You must shop on the Strip. ... by rholloway
You must shop on the Strip. For something very unique, beginning the second week of December, they have 'A Dickens Christmas on the Strip.' All of the shops are decorated in the 'Charles Dickens' era., and all of the shopkeepers and their employees dress accordingly. A truly special experience.
On the Strip, you will find shops filled with local crafts, the 'Peanut Butter Factory' has been converted to an antique store, but remains 'The Factory.' The old fashion drug story serves old fashion ice cream floats, and you can watch the candy maker do his best to please your taste buds!
You must see Moody Mansion. This is the home of the Moody family, who were some of the founders of the City of Galveston. The home was rebuilt in the early 1900's, after having been destroyed, along with the entire city in the huricane of 1906. It is graciously preserved, and is open for tours. You will be shown a delightful short movie about the mansion, the family and the City of Galveston.
The Bishop's Palace is also a must. Also restored to its elegance in the early 1900's after the hurricane, it is a feast for every one.
The things I have described is what 'makes' Galveston, Galveston.