Experience NASA’s achievements in space exploration at Space Center Houston. Start by taking Tram Tour to see NASA’s Johnson Space Center up close. Visit Mission Control and get a chance to see the International Space Station being built. You can also see the Independence Plaza exhibit, featuring the historic shuttle carrier aircraft and the replica Space Shuttle, and much more!
The Museum of Fine Arts has a collection of more than 70,000 works of art from around the world, including paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts. Spend the morning exploring the exhibits. In the afternoon, head to Buffalo Bayou Park for an outdoor adventure. You can kayak, canoe, bike or hike to explore various outdoor art installations.
The Houston Museum of Natural Science has a vast collection of dinosaur fossils, mineral specimens, gems and other exhibits. In the afternoon, visit the Houston Zoo, which has over 6,000 animals. Popular exhibits include African Forest, Kipp Aquarium, and McNair Asian Elephant Habitat.
If you have more time, explore some other popular attractions such as The Houston Museum District, Gerald D Hines Waterfall Park, and The Menil Collection. If you have less time, consider skipping Buffalo Bayou Park, or visiting the zoo or museum only. Make sure you check the hours of operation in advance and consider booking tickets in advance to save time. Parking can be limited in some areas, consider taking an uber or lyft for transportation.