Things to do in Houston

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Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket

Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket

Activity duration is 20 minutes
9.0 out of 10 with 29 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 739 per adult
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Hip Hop and R&B Paint Party Experience

Hip Hop and R&B Paint Party Experience

Activity duration is 2 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 12 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 2,154 per adult
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Private Tour of Galveston

Private Tour of Galveston

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
9.2 out of 10 with 10 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 7,494 per adult
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Houston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 5 Attractions

Houston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 5 Attractions

Activity duration is 9 days
9.0 out of 10 with 303 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 5,047 per adult
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Viral Drip Bear Painting Experience

Viral Drip Bear Painting Experience

Activity duration is 2 hours
8.4 out of 10 with 5 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 2,154 per adult
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What to do in Houston

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NRG Stadium

4.3/5 (5,392 reviews)
Home to the Houston Texans, NRG Stadium revolutionized design as the NFL's first retractable-roof venue. Experience the electric atmosphere during football season or the legendary Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.
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Where to stay in Houston

Find the best Houston areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Houston
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Downtown Houston

Known for its abundant dining options and live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Houston. Top attractions like Toyota Center and Daikin Park are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Central Station Main or Main Street Square Station to see more of the city.

Museum District

Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Museum District. You can visit top attractions like Children's Museum of Houston and Houston Natural Science Museum, and jump on the metro at Museum District Station or Hermann Park/Rice U Station to see more of the city.

Montrose

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

Houston Heights

Houston Heights

Visitors to Houston Heights like its coffeehouses and live music, and The Heights Theater is a sight worth a stop.

Buildings in Small Texas Town with Summer flower

Old Town Spring

The restaurants and live music are just a few features travelers like about Old Town Spring. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Six Flags Hurricane Harbor and Regal Benders Landing are a few top places to visit.

The Woodlands, Texas

The Woodlands

Panorama aerial view kids swing, climb, slide on colorful playground while parents supervise. Bright equipment and green lawns surround this lively outdoor scene, Clear Lake Park, Seabrook, Texas

Baytown

Houston Texas Drone Skyline Aerial

Pearland

An aerial view of a park with playground equipment, a walking path, and a river.

Bellaire

Kemah

Kemah

The Bevil Jarrell Memorial Bridge across the San Jacinto River in Humble, Texas.

Humble

Oil Refinery in Deer Park, Texas

Deer Park

Witness the mesmerizing beauty of a stunning sunset at the intersection of Katy, Texas and the Houston 99 Toll Road Freeway.!

Katy

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 travelers 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 neighborhoods on foot. Just 0.64 kilometers from the city center 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 traveling 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 neighborhoods, parks and other highlights you can experience without opening your wallet. Menil Collection is one sight that doesn't charge an entrance fee.