Houston is home to Space Center Houston, the Astros, the Texans and a food scene that runs from Tex-Mex to Viet-Cajun. Galveston’s beaches and Pleasure Pier rides are about an hour south.
These are the top-rated things to do in and around Houston.
Our guides for the Houston area
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After Dark in Houston
Ghost tours, night cruises and nights out.
Food & Drink in Houston
Food tours, tastings and cooking classes.
Outdoors & On the Water in Houston
Boats, kayaks, wildlife and fresh air.
Museums, Shows & Culture in Houston
History, art, shows and local culture.
Sightseeing Tours in Houston
See the highlights with a guide.
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