Visiting Schlitterbahn Waterpark in Galveston, Texas

Cool off and BLAST OFF this summer at our waterpark Schlitterbahn Galveston near Houston on beautiful Galveston Island.

Rivers connect for a mile of fun through three distinct park sections at Schlitterbahn Galveston. The waterpark is a thrill seekers paradise with high thrill speed slides including Rohr!, MASSIV, and the immersive Screaming Serpents body slide. Each section has raft rides, pools and water coasters with great picnic pavilions and pint sized water playgrounds for kids of all ages. If you are looking for a way to cool off or fun things to do in Galveston, we have the hottest, coolest rides around.

Schlitterbahn Galveston Waterpark Schedule

You can find the current Schlitterbahn Galveston Waterpark schedule here.

Directions to Schlitterbahn Galveston

Waterpark GPS Address: 2109 Gene Lucas Blvd., Galveston, TX 77554

Schlitterbahn Galveston is located on Galveston Island next to Moody Gardens and the Lockheed Airport. You can see the park as soon as you cross the Causeway. Welcome!

Parking is FREE at Schlitterbahn!

Schlitterbahn Galveston Map

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What is the best time to come to Schlitterbahn?

For the best experience, visit Schlitterbahn on a weekday. If you must plan your visit on a weekend, we suggest weekends early or late in the season, or on a Sunday in late June, July and early August. Saturdays in late June, July and early August are the most popular days to visit the park, and you may experience longer waits for admission and attractions and limited availability of picnic tables, loungers and tubes. Whenever you do choose a day to visit, plan to arrive early Schlitterbahn is a big place and you'll want to experience it all.

Can I bring a picnic to the park?

You are more than welcome to bring your own family picnic basket and cooler inside the park. Guests may bring coolers that are smaller than 26"L x 16"W x 16"D. Glass and alcohol are prohibited. Coolers are subject to search prior to entry. Schlitterbahn Galveston Island also offers a wide variety of fun foods and beverages throughout the park for those who do not wish to bring their own picnic.

Are there height requirements on the rides?

Schlitterbahn uses an attraction rating system for all water attractions. An information sign is posted at each attraction entrance with ride descriptions, thrill rating and skills required for riding. Riders must be at least 42 inches to experience the Dragonblaster, Loopy Luge and Guada-Loopy tube chutes and must be at least 48 inches to ride Rohr!, Faust and Furious, MASSIV and the Screaming Serpents.

Schlitterbahn Waterpark Information and Guidelines

Be Safe. Have Fun.

We look forward to your visit to Schlitterbahn! Our goal is for you to have a safe and enjoyable visit. This page will provide you with relevant information to make the most of your day at Schlitterbahn.

If you have any additional questions regarding your visit to Schlitterbahn, we would love to help! Please contact a park representative.

We look forward to seeing you at Schlitterbahn!

Cooler Guidelines

As always, coolers are welcome at Schlitterbahn. To further increase safety and to provide faster and more efficient entry into the park, guests may only bring coolers that are smaller than 26?L x 16?W x 16?D. Glass and alcohol are prohibited. Coolers are subject to search prior to entry.

These guidelines are subject to change without notice.

We look forward to seeing you at Schlitterbahn!

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Schlitterbahn Galveston Waterpark
Slides, Rides and More!

Schlitterbahn Galveston attractions are designed to thrill. Experience a staggering variety of heart-pounding, high-speed waterslides. Not a thrill-seeker? No problem. Galveston offers a wide variety of lazy rivers, wave pools, picnic pavilions, and cabanas for those looking to soak up the sun!

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Groups & Events

Schlitterbahn Galveston will make every person in your group wonder why you don’t come here more often.

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Insider Tips, Updates, and More!

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