What to do in Houston, TX

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Houston CityPASS: Admission to Top 5 Houston Attractions

Houston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 5 Attractions

Rp1.473.212
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90% of travellers recommend
Houston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 5 Attractions
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Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket

Rp538.082
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket

Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket

Rp215.592
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Science: Cockrell Butterfly Center

Houston Museum of Natural Science: Butterfly Center Ticket

Rp269.490
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100% of travellers recommend
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Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!

Rp717.742
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88% of travellers recommend
Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket

Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket

Rp215.592
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket
Houston: Guided City Tour by an Open-Top Double Decker Bus

Houston: Guided City Tour by an Open-Top Double Decker Bus

Rp717.742
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Houston: Guided City Tour by an Open-Top Double Decker Bus
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Viral Drip Bear Painting w/ RnB & Hip Hop Tunes

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Discover Houston: A Self-Guided City Tour

Discover Houston: A Self-Guided City Tour

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Houston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 5 Attractions

Houston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 5 Attractions

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Viral Drip Bear Painting w/ RnB & Hip Hop Tunes

Activity duration is 2 hours
9.2 out of 10 with 29 reviews
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What to do in Houston

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Daikin Park

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Minute Maid Park combines a retractable roof with nostalgic elements like the left-field train and historic Union Station facade. Enjoy premium seating in the Crawford Boxes for an intimate view of Houston Astros action.
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Downtown Houston

Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Daikin Park to Toyota Center – discover Downtown Houston, a destination also famous for its sports teams.

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Museum District

Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Museum District. Top attractions like Children's Museum of Houston and Houston Natural Science Museum are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Museum District Station or Hermann Park/Rice U Station to see more of the city.

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Montrose

Unique features of Montrose include the theatres and museums. Make a stop by Rothko Chapel or Menil Collection while you're exploring the area.

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Houston Heights

Travellers enjoy Houston Heights for its coffee shops and live music. Consider checking out The Heights Theater while you're in the area.

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Old Town Spring

The restaurants and live music are a few reasons travellers visit Old Town Spring. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Splashtown and Regal Benders Landing are a few top sights nearby.

Day trip destinations from Houston

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Alvin

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Pasadena

A playground with slides and swings, picnic tables, and a view of the water.

Webster

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Spring

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Brookshire

A waterfront residential area with houses, trees, and a calm river.

Humble

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Katy

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Manvel

Frequently asked questions

Is Houston worth visiting?
Known for its nature and dining, discovering cool things to do in Houston is a cinch. Don't forget to add Houston Zoo to your itinerary while here.
How do I spend a day in Houston?
Start your adventures with a visit to Houston Zoo and Downtown Aquarium. Then, explore different parts of Houston for a bite to eat and a little retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in Houston?
Houston Zoo is one of the top tourist attractions in Houston and deserves a place on every sightseeing list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Houston?
You can easily visit leading attractions like Houston Zoo, Downtown Aquarium and Houston Natural Science Museum with a three-day getaway in Houston. On average, most travellers plan two days here. There's plenty to explore nearby too, so stay a little longer and venture to Humble.
Is Houston a walkable city?
Some top sights in Houston, like Downtown Aquarium and Houston Natural Science Museum, are within walking distance. You can also discover several of the city's neighbourhoods on foot. Just 0.64 kilometers from the city centre of Houston is Houston Central Business District and Houston Convention District is 0.97 kilometers away.
What are some activities to do in Houston with kids?
Deciding what to do in Houston with kids has never been simpler. Whether you're travelling with teenagers or toddlers, there's a range of family-friendly attractions to keep them entertained here.
What to do in Houston for adults?
Karbach Brewing and Saint Arnold Brewery are just a couple of the things to do in Houston. With plenty of activities available, there's something here for everyone.
Are there free things to do in Houston?
One of the top ways to discover free things to do in Houston is to ask a local tour guide. You'll get insider views on hip neighbourhoods, parks and other highlights you can experience without opening your wallet. Menil Collection is one sight that doesn't charge an entrance fee.