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10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Last updated 8.04.11
What People Are Saying About Moody Gardens
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The Appeal – Penguins, seals and other creatures make their home in the impressive Aquarium Pyramid. The aquarium is the third glass pyramid to be built and just one of the recent additions to the tropical grounds. Fish and other inhabitants come from the northern and tropical Pacific Ocean, the edge of the Antarctic and the Caribbean Sea. – – The Experience – The original Rainforest Pyramid houses more than 1,000 butterflies, waterfalls, tropical fish and plants, plus a bat cave with more than 60 bats from Africa and Central America. Inside the Discovery Pyramid, the…
Editor's Tips
- The Extras:
- The country's first 3-D Imax venue, this theater also features a high-action ride film that combines dramatic NASA space footage, state-of-the-art graphics and computer animation.
- Look Good:
- Reserve a ride on the luxurious Colonel Paddlewheeler, an authentic reproduction of an 800-passenger 19th-century steamboat. Day and evening tours take place on Offatt's Bayou. Call (409) 740-7797 for reservations.
- The Extras:
- The country's first 3-D Imax venue, this theater also features a high-action ride film that combines dramatic NASA space footage, state-of-the-art graphics and computer animation.
- Look Good:
- Reserve a ride on the luxurious Colonel Paddlewheeler, an authentic reproduction of an 800-passenger 19th-century steamboat. Day and evening tours take place on Offatt's Bayou. Call (409) 740-7797 for reservations.
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| food quality | 50.0% positive |
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| overall | 100.0% positive |
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| service | 0.0% positive |
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| value | 33.3299994468689% positive |
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05/06/12
Irate customer?
by ira thomas
My best friends nephew is employed at Moody Gardens and because of little knowledge of his co-workers I got the boy in trouble behind an employee disscount. I ask for my reciept and asked a simple question, the answer was very un- professionel , when I was about to walk away the cashier was making fun of me. After I asked for the manager and the phone number to upper managment the young guy (manager) beat me to it and called his manager and complaint about me how irate I was. Her nephew was called to the office and I feel really bad about that, he had nothing to do with the incident. An irate person would cursed and screamed at these un-professional employees , I can't believe what some people say to save their own hat. Sad very sad, hopefully I can get the number and call myself and explain what happened that day! And hopefully better trained personal will be serving customers. Better service more$$$$$$$$$$.
08/21/11
Aquarium is the only good thing
by shopstress2008
Everything here is pricey as excpected. But only one attraction is actually worth the price, the aquarium. It's large and awesome, with lots of very close up views with tanks spanning several stories featuring penguins, sharks, seals and more. Many aquariums don't even have penguins and seals and those were our favorite. The rainforest walkthrough was very short and it is so hot in there and humid (it is a rainforest after all), that you find yourself rushing through there just to get out of that heat. There were butterflies, a few parrots, a couple monkeys and a chinese alligator (which looks like a baby alligator, very small). AVOID THE RIDEFILM. It costs $8 per person for a 5 minute ride that you will be standing in line a long time for. They kep pushing back the start time for some reason and we waited in line for almost an hour, which I didn't understand. It was not worth the wait or the money, it was the lmaest exscuse for a ride I've ever seen. The seats barely move and it's a very short happy feet film, every kid in the room with us was like "that's it?" once it was over. Just go for the aquarium.
08/20/08
Poor Customer Service
by Leelee84
Moody Gardens is a great place for children and families who love the idea of having a rainforest and an aquarium in one location. However, the employees that work there can sometimes be rude, unfriendly and unprofessional. In addition, make sure you get to Moody Gardens early in the day to enjoy all of the pyramids! They are suppose to close at 8:00 p.m., but we saw some employees closing at 7:20 and 7:45. p.m.
- Pros: exhibits
- Cons: pricey and employees are rude!
09/01/06
Good, but not at the price you pay!
by moormanm
I have to say that we loved Moody Gardens! It was a nice family outing and I'd go again if it weren't so darn expensive! If it were actually available at the price listed above (which is currently showing $14.95-I plan to write in to make sure they correct that), it would be great! I'd say that $15-20 is a fair price for a day out at Moody Gardens. However, the fact that it actually costs twice that is what makes it a poor value. The $4.95-$14.95 listed above is only for separate attractions; that price would not allow you to see the whole park, only 1 part, such as the Aquarium, the Beach or one of the theaters. Entrance to Moody Gardens as a whole costs $40.00! Now when you're getting into the range of Six Flags or Schliterbahn, or a similar attraction, you'd better have as much to offer. Moody Gardens does not. I'd recommend it at a lower price but until they fix their prices, I'd say you'd find a better value elsewhere.
- Pros: Impressive, nice facilities.
- Cons: Way too expensive!
03/14/05
Overall Waste of Money
by ninbud
Enjoyed the 3D Imax, Aquarium, and Rainforest. The Paddleboat, Adventure Ride, and Discovery Zone were a waste of time and money.
- Pros: 3D Imax, Aquarium, Rainforest
- Cons: Pricing/Value, Paddleboat, Adventure Ride
The Details on Moody Gardens
Place Categories:
- great place
- overpriced moody gardens
- rude employees
- loved indoor rainforest
- good value
- beautiful attraction
- nice diversions
- best vacation spots
- best thusfar
- worst food court
- fun family
- fantastic meal
- fun imax
- beautiful view
- pricey family entertainment location
- favorite aquarium pyramid
- fav shark tunnel
- nice family outing
- like marine life
- great discount
- way too expensive everything
- loved kids
- enjoy dad
- clean private beach
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