Free & Cheap Things to Do in Houston, TX

  • The list below includes 183 free or cheap things to do in or near Houston, Texas, including 74 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Parks, History Museums and Specialty Museums.
  • From Hermann Park to Memorial Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Houston and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Humble, Sugar Land, Pasadena and Friendswood.
  • The list below includes 183 free or cheap things to do in or near Houston, Texas, including 74 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Parks, History Museums and Specialty Museums.
  • From Hermann Park to Memorial Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Houston and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Humble, Sugar Land, Pasadena and Friendswood.
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Explore the city via an adventure combining the fun of a scavenger hunt with the information of a self-guided tour
19.2 Miles
100% 7 votes
National & State Parks 6727 Cypresswood Drive, Spring, TX 77379 MoreLess Info
Collins Park is a park and entrance to a mountain bike trail. The park maintains a playground, picnic areas, and a skate park. For those interested in sports, the park also has a basketball court, soccer field, and softball field.
19.2 Miles
67% 6 votes
Mountain Biking At Collins Park, 6727 Cypresswood Drive, Spring, TX 77379 MoreLess Info
Five miles of stacked bike loops, Cypresswood Trails provides riders a serene ride through scenic forests and along the winding river. With clear signs and trail indicators, bikers will easily find their way.
19.2 Miles
100% 2 votes
Tennis 110 Clearview Avenue, Friendswood, TX 77546 MoreLess Info
At Bouis Tennis Academy, a tennis coach provides personalized instruction to both adults and children at any level of skill. The coach teaches the basics of tennis as well as providing tips for improving skills.
19.3 Miles
96% 138 votes
Botanical Gardens 22306 Aldine Westfield Rd, Humble, TX 77338 MoreLess Info
Visitors enjoy the plentiful plants and attractive landscapes at Mercer Arboretum & Botanic Gardens. The program hosts regular events including plant sales and auctions for visitors who want to bring some color to their own homes.
19.4 Miles
The Houston Museum of Natural Science focuses on scientific discovery for visitors of all ages. Guests can enjoy the dig pit, salt water aquarium, the science of space, and a digital dome theatre.
19.4 Miles
73% 22 votes
National & State Parks 7700 Cypresswood Drive, Spring, TX 77383 MoreLess Info
An open area on 180 acres, Meyer Park features facilities for softball, basketball and soccer as well as a duck pond and a fishing pond. The park has nature trails, picnic tables, playgrounds, exercise stations and sheltered areas for events.
19.5 Miles
67% 6 votes
Playgrounds 5366 Fm 1960 E, Humble, TX 77346 MoreLess Info
Suitable for younger children, Jumpalooza is a children's playground that features inflatable structures including a castle, a train and a ship. The center offers a private party room, food and drink options, tables and a toddler area.
19.6 Miles
51% 131 votes
Movie Theaters 3301 Town Ctr Blvd S, Sugar Land, TX 77479 MoreLess Info
A 24-screen movie theater, AMC First Colony 24 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater provides a bar with adult beverages, an IMAX auditorium, stadium seating, a party room and a concession area.
19.7 Miles
100% 3 votes
Parks 1100 S Friendswood Drive, Friendswood, TX 77546 MoreLess Info
A multi-functional facility, Stevenson Park features basketball, tennis and sand volleyball courts, a jogging trail, a lighted gazebo and a community pool. The park is also a site for regular park concerts.
19.8 Miles
- 1 votes
Parks 16702 Oxnard Ln, Friendswood, TX 77546 MoreLess Info
Offering plenty of shade and outdoor space, Oxnard Park features a picnic area, nature trail and playground. The park's nature trail takes visitors on a walk or jog along Clear Creek.
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