Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier

Found in the scenic town of Galveston, Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier welcomes fun seekers from Texas and elsewhere. The carnival-style amusement park is home to 15 rides, souvenir outlets, carnival galas and 1 roller coaster. The new pleasure pier is built on the site of the earlier one which was built in the year 1943. A major attraction at the park is the Iron Shark roller coaster built by Gerstlauer. Standing tall at 100 feet (30 meters), it features four reverse jumps, apart from a rear section girding above the waters. The Bubba Gump Shrimp restaurant serves delectable fare on-site.