Back
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
Amenities
Services
Rules
Golf courses at Moody Gardens
-
Galveston, TexasPublic/Resort
Images from Moody Gardens
Golfer Photos
-
Photo submitted by NXmYsfDKKKlrgdqsm44r on 08/05/2026
-
Photo submitted by cmkindred on 04/24/2026
-
Photo submitted by Alvinrt on 05/21/2024
-
Photo submitted by CharlesLately on 05/19/2024
-
Photo submitted by TDOYEL11 on 07/17/2023
-
Photo submitted by TDOYEL11 on 07/17/2023
-
Photo submitted by TDOYEL11 on 07/17/2023
-
Photo submitted by GKing77098 on 05/07/2023
-
Photo submitted by GKing77098 on 05/07/2023
-
Photo submitted by pdcurran on 01/09/2023
-
Photo submitted by u8529739 on 01/07/2023
-
Photo submitted by u8529739 on 01/07/2023
-
Photo submitted by u8529739 on 01/07/2023
-
Photo submitted by SMOKEY2020 on 06/24/2022
-
Photo submitted by SMOKEY2020 on 06/24/2022
-
17th green Photo submitted by u8529739 on 03/13/2022
-
Photo submitted by ShibTx on 11/17/2021
-
Background: Moody Gardens Discover, Rainforest, Aquarium, & Hotel. Photo submitted by GordonATX on 10/07/2021
-
Photo submitted by Zeuswon on 05/29/2021
-
Photo submitted by Zeuswon on 04/12/2021
-
Pelican watching me on #8 bridge. Photo submitted by u8529739 on 02/10/2021
-
Photo submitted by u169948982 on 01/22/2021
-
My son and I Photo submitted by garthedc on 09/07/2020
-
Photo submitted by lv370540 on 09/02/2020
-
Photo submitted by Joshfast on 06/15/2020
-
14th Hole Approach Photo submitted by GolferJake78 on 06/15/2019
-
18th Hole Approach Photo submitted by GolferJake78 on 06/15/2019
-
Photo submitted by Robert1518933 on 04/25/2019
-
Photo submitted by barry9114506 on 05/17/2017
-
Photo submitted by sanwaldjf on 06/28/2016
-
Photo submitted by itismej83 on 08/16/2014
-
18th Fairway looking across the pond to the 18th green Photo submitted by bobby6830772 on 06/21/2013
-
Photo submitted by u000001596690 on 10/15/2012
Reviews
Great course
Great course and the wind always comes into play making it more difficult especially with water in play on many holes. The greens were in fabulous shape and rolled true. They're on the firm side so good shots with spin are required. Fairways were nice and green. Tee boxes were a little chewed up, but I could find areas that were just fine. Overall, great course in great shape and probably the best value out there.
Too expensive for the condition
More expensive yet poor condition. LaPorte and Housto have far better values in public golf
Great Greens
Water on 16 holes.
Not a course for high handicappers.
Great greens.
We love it.
Mosquitoes are your group😂
Course is challenging and green were excellent. Bad mosquitoes bring your bug juice.
Great coarse condition better than most this time of year.
During the short winter season we had this year I feel like this coarse took the cold weather the best. Fairways and greens are in good shape
Good course Great Greens
Besides the fact that I 3 putted almost every hole. It was great
Fun course
The course was in great condition and the pace of play was awesome. The design is great. The wind definitely comes into play. We had fun playing.
Perfect greens
Greens are in great shape. Course is well maintained. With the warm weather, a great place to play and then hangout in Galveston.
Great Course!
I’ve always enjoyed playing here. Today was no exception. Course was in great shape! Greens held good shots, rolled fast but true.
Staff and marshals were very friendly and helpful.
Only 4 stars for course layout but that’s only because several of the holes don’t fit my eye.
I will definitely keep an eye out for more good deals here.
Marshal
The marshal was rude and disrespectful never have been treated this way on any golf course I have played we were not playing slow
Nice public track
Nice layout and they’re doing a good job maintaining conditions lately……even the bunkers are playable!!!
Pace was almost 4 hours for 9 holes
Played here in the past and loved it. However this weekend the pace was so slow it took almost four hours for 9 holes. When we got to the back nine there were about 10 carts backed up. Played a couple more holes on the front nine again and then just gave up and went home. Was very disappointed and felt like I wasted some $$.
Coastal Golf
Always love playing Moody. Hadn't been recently but wasn't surprised by the great conditions and staff.