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Children’s Museum of Houston

Children's Museum of Houston Voted America's Number 1 Children's Museum by Parent's Magazine and Winner of Nickelodeon Parents Picks for Best Museum in Houston (plus several more accolades not mentioned), the Children's Museum of Houston is an absolute must-visit for any families or groups of younger students. This hands-on, highly educational, and highly popular Houston…
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Waugh Drive Bat Colony

Waugh Drive Bat Colony Each night during Houston's sultry summer months, during that magical moment between sunset and dusk, you can head to Waugh Drive Bridge and see over 250,000 Mexican Free-Tail bats emerge from the caverns. This incredible sight attracts quite the crowd each night (unless the weather prevents so, of course), both locals…
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Contemporary Art Museum – Houston

Contemporary Art Museum - Houston Located in the heart of Houston's Museum District you will find an unmissable stainless steel structure, the home of the iconic Houston Contemporary Art Museum. This non-collecting, always free, American Alliance of Museums facility presents the 'best and most exciting international, national, and regional art of our time'. The structure…
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ArtCar Museum

ArtCar Museum Welcome to the ArtCar Museum, one of Houston's most unique contemporary art facilities! This free, private museum is often times referred to as 'Garage Mahal', a testament to how awe-inspiring the collection is for art and/or auto enthusiasts (though it really is fascinating to see even if you aren't either of these things).…
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Blaffer Art Museum

Blaffer Art Museum Welcome to the Blaffer Art Museum, one of the most cutting-edge art facilities in all of Houston. Located within the Arts District on the University of Houston campus, this museum aims to 'further understanding of contemporary art through exhibition, publications, and public programs'. The museum considers itself to be the 'Gateway' between…
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Williams Waterwall

Williams Waterwall The Williams Waterwall, also known as the Geral D. Hines Waterfall Park, is one of the most interesting (and FREE) landmarks you can visit while in Houston. This multi-story sculptural fountain serves as the cornerstone of Uptown Houston, sitting just opposite of Williams Tower (trust us, you can't miss it). Incredible to gaze…
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Houston Arboretum & Nature Center

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center [caption id="attachment_32126" align="alignright" width="425"] Houston Arboretum Pixabay Public Domain[/caption] Welcome to one of Houston's finest free attractions, the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center. This 155-acre wildlife sanctuary was one of the first nature education facilities for children in the state of Texas, serving over 200,000 people annually, 10,000 of them specifically school groups. The Arboretum is located within…
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Historic Market Square Park

 Historic Market Square Park If you are looking for a historic Houston cornerstone, a spot to do a bit of shopping, or just a breath of fresh air, Historic Market Square Park is for you! This downtown public park is considered to be the 'original heart of community activity' for Houston, this being just blocks…
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Julia Ideson Building

Julia Ideson Building An integral part of the Houston Public Library System and longstanding downtown Houston fixture, the Julia Ideson Building is one of the most beautiful and historic spots you can visit while in town! This breathtaking Spanish architecture is very grandiose, with Spanish brick floors, marble pillars, and grand staircases throughout. Head to…
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Houston Downtown Aquarium

Houston Downtown Aquarium [caption id="attachment_26019" align="alignright" width="425"] Spotted Stingray Houston Aquarium Pixabay Public Domain[/caption] Amazing aquatic ecosystem displays, interactive touch pools, and exciting shark tanks...welcome to Houston's Downtown Aquarium! The 6-acre entertainment and dining complex holds over 500,000 gallons of aquatic display, one full-service restaurant, an upscale bar, and several shopping opportunities along the way. There…
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