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Houston Museum of Natural Science

Tourist attraction

4.8(28178 reviews)
Closed Closed ⋅ Opens 9 AM Wed
Houston Museum of Natural Science

About

Renowned dinosaur hall & butterfly house. Museum with dinosaur hall & other permanent exhibits, planetarium, IMAX theater & butterfly house.

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What to bring

Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:

  • Comfortable shoes for walking

Best times to visit

To avoid crowds at Houston Museum of Natural Science:

  • Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
  • Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
  • Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance

Age appropriateness

This location is generally recommended for:

Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)

Details

  • Address
    5555 Hermann Park Dr, Houston, TX 77030
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    Phone
    (713) 639-4629
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    Hours
    Monday:9 AM–5:30 PM
    Tuesday:9 AM–5:30 PM
    Wednesday:9 AM–5:30 PM
    Thursday:9 AM–5:30 PM
    Friday:9 AM–5:30 PM
    Saturday:9 AM–5:30 PM
    Sunday:9 AM–5:30 PM

Features

Service options

  • Onsite services: Onsite services available

Highlights

  • Live performances: Has live performances

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance: Has wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom: Has wheelchair accessible restroom

Offerings

  • Gift shop: Has gift shop

Amenities

  • Cafe: Has cafe
  • Offers tours: Offers tours
  • Restaurant: Has restaurant
  • Restroom: Has restroom
  • Wi-Fi: Has Wi-Fi

Children

  • Good for kids: Good for kids

Parking

  • Paid parking garage: Paid parking garage

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