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Downtown Aquarium photo by Jaime Hudson for Travel Texas
Tips for Visiting Houston's Downtown Aquarium With Kids
Don't go in unprepared at one of Downtown Houston's most popular destinations for kids.
Photo courtesy of the Children's Museum of Houston
Exploring The Children's Museum Houston
One trip won't be enough for your children to soak in all the museum has to offer.
18 Things to Do With Out-of-Town Guests in Houston
It isn't easy being the hostess with the mostest. Your guests will love these Houston attractions.
Photo courtesy of the Pearl Fincher Museum of Art
8 Must-See Houston Museums You've (Probably) Never Heard Of
These lesser-known Houston museums cover topics from arcade nostalgia to the evolution of cowboys.
John P. McGovern's state-of-the art playground is perfect for both younger and older children. Photo courtesy of Discovery Green.
20 Things To Do in Downtown Houston With Kids
From unique and delicious restaurants to iconic Houston landmarks, there are lots of things to do...
Exploring the Houston Arboretum and Nature Center
Kids will love escaping into the woods on the winding paths and trails.
Kids love the Museum of Fine Arts Houston. MFAH photo by Alexander Hatley, via Flickr 2.0
Museum of Fine Arts Houston with Kids: Things To Do At MFAH
MFAH proves that fine art isn't just for grownups.
The Rienzi is a mansion-turned-museum in River Oaks. Photo by Jenny Antill.
A Houston Insider's Guide to Exploring River Oaks With Kids
Play, dine, and explore in one of Houston's oldest neighborhoods.
Main Street is a mini
Best Indoor Play Spaces for Babies & Toddlers Around Houston
Fun Houston indoor play spaces perfect for babies and toddlers.
6 Places to Ride a Boat In and Near Houston
These boat rides around Houston range from free tours to animal encounters.
10 Dual-Language and Immersion Preschools in Houston
Give your little ones the gift of a second language at these immersion preschools.
Distroller Store in Houston Galleria
Experience Out-of-This-World Fun at Distroller World Houston
Step into the unusual and colorful world of Distroller in Houston's Galleria and see what your...
Photo by author Rebecca Matheson Ortiz for Mommy Poppins.
Tips and Secrets to the Houston Zoo with Kids
Top tips for visiting the local zoo, from where to eat to which route to take.
The New & (Much) Improved Levy Park Will Blow You Away
Families will love the one-of-a-kind amenities at this massive urban park.
Families enjoying a night out. Photo courtesy of Paradigm Brewing in Tomball
25 Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Houston: Where Kids Can Play While Parents Eat
These awesome Houston restaurants have great play spaces for wiggly kids!
The Houston Rodeo is a landmark festival for Texas families
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Festival and Houston Rodeo Guide for Families
Get the scoop on Houston's best festivals for kids, from Rodeo Houston and beyond.
A 3-D look at Houston as Energy City/Photo courtesy of Houston Museum of Natural Science
Discover the Houston Museum of Natural Science's Latest Makeover
Trek through the different aspects of the oil and gas industry in the new Wiess Energy Hall at HMNS.
Best Candy Shops To Visit Around Houston
Treat your sweet tooth at these fun candy shops around Houston.
Kids can climb at Momentum Indoor Climbing
Momentum Indoor Climbing: Adventure & Fun For Climbers of All Sizes
Challenging and kid-friendly courses at Momentum Rock Climbing...
For the Fire Truck Fanatics: Houston Fire Museum and Fire Station Tours
Explore miniature fire stations and trucks - and see their real-life counterparts - at this great...
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