Things to Do with Kids in Houston, TX

  • TripBuzz found 200 things to do with kids in or near Houston, Texas, including 172 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Pasadena, Humble, Sugar Land and Friendswood.
  • From Children's Museum of Houston to Minute Maid Park, the Houston area offers 80 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, Theaters, Sports Stadiums (Professional) and Parks.
  • With a population of over two million, Houston ranks as the fourth most populous city in the United States. It's industry landscape is comprised of business corporations, residential and tourism. NASA's Johnson Space Center and Mission Control Center is one of the most famous places in the area, while the cities Museum District draws over seven million visitors annually.
  • TripBuzz found 200 things to do with kids in or near Houston, Texas, including 172 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Pasadena, Humble, Sugar Land and Friendswood.
  • From Children's Museum of Houston to Minute Maid Park, the Houston area offers 80 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, Theaters, Sports Stadiums (Professional) and Parks.
  • With a population of over two million, Houston ranks as the fourth most populous city in the United States. It's industry landscape is comprised of business corporations, residential and tourism. NASA's Johnson Space Center and Mission Control Center is one of the most famous places in the area, while the cities Museum District draws over seven million visitors annually.
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Build your own burger with your choice of patty and creative toppings, or trust in house burgers such as the Farm Fresh and the Philly
45.9 Miles
88% 350 votes
Aviation Museums 2002 Terminal Drive, Galveston, TX 77554 MoreLess Info
Lone Star Flight Museum has rides on World War II aircraft including B-17 Flying Fortress, B-26 Mitchell,RT-17 Stearman, T-6 Texas, and T-41 Muscalero. The company also has air shows, and exhibits.
45.9 Miles
78% 745 votes
Water Parks 2026 Lockheed Street, Galveston, TX 77554 MoreLess Info
Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark offers several water slides that users can enjoy during the summer, and when the weather turns cold, guests can play in the indoor heated waterpark. The facility also includes a zipline.
46.1 Miles
79% 365 votes
National & State Parks Seawolf Parkway and 51st St, Galveston, TX 77550 MoreLess Info
Located on Pelican Island, Seawolf Park offers a playground, picnic areas, and a fishing pier. Self-guided tours are available on the 2 historic sea vessels the USS Cavalla, a WWII submarine and the USS Stewart, a destroyer escort.
46.5 Miles
90% 567 votes
Specialty Museums Harborside Drive & 20th St, Galveston, TX 77550 MoreLess Info
Visitors to the Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig Museum and Education Center climb onto a retired jackup drilling rig. Once onboard, visitors can see exhibits explain the offshore oil and gas industry.
46.5 Miles
67% 178 votes
Haunted Tours 25th and Strand Street, Galveston, TX 77550 MoreLess Info
Presenting Galveston's history with a paranormal twist, Ghost Tours of Galveston offers a walking tour starting at the Railroad Museum and ending at the Tremont hotel. Guests learn about the sightings and stories of spirits at the locations they visit.
46.6 Miles
78% 1705 votes
Landmarks Galveston, TX MoreLess Info
The Sea Wall was originally built in 1903, and has been extended many times to its current 10 mile length. The wall is 17 feet high and 16 feet thick at its base, and is painted with sea murals by children.
46.6 Miles
92% 311 votes
Dolphin Tours 2101 Harborside Drive, Galveston, TX 77550 MoreLess Info
Established in 2005, BayWatch Dolphin Tours is a unique tour experience that offers guests the opportunity to get up close and observe dolphins in their natural habitat. Tours are led by experienced guides who are very knowledgeable about dolphins.
46.6 Miles
67% 107 votes
Movie Theaters 2100 Harborside Drive, Galveston, TX 77550 MoreLess Info
There are three presentations shown at Pier 21 Theater. All of the films reflect some history of Galveston and include The Great Storm that covers the 1900 hurricane, The Pirate Island of Jean Laffite about the infamous pirate, and Galveston: Gateway to the Gulf about the city's role in immigration.
46.6 Miles
73% 82 votes
Specialty Museums Pier 21, Number 8, Galveston, TX 77550 MoreLess Info
With Texas Seaport Museum, visitors can walk on the deck and explore the interior of a three-masted, 1877 tall ship. The museum also has exhibits with displays filled with artifacts and remnants from maritime history.
46.7 Miles
76% 21 votes
Specialty Museums 20th St & Harborside Dr, Ste 1, 19th Street, Galveston, TX 77550 MoreLess Info
Ocean Star Museum features three floors of models and interactive displays relating the science of offshore oil and gas including seismic technology, exploration and production. Exhibits include scale models of production platforms, drill bits and remotely-operated vehicles.
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