10 Things to do After Dinner in Galveston

A few hours with Authentic Galveston Ghost Tours is the perfect way to spend a spooky evening in Galveston. Whether you are a thrill-seeker, on a date, or looking for a fun way to enjoy the city with the family, the ghost tour is sure to leave you shaking in your cowboy boots.

Not only is the tour enough to give you goosebumps, but the tour guide will leave you with a respectable understanding of true historical events and will introduce you to some of the city’s oldest buildings.

Magic Carpet Golf is an interactive getaway for an early evening with family or friends. Located next to the seawall in Galveston, the ocean breeze will kiss your skin as you make your way through the 18 holes. There are multiple courses for every level of player, with well-maintained facilities and helpful staff.

The obstacles get more creative as the game increases, which is sure to give you hours of fun memories. If miniature golf is not your thing, they also offer batting cages where you can sharpen your home-run skills.

The Grand 1894 Opera House is not only a registered historical site in Texas, it still functions as the official Opera House of the State of Texas. This architectural marvel is a sight to see, and when the sun starts to set, experience a show as Texans have done for over 100 years.

Check their calendar and book your tickets at the box office before dinner to secure the best seats in the house because the ticket booth and tour groups close at 5 pm and will only re-open 30 minutes prior to each event.

Tin Cup’s Caddy Shack is a fusion sports pub in Galveston where you can hone your golfing skills while catching a fun buzz. The affordable beverages and full-size driving range makes the Caddy Shack an opportune spot to show off your talents and challenge your friends.

They offer a full-service bar, outdoor patio seating, and the unique addition of a putting green as well. Once your bucket of balls has run dry, check out the inside bar where they have free pool tables and shuffleboard.

Bliss Lounge is considered the best, and certainly, one of the most popular, clubs in Galveston. The venue has V.I.P. options with tables and bottle service, perfect for birthday or bachelor parties.

The staff are attentive and friendly, and the bartenders are famed for their delicious Sexy Mexican Margaritas. The music style varies throughout the week from euro-style dance to old-school party pop. Located near the shipping dock, Bliss is also the perfect place to loosen up before or after your time on the water.

Sharkey’s Tavern is among Galveston’s finest examples of a “local watering hole". Many people discover Sharkey's as a live music venue which regularly hosts local and traveling bands. Tuesdays are Jelly Night at Sharkey’s, while weekends typically see blues or country bands take to the stage.

The bar has a selection of draft beers and cocktails, and the wood-fired oven churns out delicious pizzas late into the night. The patio seating is a great area to catch some fresh air, and if you are a pet-owner, Sharkey's is happy to welcome your furry friends.

Buckshot Sedan is one of the top honky-tonk bars on Galveston island. They deliver classic country style 3 nights a week and you won't be disappointed. Every hour is happy hour at the Buckshot Sedan with great prices on all local beer and well beverages, and their frosty margaritas will cool you down after you "kick some dust" on their spacious dance floor.

They have a separate area for those who want to take the stage for karaoke. If you’re up for a real Texas treat, go for a spin on the mechanical bull.

Galveston's 61st Street Fishing Pier is a 24-hour spot for fishing, which attracts people of all ages. Replace the sounds of the city with the sound of waves rolling under the pier. You can rent fishing gear like rods and reels and buy snacks, beer and pizza at the bait shop located at the end of the pier.

Cast a line for a variety of fish, including reds, drums, sharks and other species, making for a good tale to tell the folks back home. The pier is not exclusive to anglers – sunsets and sunrises from the observation deck are simply divine.

Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier is a lovely way to spend the closing hours of the evening. Bring out your inner child on the Piers roller coaster and carnival-style rides. Cool off with an ice cream cone and watch the sunset glisten on the water.

If you are on a date, there’s no better view than the highest peak of the Ferris wheel, offering a spectacular view of the beach. Also, if you’re looking for a nearby dinner destination, the famous Bubba Gump restaurant is located in the center of the action.