Venture out of your neighborhood, but explore the Houston metro area for a fun stay-cation!
Experience space -- from its dramatic history and exciting present to its compelling future. Space Center Houston is the only place on Earth that gives guests an out-of-this-world journey through human adventures into space. Exhibits, attractions, special ...
Facility preserves the memory, history and experience of railroading, particularly Texas railroading. Artifacts include signals, time tables, correspondence, lanterns, coffin carts and a neon sign that once stood atop Houston's now-demolished Grand Centra ...
Zoological park located within Hermann Park is home to more than 4,500 animals belonging to over 900 species. Exhibits and facilities include a reptile and amphibian building, bird gardens, a duck lake, a tropical bird house, the Herbert A. and Elizabeth ...
Permanent collection of one of the largest museums in the U.S. spans more than 6,000 years of history with more than 62,000 works from 6 continents. Complex consists of 2 museum buildings, 2 art schools, 2 decorative arts centers and a sculpture garden. E ...
Science and education museum has 4 floors of natural science halls and exhibits, the Burke Baker Planetarium, Cockrell Butterfly Center and the Wortham IMAX Theater. Permanent exhibits include gems and minerals, Texas wildlife, paleontology, space, pre-Co ...
Non-profit, non-collecting museum provides a forum for visual arts of the present and recent past and documents new directions in art.
Kid-oriented museum features 14 galleries of hands-on exhibits focusing on art, science and world cultures for ages up to 12 years. Outreach programs include field trips, summer and after-school activities, family events and science workshops. Birthday pa ...
Private museum of contemporary art is nicknamed the Garage Mahal for its emphasis is on art cars, as well as fine arts and works by local, national and international artists.
Museum promotes, preserves and shares knowledge of printed communication, including historical documents, fine art exhibits and antique printing equipment. Admission is free for self-guided tours; guided tours are available for a fee. Museum also offers c ...
Museum is housed in Fire Station No. 7, the first fire station built by the Houston Fire Department after it went fully paid in 1895. Exhibits include a 1937 Chevrolet pumper, an 1895 Ahrens Fox horse-drawn steamer, a 19th century hand powered pumper, a 1 ...
Six-acre entertainment and dining complex is a 500,000-gallon aquatic wonderland and home to over 200 species of aquatic life from around the globe. The Aquarium features a full-service restaurant, an upscale bar, a fully equipped ballroom, aquatic & geog ...
Home to fabulous waterfront restaurants, amusements, charming retail stores, festivals and seaside shows, Kemah Boardwalk is just 20 miles from downtown Houston. Restaurant hours vary by restaurant; ride and amusement hours are Sunday - Thursday 10:30am - ...
Water park has slides, pools and raft rides. Special summer events include Kids Fest, military appreciation days, a fireworks extravaganza on July 4, an Hispanic festival and a Christian event day. Group discounts are available.