• Question: What types of attractions does Houston offer?
  • Answer: Whether you like museums, parks, or free attractions, Houston offers many great things to see and do.
  • Question: What activities can couples enjoy in Houston?
  • Answer: From culinary tours and cooking classes to championship golf and kayaking, couples can plan a fun weekend getaway in the city.

Things to Do:

1. Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (MFAH)

Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (MFAH)
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2. The Cockrell Butterfly Center

The Cockrell Butterfly Center
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3. The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts

The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts
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4. Taste of Houston Food Tours

Taste of Houston Food Tours
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5. Space Center Houston

Space Center Houston
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6. Well Done Cooking Classes

Well Done Cooking Classes
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7. Wildcat Golf Club

Wildcat Golf Club
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8. Houston Arboretum & Nature Center

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
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9. Siphon Coffee

Siphon Coffee
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10. Lawndale Art Center

Lawndale Art Center
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11. Etoile Cuisine et Bar

Etoile Cuisine et Bar
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12. Christie's Seafood and Steaks

Christie's Seafood and Steaks
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13. James Turrell's Twilight Epiphany Skyspace

James Turrell's Twilight Epiphany Skyspace
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14. Latin Bites Cafe, Houston, Texas

Latin Bites Cafe, Houston, Texas
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15. Houston Center for Contemporary Craft (HCCC)

Houston Center for Contemporary Craft (HCCC)
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16. Minute Maid Park

Minute Maid Park
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17. Pondicheri Cafe

Pondicheri Cafe
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18. Arnaldo Richards' Picos

Arnaldo Richards' Picos
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19. Paulie’s Restaurant

Paulie’s Restaurant
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20. JP Morgan Chase Tower Observation Deck

JP Morgan Chase Tower Observation Deck
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21. Houston Symphony

Houston Symphony
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22. iFly Indoor Skydiving

iFly Indoor Skydiving
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23. Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens

Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
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Best Time to Visit Places to Stay Tips for Visiting
Spring (March-May) – Pleasant temperatures and blooming wildflowers, great for outdoor activities. The Post Oak Hotel – A luxurious 5-star hotel in the Uptown area. Visit the Houston Rodeo – Experience live music, rodeo events, and delicious Texas barbecue.
Summer (June-August) – Hot and humid, perfect for indoor attractions and water parks. Marriott Marquis Houston – Features a unique Texas-shaped lazy river. Explore Space Center Houston – Learn about NASA’s history and see real spacecraft.
Fall (September-November) – Cooler temperatures and festival season. The Lancaster Hotel – A historic boutique hotel in downtown Houston. Walk through Buffalo Bayou Park – Enjoy scenic trails, kayaking, and skyline views.
Winter (December-February) – Mild temperatures, great for holiday lights and events. Hotel ZaZa Houston – A stylish and unique hotel in the Museum District. Visit the Houston Museum District – Explore world-class museums and cultural attractions.

Houston Events and Festivals:
- Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo - March 4-23, 2025
- Art Car Parade - April 12, 2025
- Bayou City Art Festival - March & October
- Houston Restaurant Weeks - August-September

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