Tall Ship Elissa
Galveston Historic Seaport
Elissa is a popular tourist attraction and a living piece of history, showcasing the beauty and craftsmanship of 19th-century sailing ships. Visitors can tour the ship and learn about its history and restoration.
Elissa is a historic sailing ship that is located in Galveston, Texas. It was built in 1877 in Aberdeen, Scotland, and originally served as a cargo ship. In 1883, it was sold to a Greek owner and was renamed “Fjeld.” It later changed hands several times and was eventually abandoned in a Greek port in 1967.
The ship was later discovered by a group of preservationists who recognized its historical significance and worked to save and restore it. It was then brought to Galveston in 1982, where it underwent extensive restoration and is now part of the Texas Seaport Museum.
Important information
ELISSA is one of only three ships of her kind left in the world and welcomes over 40,000 visitors each year. She is also the Official Tall Ship of Texas, a National Historic Landmark, and a symbol of the Gulf Coast’s early days as a seaport and active waterfront. The Galveston Historic Seaport welcomes visitors aboard the 1877 ELISSA, a Tall Ship for Texas. Every day, you can immerse yourself in Galveston’s maritime history.
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With moonlight silhouetting the masts of the 1877 tall ship Elissa, the Galveston Historic Seaport provides a romantic, outdoor setting for weddings and receptions. The location on Galveston’s historic waterfront also offers a picturesque site for a variety of business and social functions.
Tickets Information
Admission: Adult – $10 |Youth (6-18) – $7.00 | Children (5 & Under) – Free
Please note: They will be closed on November 24, December 23, 24, 25, and January 1.
Location Highlights
- Pier 22 Suite, 8, Galveston, TX 77550
- 51 miles from Houston, TX
Contact Information
- (409) 763-1877
- Galveston History website
- Get Tickets
Hours of operation
- Tues 10AM-5PM
- Wed 10AM-5PM
- Thurs 10AM-5PM
- Fri 10AM-5PM
- Sat 10AM-5PM
- Sun 10AM-5PM
- Mon CLOSED
