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5 Days in Houston: A Journey of Art, History, and Adventure

Javier macedo

Javier macedo

10 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 5-day adventure in Houston, Texas, as you explore world-class museums, immerse yourself in vibrant art scenes, and discover the rich history of this dynamic city.

Trip to Houston

Day 1Unveiling the Past at Holocaust Museum Houston
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$30

Holocaust Museum Houston
This somber museum documents the Holocaust through exhibits of artifacts, photographs & film.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$30
8 - 12 min

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Contemporary Arts Museum Houston
Long-standing museum with revolving exhibitions of modern art, as well as programs & talks.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 2Artistic Wonders at The Menil Collection
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$30

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$ 3

The Menil Collection
Nearly 19,000 pieces of art & artifacts from the Paleolithic era to the present in a historic space.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Children's Museum Houston
Bustling family museum with a wealth of hands-on activities such as a Bubble Lab & a Tot Spot.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$30
Day 3Honoring Heroes at Buffalo Soldiers National Museum
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$88

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$ 3

Buffalo Soldiers National Museum
Research center dedicated to African-American soldiers with exhibits, workshops & reenactments.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$25
7 - 9 min

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Houston Museum of Natural Science
Museum with dinosaur hall & other permanent exhibits, planetarium, IMAX theater & butterfly house.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$63
Day 4Urban Oasis and Artistic Delights
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$13

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$ 5

Discovery Green
Park with live music, public art, restaurants, playground, pond for kayaking & exercise classes.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Market Square Park
Historic public space with outdoor movies, walkways, a dog run & an open-air Greek restaurant.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
13 - 20 min

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Sam Houston Park
Historically focused park featuring guided tours of old structures dating back to the 1800s.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Art Car Museum
Museum of elaborately decorated cars & contemporary art with a scrap-metal & chrome exterior.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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$13
Day 5Masterpieces and Nature's Serenity
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$38

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$ 3

The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
Distinct campus & sculpture garden with notable art from antiquity to today, plus films & programs.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$38
10 - 12 min

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Buffalo Bayou Park
Winding, 160-acre green space featuring views of the Houston skyline plus a fountain & a skate park.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $210 In total

Activities & Food:$198
Transport:$13