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VISITOR SERVICES WATER SPORTS ATTRACTIONSSIGHTSEEING LODGING DINING HELPFUL INFO
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VISITOR SERVICES WATER SPORTS ATTRACTIONSSIGHTSEEING LODGING DINING HELPFUL INFO
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POINTS OF INTERESTBayou PlaceIn the heart of Downtown’s Theater District, this 130,000-square-foot entertainment mega-plex houses numerous theatres, bars, lounges and restaurants.500 Texas Avenue, Houston(713) 227-0957 bayouplace.com
Children’s Museum of HoustonRanked as one of the country’s top children’s museums, it features galleries of hands-on, intriguing exhibits to educate and fascinate.1500 Binz Street, Houston(713) 522-1138 cmhouston.org
Downtown AquariumPart restaurant, part exhibit, the aquarium features tanks filled with stingrays, sharks and other exotic marine life. Themed habitats include the Louisiana Swamp exhibit filed with dwarf gators, crawfish and snapping turtles, as well as the White Tigers of the Maharaja’s Temple exhibit.410 Bagby Street @ Memorial Drive, Houston(713) 223-3474 aquariumrestaurants.com
GalleriaWith 375-plus stores and a grand ice rink, lined by Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue and Nordstrom, shopaholics can rejoice. Akin to New York’s Fifth Avenue or Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills – with shops like Louis Vuitton and Chanel – the mall also has hip designer boutiques such as Tory Burch.5085 Westheimer Road, Houston(713) 966-3500 simon.com
The Grand 1894 Opera HouseLocated on historic Postoffice Street, the Opera House is one of many historical gems on Galveston Island. Widely renowned and magnificently restored, the theatre has won awards for its excellence and has featured a long list of legendary performers.2020 Postoffice Street, Galveston Island(409) 765-1894 thegrand.com
Houston Museum DistrictA collection of museums, galleries and cultural centers located within a 1.5 mile radius of Herman Park. Check out the Museum of Fine Arts, Holocaust Museum, Houston Center of Photography and the Lawndale Art Center. Also in the district is Houston’s first and only 4D theater.houmuse.com
Houston ZooWalk on the wild side with over 6,000 animal residents. The 55-acre zoo fosters an appreciation for the ecosystems of the natural world. Nearby, Hermann Park Pavilion invites visitors to tour the park on a miniature train, or enjoy a paddle boat on the duck pond.6200 Hermann Park Drive, Houston(713) 533-6500 houstonzoo.org
Kemah BoardwalkLocated between Houston and Galveston, this 35-acre attraction overlooks Galveston Bay with dining options, shopping, games and train rides. Also featured is the popular Boardwalk Bullet rollercoaster and the Inverter, an upside down thrill ride.215 Kipp Avenue, Kemah(877) 285-3624 kemahboardwalk.com
Lone Star Flight MuseumThe museum houses a large collection of restored aircraft, historical photos and documentation in an impressive aircraft hangar. Experience historic flights aboard the T-6 Texan, PT-17 Stearman and T-41 Mescalero.2002 Terminal Drive, Galveston(409) 740-7722 lsfm.org
Moody GardensWithin Galveston Island’s three glistening glass pyramids lies the MG 3-D Theater and the Special FX 4D Theater. Wildlife displays throughout the Rain-forest, Aquarium and Discovery Pyramids. Outdoor fun includes a paddle boat ride on the bay and a man-made beach.One Hope Boulevard, Galveston(800) 582-4673 moodygardens.com
San Jacinto BattlegroundHistorical ComplexThe battleground marks the spot where Texas won its independence from Mexico. The park houses the towering San Jacinto Monument and Museum, with a 489-foot elevator ride to the top for a panoramic view.One Monument Circle, La Porte(281) 479-2421 sanjacinto-museum.org
Schlitterbahn Galveston IslandWaterparkVoted the number one indoor waterpark in the world, Schlitterbahn is open year-round. The action-packed park features 32 aquatic adventures for summer and 12 attractions during the heated indoor season.2026 Lockheed Street, Galveston(409) 770-9283 schlitterbahn.com/Galveston
Sea Center TexasSea Center Texas is a marine aquarium, fish hatchery and nature center operated by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. The center offers a variety of educational programs that promote the wise use and conservation of Texas marine resources.302 Medical Drive, Lake Jackson(979) 292-0100 tpwd.texas.gov/seacenter
Space Center HoustonThe Official Visitor’s Center of NASA’s Johnson Space Center lets you look behind the scenes of NASA. Guests can experience IMAX films, look at mock spacecraft, enjoy hands-on activities and get a behind the scenes Level 9 tour.1601 NASA Parkway, Houston(281) 244-2100 spacecenter.org
Traders VillageOpen every Saturday and Sunday year-round, this 100-acre marketplace hosts an average of 800 merchants and 1 million bargain seekers each year. Vendors sell everything from jewelry and antiques to sports memorabilia and records.7979 North Eldridge Road, Houston(281) 890-5500 tradersvillage.com
Woodlands Market StreetFeaturing retail, restaurants, cinema, offices and a hotel in one of the nation’s top master-planned neigh-borhoods, The Woodlands is an award-winning town center with recent luxury additions such as Tiffany & Co. and Michael Kors. It is known as a premier shop-ping, dining and entertainment destination.9595 Six Pines Drive, The Woodlands(281) 419-4774 marketstreet-thewoodlands.com
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