Things to do in Houston with Kids

With Kids

Houston offers an many kid-friendly activities that will keep children entertained and engaged. Here’s a guide to some of the the top things to do with kids in Houston:

 

Animal Encounters

  1. Houston Zoo

    • Location: 6200 Hermann Park Dr, Houston, TX 77030

    • Website: houstonzoo.org

    • Amenities: Over 6,000 animals, petting zoo, educational programs, gardens, seasonal events

  2. Houston Downtown Aquarium

    • Location: 410 Bagby St, Houston, TX 77002

    • Website: downtownaquarium.com

    • Amenities: Shark tunnel train ride, Ferris wheel, stingray touch pool, aquarium exhibits, restaurant

  3. Cockrell Butterfly Center

    • Location: Part of Houston Museum of Natural Science (5555 Hermann Park Dr)

    • Website: hmns.org

    • Amenities: Tropical butterfly habitat, insect exhibits, planetarium

Outdoor Adventures

  1. Hermann Park

    • Location: 6000 Hermann Park Dr, Houston, TX 77030

    • Website: hermannpark.org

    • Amenities: Japanese Garden, pedal boats, playgrounds, picnic areas, Hermann Park Railroad

  2. Discovery Green

    • Location: 1500 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77010

    • Website: discoverygreen.com

    • Amenities: Splash pad, playgrounds, seasonal events, outdoor movies, yoga classes

  3. Kemah Boardwalk

    • Location: 215 Kipp Ave, Kemah, TX 77565

    • Website: kemahboardwalk.com

    • Amenities: Amusement rides, Ferris wheel, waterfront dining, aquarium

  4. Buffalo Bayou Park

    • Location: 1800 Allen Pkwy, Houston, TX 77019

    • Website: buffalobayou.org

    • Amenities: Hiking/biking trails, kayak rentals, nature-inspired playground, skyline views

Museums & Learning

  1. Children’s Museum Houston

    • Location: 1500 Binz St, Houston, TX 77004

    • Website: cmhouston.org

    • Amenities: Interactive STEM exhibits, Kidtropolis city-building, FlowWorks water play, café

  2. Houston Museum of Natural Science

    • Location: 5555 Hermann Park Dr, Houston, TX 77030

    • Website: hmns.org

    • Amenities: Dinosaur exhibits, planetarium, butterfly center, gem hall

  3. Space Center Houston

    • Location: 1601 NASA Pkwy, Houston, TX 77058

    • Website: spacecenter.org

    • Amenities: NASA artifacts, moon rock exhibit, tram tours, interactive space exploration

Indoor Fun

  1. Houston Interactive Aquarium & Animal Preserve

    • Location: 5441 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77056

    • Website: houstoninteractiveaquarium.com

    • Amenities: Stingray feeding, capybara petting, shark snorkeling, bounce house, arcade

  2. The Galleria

    • Location: 5085 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77056

    • Website: thegalleria.com

    • Amenities: Ice skating rink, indoor play areas, shopping, dining

Seasonal & Events

  1. Kemah Amusement Park

    • Location: 215 Kipp Ave, Kemah, TX 77565

    • Website: kemahboardwalk.com

    • Amenities: Thrill rides, family-friendly attractions, waterfront dining

  2. Houston Zoo Lights

    • Location: 6200 Hermann Park Dr, Houston, TX 77030

    • Website: houstonzoo.org

    • Amenities: Holiday light displays, animal encounters, seasonal activities

Arts & Culture

  1. The Mad Potter

    • Location: Multiple locations (e.g., 1743 Westheimer Rd)

    • Website: themadpotter.com

    • Amenities: Paint-your-own pottery studio, family workshops

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Art & Craft Workshops

  1. Pinot’s Palette

    • Location: 2406 Taft St, Houston, TX 77006

    • Website: pinotspalette.com

    • Amenities: Paint-and-sip classes with guided instruction, wheelchair-accessible parking

  2. Clay Creations Pottery Studio

    • Amenities: Family-friendly pottery classes, hands-on workshops for all skill levels

  3. Love & Make

    • Amenities: Craft workshops (e.g., candle-making, bath bombs) with materials provided

  4. ClassBento Workshops

    • Examples:

      • French Macaron Making: $65–$89 per person

      • Terrarium Making: $105–$125 per person

      • Hand-Rolled Sushi Class: $40 per person

    • Website: classbento.com.

Culinary Classes

  1. Cooking the Texas Way

    • Amenities: Hands-on culinary workshops led by professional chefs

  2. Hand-Rolled Sushi Class

    • Amenities: Learn sushi preparation techniques in a group setting

  3. Mexican Baking Class: Gourmet Conchas

    • Amenities: Traditional Mexican pastry workshops

Science & Education

  1. Mad Science

    • Amenities: Interactive science programs for kids, including birthday parties and camps

  2. Children’s Museum Houston

    • Amenities: STEM-focused workshops and hands-on exhibits

Unique Experiences

  1. Escape Rooms (Sugar Land)

    • Amenities: Puzzle-solving challenges for families

  2. Houston Funplex

    • Amenities: Over 200 games and activities, including arcade games and party packages

  3. DIY Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop

    • Amenities: Craft workshops with materials provided

Platforms for Booking Classes

This list highlights hands-on learning and creative exploration, catering to both kids and adults. For family-friendly options, prioritize Mad Science or the Children’s Museum, while adults might enjoy culinary or art workshops

If you know of any other Things To Do With Kids in Houston please email houstonlocalmommynetwork@gmail.com and put “Things to Do” in the subject line of the email.