The Offshore Energy Center operates a state-of-the-art facility giving
visitors a better understanding of how oil and gas are produced offshore. Tour
the refurbished jack-up rig and learn about the drilling procedures and
production, marine transportation and environmental protection. It's a museum,
educational facility and drilling rig all rolled into one. Open 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
daily, winter until 4 p.m. Admission charge. Adjacent to Pier 19 on Harborside
Drive. 409/766-STAR (7827).
City: Galveston
Region: Gulf Coast
With so many amazing things to do in Texas, there’s not enough room to feature them all. So check out some popular attractions to see just how much fun your Texas vacation can be.
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
City: Canyon
Region: Panhandle Plains
Lakes near Dallas
City: Dallas
Region: Prairies and Lakes
Lake Conroe Park
City: Conroe
Region: Piney Woods
Galveston Island Beach
City: Galveston
Region: Gulf Coast
Lakes near San Antonio
City: San Antonio
Region: South Texas Plains
Devil’s Backbone
City: Wimberley
Region: Hill Country
Balmorhea State Park
City: Balmorhea
Region: Big Bend Country
