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Audio Guidesfromper adult$99
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- fromper group (up to 2)$160
- fromper adult$45
Aquariumsfromper adult$76
Historical Toursfromper adult$33
Theater Showsfromper adult$36
Historical Toursfromper adult$30
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Speciality Museums
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Diverse exhibits from dinosaur bones to Egyptian artifacts, with a butterfly habitat and planetarium adding to the appeal. Unique items available in the gift shop.
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Interactive space exploration center with tram tours to historic Mission Control and astronaut training facilities. Features include Saturn V exhibit, retired shuttles, and hands-on experiences.
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Museum complex with diverse global art collections, including impressionist masterpieces and interactive exhibits like the Infinity Room. Features sculpture garden and cafe.
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Art museum set in a serene park, showcasing a mix of ancient to modern pieces with a focus on surrealism, housed in striking architecture with a tranquil chapel.
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- bgerman20242 contributionsThe HMNS is a fabulous museum. The exhibits are well worth the time and effort. Children and adults of all ages will surely be captivated and inspired. The HMNS offers unique learning experiences. If you are in Houston, this is a state-of-the-art facility, which benefits from professional leadership.Written May 6, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Linda APittsburgh, PA448 contributionsUnfortunately we were scheduled for a tour and ended up missing it due to traffic construction and there were no other tours available that day. So we toured on our own. I would highly recommend if you are in the Houston area to visit the Space Center. There is such a wealth of information and exhibits. You need to allow yourself at least 4-5 hours (probably longer if you take the tram tour) in order to be able to see and experience everything. The spacesuit collection is awesome and represents the spacesuits used throughout the years. You need to make sure you visit Independence Plaza and go inside the shuttle replica which is mounted on top of the NASA 905 shuttled carrier aircraft. I found the wall with photos of all the astronauts from the very first shuttle mission very interesting and spent quite a bit of time just looking at how the space program has evolved from only one or two astronauts to now teams of quite a few more. Make sure you visit the gift shop, they had "space food" and I ended up buying two Freeze Dried Ice Cream Pops for my great grandchildren and shipped them to the kids. They were so excited to get space food. I was curious what they would taste like and the kids told me "Grandma they tasted like ice cream". Definitely worth going to visit.Written June 1, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- volcanogirlHouston, TX15,827 contributionsWe're museum members and came to see the exhibit "Vertigo of Color" showcasing the art of Matisse and Derain as they explored the genre of Fauvism. The paintings in the exhibit are beautiful, mostly set in a small French seaside town where the artists spent their summer. Lots of bold strokes and vivid, saturated colors like bright oranges, hot pinks, purples, and turquoise. Apparently this was considered quite daring back in the day. Fauvism was new to me, so I appreciated learning about it. My favorite was Matisse's Open Window that focuses on a view of sailboats through an open window. I also loved "Woman with a Shawl" that was painted by Derain and features Matisse's wife as the model. The museum itself is fantastic and spread across three large buildings connected by a tunnel system. It's free on Thursdays if you want to just go in and explore. Don't miss James Turrell's light tunnel called "The Light Inside" as you pass from one building to another. The permanent collection is impressive - European art, Asian art, Islamic art, African art - there's really something for everyone. We parked in the parking garage attached to the museum. I'd recommend plugging the address into your GPS because it's a bit hard to find. There's also an outdoor sculpture garden - don't miss the bean sculpture called "Cloud Column" - and a nice cafe where you can grab a bite to eat. For tourists or locals, this is a great place to explore and beat the summer heat.Written May 28, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Joni PAtlanta, GA225 contributionsExcellent zoo! The usual animals, like elephants and giraffes, are nicely displayed. There's lovely, shaded walking paths. Takes at least 2 hours to walk around.
In addition to the typical animals, there's an aquarium in the Galaogos Islands exhibit!
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Only criticism is parking lots are enormous. It would be helpful to have numbered signs or signs with different animals posted to help find your car after your zoo visit.Written May 18, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - CindyR54Calgary, Canada198 contributionsGreat food and beautiful ball stadium. My husband and I took our young grandsons to watch the Blue Jays and had dinner there. We sat once on the first base line, low down and one in the mid-section of left field. I preferred the higher seats.as you could see more. We had nachos and hot dogs, all good. The only downside is that the wine was TERRIBLE. We went two nights, and had a glass each, both equally bad.
The ballpark staff were very helpful and friendly and it was really easy to get in and out, even after the game.Written April 11, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - sprater09Palestine, TX504 contributionsWe had a great visit here on our trip to Houston. Our 5 year old loved the entire place! There is a lot of variety here for kids of all ages. Large enough to fit all the people. There were a lot of people on a busy Saturday, however our daughter got to do everything she wanted to do with no wait time. Great place to check out. Prices are reasonable for the amount of activities. You could literally stay all day if you wanted.Written May 27, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Margery S4 contributionsThe fit of the dress is also fantastic. I am quite petite and often struggle to find dresses that fit me well. However, this dress comes in different sizes, including petite, which was a game-changer for me. The dress hugs my body in all the right places without being too tight or uncomfortable. The length is also perfect, hitting right above my knees, making it appropriate for both work and social events.Written April 19, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Bruce P16 contributionsFantastic niche museum! My wife and I spent more than 2 hours to do everything, including their quiz. Very informative and a huge collection of hearses and artifacts. Admission was very reasonable for what you got. I doubt it could hold a child's interest, but even adults that don't think they will be interested are in for a surprise!Written May 2, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Monika BHouston, TX14 contributionsI grow milkweed in pots and raise monarch butterflies in my backyard and love to see the other species at the Butterfly Center.Written July 28, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Thomas VOakland, CA16,314 contributionsWorld class museums can be found here, and there are several close together. If you have a lot of time and plan to visit more than one, you can park your car and walk among them. Together they form a very pretty part of town.Written February 18, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Karin NeeMassachusetts19 contributionsThe exhibit was very moving and showed the history of the Jewish persecution from the beginning of Nazi's rise in power all the way liberation. There are plenty of documentaries and artifacts throughout the tour. A lot of descriptive placards in both English and Spanish.
It took about 3h for me to finish the entire tour. I like many of the exhibits related to World War II. The history of the Holocaust is no exception and this place was definitely on my to-do list when I visited Houston. I was not disappointed by this museum.Written May 22, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - dorlucieNew York City, NY209 contributionsThis is a hidden gem that I was not aware of. Modern art and a wide range of collectibles. Worth the trip as it is exhibited in a spacious building allowing for very unusual pieces .Written February 29, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
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