Things to do in Houston

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Enjoy family-friendly rides and see 300+ species including sharks, tigers, stingrays, and more!

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Visit the astronaut gallery and touch a moon rock

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Watch balloon exhibits and learn ballooning history

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The Houston Aquarium & Animal Adventure is an indoor/outdoor animal adventure like you have never experienced! Immerse yourself in nature and interact with hundreds of different animals. Feed and pet stingrays and sharks, spend time meeting the sloths and lemurs, or explore outdoor aviaries on a selfie hunt with feathered friends. A world of fun awaits at the Houston Aquarium & Animal Adventure! Above all, the aquarium promotes education through an engaging experience in a safe and comfortable environment.

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Squeeze in some educational fun on your next trip to Texas

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Explore global art collections and relax in the urban sculpture garden

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Located just 30 minutes outside of downtown Houston, you'll find the sprawling Kemah Boardwalk. With rollercoasters, attractions, arcades, retail stores, and waterfront restaurants, it's the perfect escape for anybody who wants some fun!

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Explore Houston like a local with a City Card!

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Featuring waterfront fun and entertainment like no other Gulf Coast destination, the Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier features family-oriented attractions including rides, midway games, a wide selection of food venues and retail shops. Pleasure Pier is one of the few spots in the world that has this many rides over the water. You’ll be flying over guests on the Pier, soaring over the Gulf of Mexico and anticipating your next ride. It is located in Galveston, Texas, United States.

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See a progressive approach to art in Texas