Gulf Coast · City · Indoor Fun
Houston Museum District
Houston, Texas
Family friendlyNineteen museums around Hermann Park, from natural science to the Children's Museum.
Many museums have free hours on Thursday afternoons — check before you buy tickets.
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Plan your visit
Nearest town: Houston · About 0 hrs from Houston
- Best season
- Year-round
- Time needed
- 1–2 days
- Cost
- Free–$$ (many free Thursdays)
- Getting around
- METRORail red line stops nearby.
- Reservations
- Timed tickets for special exhibitions.
For families: Children's Museum Houston is in the district.
Where to eat
Niko Niko's
Greek favorite on Montrose.
Family friendlyNinfa's on Navigation
Birthplace of the fajita in Houston.
Things to do nearby
Hermann Park & Zoo
Train ride, paddle boats, zoo.
Family friendlyMuseum of Natural Science
Dinosaurs and a butterfly center.
Family friendlyThe Menil Collection
Free, serene and world-class.
Hours and details change — check before you go.
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