Things to Do in Houston

Space Center Houston’s unparalleled exhibits, attractions, special presentations and hands-on activities tell the story of NASA’s manned space flight program. SCH is the only place in the world where visitors can see astronauts train for missions, touch a real moon rock, land a shuttle, and take a behind-the-scenes tour of NASA.

Enjoy sweeping views of the Downtown Skyline on the Diving Bell Ferris Wheel, Aquatic Carousel. Cool off in the Dancing Fountains, or a thrilling Ride on the Lighthouse Dive. The Aquarium Restaurant offers guests an exciting upscale dining experience.

Dining Options include Landry's Seafood, Saltgrass Steak House, The Aquarium, Red Sushi Habachi Grill, and other first class restaurants. Amusements include a Double Decker Carousel, Dancing Fountains, Balloon Wheel, and Boardwald Bullet Coaster.

Houston's Premier Sports Venue. Home of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo and the Houston Texans Football Team. Also home of the "Astrodome" the worlds first domed stadium.

Buffalo Bayou Park offers 124 acres of beautiful scenery and skyline views, as well as one of the city's iconic fountains, one of the best skate parks in the nation, and an extreme rarity for Houston, sloping terrain with a biking and jogging trail. It stretches alongside Allen Parkway and Memorial Drive, contributing beauty to one of the nicest auto routes in town.

Playground for your mind. 90,000 square feet of interactive exhibits. Voted #1 Children's Museum in the United States.

Take a break and enjoy the Houston Zoo, one of Parents Magazine's Top Ten Zoo's for Kids. Bring the whole family.

Houston's premier Waterpark. Located in North Houston, call the park directly for details.

Dedicated to educating people about the Holocaust, remembering those who died and hornoring the survivors legacy.

Houston's only interactive health science center. Tour a larger than life Human Body and explore your mental, physical, and future selves. Free Thursdays, from 2pm - 5pm.

Experience the wonders of science up close from ancient dinosaurs to stunning gems. Join them for lectures, tours, and special exhibits! Truly spectacular! Free Tuesday after 2pm.

32 aquatic adventures during the Summer Season. Open April through September.

Discovery Green is a public park in Downtown Houston. The park includes a lake, bandstands, and venues for public performances, two dog runs, a children's area and multiple recreational areas.

Featuring waterfront fun and entertainment like no other Gulf Coast destination, the Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier features family-oriented attractions including rides, midway games, a wide selection of food venues and retail shops.