Start your trip with a visit to Space Center Houston, the official visitor centre of NASA’s Johnson Space Center. This interactive attraction brings space travel to life, with incredible exhibits, real spacecraft and even the chance to see the Apollo Mission Control Centre.
Another must-visit is Houston Zoo, home to more than 6,000 animals. Located in Hermann Park, it’s a scenic and engaging day out. Families can enjoy feeding giraffes, watching animal talks and cooling off in the splash zones designed for younger children.
Culture-loving families will want to explore Houston’s Museum District, home to 19 museums within walking distance of one another. A highlight includes the Children’s Museum Houston, where kids can run a miniature city, conduct science experiments and play with water features.
If you’re visiting during the warmer months, make the most of Houston’s legendary waterparks. The city is home to several top-rated spots including Great Wolf Lodge (with its indoor slides and wave pool), Typhoon Texas and Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Splashtown.
Miller Outdoor Theatre hosts free evening performances from March to October, including music, plays and family entertainment. For those wanting to stretch their legs, Buffalo Bayou Park has beautiful walking and cycling paths, as well as kayak hire with views of the city skyline.
Downtown Houston is a great place to stay for families, with easy access to Discovery Green, the Downtown Aquarium and key museums. The Marriott Marquis Houston, just steps from the action, is home to a rooftop pool with a Texas-shaped lazy river - always a hit with kids. Spacious rooms and multiple dining options make it a convenient and fun base.
With its sunshine, welcoming atmosphere and world-class attractions, Houston is a city made for memory-making. Whether your family is into dinosaurs, dancing fountains or daring water slides, Houston guarantees a holiday to remember – and plenty of reasons to return.
