10 TOP Things to Do in Houston (2025 Activity Guide)

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Tours & day trips

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Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket

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Private & custom tours

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Enchanting Houston: A Romantic Urban Adventure

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Trill On Wheels (Hip-Hop Party Bike Tour in 3rd Ward Houston)

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Attractions

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Houston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 5 Attractions

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Drip Bear Paint & Sip Experience

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What to do in Houston

Popular places to visit

Toyota Center

Catch an event at Toyota Center during your trip to Houston. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

Daikin Park

Catch an event at Daikin Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the entertainment choices and lively festivals in this vibrant area.

George R. Brown Convention Center

During your trip, find out what's happening at George R. Brown Convention Center, a top convention center in Houston. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.

NASA Johnson Space Center

After visiting NASA Johnson Space Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Houston. Amble around the area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.

Rice University

Enjoy the collegiate vibe around Rice University, a top university in Houston. Experience the area's lively festivals and fascinating museums.

Space Center Houston

Visit the heart of the American space industry in the control centre that put man on the moon.

University of Houston

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit University of Houston, during your travels in Houston. Experience the great live music and lively festivals in this vibrant area.

Kemah Boardwalk

Galveston Bay’s old-school boardwalk is lined with great shopping and dining, plus amusement park rides and arcades.

Memorial City Mall

You can do some window-shopping at Memorial City Mall during your stay in Houston. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Areas of Houston

Discovery Green which includes a city, central business district and a high rise building

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 Theater District Station to see more of the city.

The Galleria

Travelers to The Galleria praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by The Galleria and Williams Tower.

Texas Medical Center

Well-liked for its restaurants, museums, and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Texas Medical Center. Attractions like Houston Zoo is a major draw, and you can hop on the metro at TMC Transit Center or Dryden/TMC Station to see more of the city.

Houston featuring a city and a high rise building

Houston Central Business District

If you're spending time in Houston Central Business District, check out sights like Toyota Center or House of Blues Houston and hop on the metro to see more the city at Bell Station or Main Street Square Station.