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6 Days in Houston: A Journey Through Art, History, and Nature

Pily Gómez

Pily Gómez

30 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 6-day adventure in Houston, exploring captivating museums, serene parks, and a vibrant art scene. Immerse yourself in the rich history of the city, marvel at stunning art collections, and embrace the beauty of nature. Get ready for an unforgettable experience in the heart of Texas!

Trip to Houston

Day 1Unveiling Artistic Wonders - The Menil Collection & Art Car Museum
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$25

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$ 15

Homewood Suites by Hilton Houston Near the Galleria

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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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
13 - 16 min

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Art Car Museum
Museum of elaborately decorated cars & contemporary art with a scrap-metal & chrome exterior.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$25
Day 2A Glimpse into History - Holocaust Museum Houston & Contemporary Arts Museum Houston
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$60

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$ 10

Homewood Suites by Hilton Houston Near the Galleria

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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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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$60
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 3Honoring the Past - Buffalo Soldiers National Museum & Sam Houston Park
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$50

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$ 15

Homewood Suites by Hilton Houston Near the Galleria

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

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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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$50
10 - 12 min

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Sam Houston Park
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
Day 4Embracing Nature's Beauty - Discovery Green, Market Square Park & Buffalo Bayou Park
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$0

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$ 20

Homewood Suites by Hilton Houston Near the Galleria

Depart from your stay 🏨

31 - 38 min

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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
8 - 10 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
9 - 11 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.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 5A Journey through Art - The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
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$75

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$ 10

Homewood Suites by Hilton Houston Near the Galleria

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

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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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$75
Day 6Fun for All Ages - Children's Museum Houston & Houston Museum of Natural Science
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$185

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$ 10

Homewood Suites by Hilton Houston Near the Galleria

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 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.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$60
6 - 9 min

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Houston Museum of Natural Science
Museum with dinosaur hall & other permanent exhibits, planetarium, IMAX theater & butterfly house.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$125

Budget breakdown: $475 In total

Activities & Food:$395
Transport:$80