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7 Days in Houston: Uncover the Hidden Gems

Jack Tran

Jack Tran

18 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling journey through Houston's vibrant culture, awe-inspiring museums, and captivating parks. Discover the city's rich history, marvel at stunning art collections, and immerse yourself in the beauty of its parks. Join us as we explore the hidden gems of Houston!

Trip to Houston

Day 1Urban Art and Serene Parks
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$125

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$ 38

Mecom Fountain
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Buffalo Soldiers National Museum
Research center dedicated to African-American soldiers with exhibits, workshops & reenactments.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$125
8 - 10 min

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Houston Legendary Graffiti Building
Grouping of industrial structures featuring rotating displays of colorful street art & murals.
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Smither Park
Urban green space with a quirky collection of large mosaic sculptures created by local artists.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 2Unveiling the Wonders of Science and Art
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$250

The Health Museum
Health-sciences-themed museum with interactive displays centered around the human body.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$125
8 - 11 min

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Burke Baker Planetarium
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$125
8 - 11 min

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Contemporary Arts Museum Houston
Long-standing museum with revolving exhibitions of modern art, as well as programs & talks.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 3Gardens, Nature, and Quirky Cars
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$375

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$ 13

McGovern Centennial Gardens
An 8-acre site featuring themed gardens, a sculpture promenade & a 30-foot mount with city views.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Houston Museum of Natural Science
Museum with dinosaur hall & other permanent exhibits, planetarium, IMAX theater & butterfly house.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$313
13 - 16 min

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Art Car Museum
Museum of elaborately decorated cars & contemporary art with a scrap-metal & chrome exterior.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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$63
Day 4Reflecting on History and Exploring Parks
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$150

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$ 25

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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$150
15 - 18 min

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Sam Houston Park
Historically focused park featuring guided tours of old structures dating back to the 1800s.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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American Statesmanship Park
Small, freeway-side park holding outsize busts of U.S. presidents & Texas statesmen.
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 5Nature's Retreat and Aquatic Adventures
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$250

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$ 13

Buffalo Bayou Park
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
5 - 6 min

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Downtown Aquarium
Sprawling spot for sea life, including touch pools, shark tank & displays of aquatic ecosystems.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$250
6 - 9 min

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Market Square Park
Historic public space with outdoor movies, walkways, a dog run & an open-air Greek restaurant.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 6Green Oasis and Artistic Treasures
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$0

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$ 13

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
15 - 18 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.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 7Fun-filled Learning at Children's Museum
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$150

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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$150

Budget breakdown: $1400 In total

Activities & Food:$1300
Transport:$100