Things to do in Houston

Activities, attractions and tours

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Things to do

Space Center Houston Admission Ticket

Space Center Houston Admission Ticket

€28
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket

Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket

€10
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Houston: Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket

Houston: Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket

€22
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Houston: Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket
The Official Houston City Tour

NASA's Space Center & Official Houston City Tour with tickets

€94
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
NASA's Space Center & Official Houston City Tour with tickets
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket

Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket

€10
per adult
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket
Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket

Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket

€19
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket
Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston

Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston (Air-Conditioned)

€26
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston (Air-Conditioned)
Color Factory Houston Ticket

Color Factory Houston Ticket

€25
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Color Factory Houston Ticket
Houston Hollow Heart Hauntings Ghost Tour

Houston Hollow Heart Hauntings Ghost Tour

€21
per adult
Houston Hollow Heart Hauntings Ghost Tour
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Houston: Space Centre Houston Admission Ticket

Houston: Space Centre Houston Admission Ticket

9.0 out of 10 with 750 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €22 per child
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Classes & workshops

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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 €31 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Discover Houston: A Self-Guided City Tour

Discover Houston: A Self-Guided City Tour

Activity duration is 6 hours and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
The previous price was €3 and current price is €1 per adult
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Attractions

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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 €72 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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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 €31 per adult
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What to do in Houston

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NRG Stadium

8.6/5 (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 for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Houston
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Downtown Houston

Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Toyota Center to Daikin Park – 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 and Regal Benders Landing are a few top sights nearby.

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Pasadena

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

League City

A calm lake with a wooden dock, surrounded by trees and grassy banks.

Sugar Land

A calm lake with a kayaker, dense trees, and a distant park with structures.

The Woodlands

A paved path flanked by dense foliage with sunlight filtering through the trees.

Tomball

A city skyline with modern skyscrapers under a colorful sunset sky.

Brookshire

A wooden structure with a sign that reads "Boardwalk Bullies."

Kemah

An industrial complex with multiple tall structures and extensive piping at night.

Deer Park

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 kilometres from the city centre of Houston is Houston Central Business District and Houston Convention District is 0.97 kilometres 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.

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