect. Greens are glassy and fast. Fairways were great. Tee areas were great. Doesn’t get much better than this in the Houston area.
Oh the Mosquitos
Beautiful course. Challenging with the wind and some very difficult green placements. I recall maybe three holes that good drives left 200 odd yards to the green that was tucked behind water. You have to play strategic and conservatively here.
The mosquitos though were like something from Jurassic Park. I got some generic bug spray. I recomment the highest strength deet you can get your hands on. And spray all over your body. I had a thin golf shirt on and theybit straight through it. I estimate over 100 mosquito bites during the round.
So overall great course but go prepared!!!!!
Great day to play
Always happy to play this course. Lives up to my expectations.