10 Days in Houston: A Journey of Art, History, and Culinary Delights!

Kay Kay

19 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling 10-day adventure in Houston, where art, history, and mouthwatering cuisine await at every turn. Discover vibrant graffiti, explore world-class museums, savor delectable sushi, and indulge in Texas-style barbecue. Get ready for an unforgettable experience in the heart of Texas!

Trip to Houston

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Day 1Unleashing Creativity: Smither Park, Legendary Graffiti, and Art Cars

$562

$ 20

Urban green space with a quirky collection of large mosaic sculptures created by local artists.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Grouping of industrial structures featuring rotating displays of colorful street art & murals.

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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Museum of elaborately decorated cars & contemporary art with a scrap-metal & chrome exterior.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$50

5 - 8 min

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Jersey Mike's Subs makes a Sub Above - fresh sliced, authentic Northeast-American style sub sandwiches on fresh baked bread. Subs are prepared Mike's Way with onions, lettuce, tomatoes, oil, vinegar and spices. More than 1,500 locations open and under development throughout the United States.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$288

8 - 11 min

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Serving Houston's best pizza since 1976! This is our second location.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$224

Day 2Immersing in Art and Astronomy: Contemporary Arts and Planetarium Wonders

$636

$ 10

Long-standing museum with revolving exhibitions of modern art, as well as programs & talks.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$100

9 - 14 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$280

6 - 8 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$256

Day 3Masterpieces and Mouthwatering Delights: Fine Arts and Poke Pleasures

$638

$ 10

Distinct campus & sculpture garden with notable art from antiquity to today, plus films & programs.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$150

4 - 5 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$256

8 - 11 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$232

Day 4Fountains, Art, and Gastronomic Bliss: Mecom Fountain and Menil Collection

$448

$ 20

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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Nearly 19,000 pieces of art & artifacts from the Paleolithic era to the present in a historic space.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$232

5 - 6 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$216

Day 5A Journey of Remembrance and Natural Beauty: Holocaust Museum and Centennial Gardens

$616

$ 20

This somber museum documents the Holocaust through exhibits of artifacts, photographs & film.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$120

8 - 12 min

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An 8-acre site featuring themed gardens, a sculpture promenade & a 30-foot mount with city views.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$232

4 - 5 min

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Inspired by a passion to provide the people of Houston with good food served in a soulful atmosphere, Marcus Davis established the breakfast klub in 2001.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$264

Day 6Honoring History and Savoring Thai Cuisine: Buffalo Soldiers Museum and Mango Tree

$596

$ 10

Research center dedicated to African-American soldiers with exhibits, workshops & reenactments.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$100

10 - 12 min

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Historically focused park featuring guided tours of old structures dating back to the 1800s.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$208

4 - 6 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$288

Day 7Family Fun and Gourmet Burgers: Children's Museum and Stanton's City Bites

$640

$ 20

Bustling family museum with a wealth of hands-on activities such as a Bubble Lab & a Tot Spot.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$120

13 - 16 min

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Small, freeway-side park holding outsize busts of U.S. presidents & Texas statesmen.

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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Started in 1961, this modest and local grocery store turned restaurant now serves one of the best burgers in Houston!

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$232

5 - 6 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$288

Day 8Health, Aquatic Wonders, and Fine Steaks: The Health Museum and Downtown Aquarium

$836

$ 10

Health-sciences-themed museum with interactive displays centered around the human body.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$100

13 - 16 min

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Sprawling spot for sea life, including touch pools, shark tank & displays of aquatic ecosystems.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$200

8 - 11 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$288

9 - 14 min

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Vic & Anthony's Steakhouse features an elegant, yet intimate atmosphere, created with an undeniable attention to detail. Our award-winning menu features only the finest prime beef, fresh seafood, delectable desserts, as well as an extensive wine collection.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$248

Day 9Exploring Parks and Savoring Barbecue: Buffalo Bayou Park and Market Square

$496

$ 10

Winding, 160-acre green space featuring views of the Houston skyline plus a fountain & a skate park.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Historic public space with outdoor movies, walkways, a dog run & an open-air Greek restaurant.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$248

7 - 10 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$248

Day 10Green Oasis, Science Marvels, and Soulful Breakfast: Discovery Green and Museum of Natural Science

$794

$ 30

Park with live music, public art, restaurants, playground, pond for kayaking & exercise classes.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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Museum with dinosaur hall & other permanent exhibits, planetarium, IMAX theater & butterfly house.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$250

7 - 9 min

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Inspired by a passion to provide the people of Houston with good food served in a soulful atmosphere, Marcus Davis established the breakfast klub in 2001.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$264

8 - 10 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$280

Budget breakdown: $6422 In total

Activities & Food:$6262

Transport:$160