• The Space Center Houston is a premier science and space exploration learning center. As Houston’s leading attraction and the top destination for international visitors in the region, we proudly serve as the Official Visitor Center of NASA Johnson Space Center and a Smithsonian Affiliate. Discover over 400 space artifacts, immersive exhibits, and captivating experiences that celebrate the rich history and exciting future of America’s human space-flight program. Our offerings are designed to engage and educate visitors of all ages, sparking wonder and fueling dreams.

• Kemah Boardwalk is open daily providing fun for everyone! Located 30 miles South from downtown Houston, the Kemah Boardwalk is home to fabulous waterfront restaurants, amusements, charming retail stores, festivals and seaside shows every day.

• The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is the largest livestock exhibition and rodeo in the world. It includes one of the richest regular-season professional rodeo events. Visitors can explore livestock shows, enjoy shopping at the massive vendor marketplace, and experience classic Texan culture through activities like mutton bustin’, where kids try their hand at riding sheep. The star-studded concert lineup includes country, pop, and Latin music superstars, making it a major entertainment destination. Whether you’re a rodeo enthusiast or just looking for an exciting day out, the Houston Rodeo is a true bucket-list event!

• Want to explore an immersive, creative environment that is fun for parents too?! Visit the Color Factory! Take a journey through 14 immersive art exhibits as stunning as they are colorful. Their interactive art museum celebrates the many shades of Texas – from the dazzling violet of wild bluebonnets to the rich red of famed Viet-Cajun crawfish. 

• Meow Wolf Interactive Art Museum: Almost anything is within reach at Meow Wolf’s fifth permanent exhibition, Radio Tave. When a well-loved community radio station gets transported into a strange realm, the team behind the broadcasts find a new audience, a world more wondrous than they ever imagined. Wander through a portal and into another world – experience a honky-tonk dive bar and its entertaining regulars, a mysterious hollow of musical inspiration, a never-ending dance party, an open-air market, and the broadcast of ETNL radio station. Featuring artwork from Houston’s culturally-rich and diverse Fifth Ward, Radio Tave is a story of chosen community and how exploration of the unknown can lead you to infinite possibilities.

• The Houston Interactive Aquarium and Animal Preserve offers multiple educational programs and events for children, as well as behind-the-scenes tours for those curious about what it takes to keep our facility working day to day.  Kids will enjoy interacting with a wide variety of Marine Life, Reptiles, Birds, Mammals, and other FUN Activities!

• The Houston Zoo is committed to being a leader in the global effort to save animals in the wild. We are home to over 6,000 permanent residents (our animals) for whom we provide the highest standard in animal care. Every time you visit the Zoo, you're helping us save animals in the wild. We support 49 wildlife conservation projects in 27 countries around the world.

• Cidercade Houston is the largest and best arcade in Houston. $12 admission for unlimited play on 275+ games! Enjoy adult beverages, food trucks, and live sports. Family friendly during the day, but 18+ at 9pm. Once inside, there are so many activities and fun things to do, including retro and modern arcade games, Skee-Ball, rhythm games, fighting games, basketball, racing games, bubble hockey, pinball machines, air hockey, and more!

For more information about Houston please visit the Visit Houston Texas site!