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5 Days in Houston: Uncover Art, History, and Adventure

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7 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling journey through Houston's vibrant cultural scene, fascinating museums, and picturesque parks. Immerse yourself in the city's rich history, marvel at world-class art collections, and indulge in exciting outdoor activities. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the heart of Texas!

Trip to Houston

Day 1Art and History Extravaganza
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$15

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$ 2

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
8 - 10 min

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Holocaust Museum Houston
This somber museum documents the Holocaust through exhibits of artifacts, photographs & film.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$15
Day 2Discovering Heroes and Imagination
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$28

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$ 2

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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$13
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.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$15
Day 3Unleashing Creativity and Exploring Nature
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$7

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$ 4

Art Car Museum
Museum of elaborately decorated cars & contemporary art with a scrap-metal & chrome exterior.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$6
5 - 6 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.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Sam Houston Park
Historically focused park featuring guided tours of old structures dating back to the 1800s.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Discovery Green
Park with live music, public art, restaurants, playground, pond for kayaking & exercise classes.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
Day 4Underwater Wonders and Contemporary Art
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$25

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$ 2

Downtown Aquarium
Sprawling spot for sea life, including touch pools, shark tank & displays of aquatic ecosystems.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$25
13 - 16 min

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Contemporary Arts Museum Houston
Long-standing museum with revolving exhibitions of modern art, as well as programs & talks.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 5Masterpieces of Art and Natural Wonders
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$50

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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$19
6 - 9 min

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Houston Museum of Natural Science
Museum with dinosaur hall & other permanent exhibits, planetarium, IMAX theater & butterfly house.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$31

Budget breakdown: $132 In total

Activities & Food:$124
Transport:$8