Here are some great things to do in Houston with kids:
- Children's Museum Houston – Hands-on activities like Bubble Lab, Tot Spot, and outdoor FlowWorks exhibit for interactive water play.
- Kids Empire – Indoor playgrounds located in Maplewood and Westchase, great for birthday parties and active play.
- Museum of Illusions Houston – Fun and educational illusions, suitable for kids.
- Discovery Green – A 12-acre downtown park with playgrounds, interactive water features, picnics, and sometimes live music or events.
- Houston Arboretum & Nature Center – Nature trails, educational programs, and interactive exhibits in a large urban green space.
- Hermann Park – Expansive park with playgrounds, a kiddie train, boating, picnic areas, Japanese Garden, and hiking trails.
- Downtown Aquarium – Aquatic exhibits including touch pools and a shark tank, plus rides like a Ferris wheel and train.
- Houston Zoo – Over 6,000 animals, children’s zoo area with petting zoo, and interactive exhibits.
- Kemah Boardwalk – Amusement rides, waterfront dining, a Ferris wheel, and a train.
- Space Center Houston – NASA visitor center with spacecraft displays and hands-on space exploration activities.
- Houston Museum of Natural Science – Dinosaur exhibits, planetarium, and butterfly center.
- Interactive Aquarium & Animal Preserve – Touch and feed stingrays, pet exotic animals, and more indoor family fun.
- Seasonal events like Zoo Lights at Houston Zoo, Holiday Lights at Dewberry Farm, and Houston Holiday Boat Parade.
These options offer a mix of outdoor adventures, educational museums, indoor play areas, and seasonal fun suitable for families with kids in Houston. Planning ahead for tickets is recommended for popular spots like the Children's Museum and Downtown Aquarium. Many parks and attractions provide playgrounds and picnic facilities for a full day of family enjoyment. If you want details on location, hours, or ticket info for any specific place, let me know! I can provide that too.
