What to do in Houston, TX

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Houston Tourist Attractions & Activities

You’re about to set course in a different direction. Perpetually prepared for a brand new adventure and imaginative ways to get your kicks, you’re prepared to explore an exciting destination like the savvy traveller you are. Up next: Houston! It’s not challenging to fill an itinerary, because Expedia Australia makes it easy to book tons of things to do. Reserve your activities now, and the only thing you'll have left to do is pack your suitcase and start daydreaming.

  • Book your favourite tours and excursions on Expedia Australia for a great price, and you'll still have enough cash for a dream hotel or luxurious meal while you’re in town. The activities in Houston are not only among the best, but they won’t break the bank. We have 125 things to do here, and you can get them starting at just AU$12.
  • Houston is popular among sightseers like yourself. In fact, many travellers have been visiting to learn about local culture and find the top activities, and a good amount of these travellers can't wait to return. The most popular activities can catch the curiosity of even well-versed explorers, and that includes savvy visitors like you. Our list includes a wide variety of entertainment and opportunities for excitement. From the region's most fun-filled spots to spend a fascinating day like the NASA Visit with Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour to one-of-a kind ways to check out the best this area has to offer like a Tanger Outlets Visit with Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour, there are tons of opportunities to choose from when you browse through all the choices available here at Expedia Australia.

Our activities are the ideal way to organise your getaway. It takes an expert itinerary to best get the feel for Houston, especially when you long to pack in lots of exciting activities. And it's evident that you don't plan to sleep all day—you're excited to get out and play. You're anxious to sign up for the best activities around, and an afternoon walking through charming neighbourhoods is always time well spent. Book professional regional tours on Expedia Australia, and you'll learn all about the city's history along the way.


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Discovery Green showing city views, modern architecture and a high-rise building

Downtown Houston

4/5(38 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Toyota Center to Minute Maid Park – discover Downtown Houston, a destination also famous for its sports teams.

Downtown Houston
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The Galleria

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

Travellers to The Galleria praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by The Galleria and Williams Tower.

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Texas Medical Center

Restaurants, museums and shopping highlight some notable features of Texas Medical Center. Make a stop by Houston Zoo or Hermann Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at TMC Transit Center or Dryden/TMC Station to get around town.

Texas Medical Center
Hermann Park which includes a park and landscape views

South Central Houston

5/5(1 area review)

If you're spending time in South Central Houston, check out sights like Houston Zoo or Children's Museum of Houston and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Elgin/Third Ward Station or TSU/UH Athletics District Station.

South Central Houston
Hermann Park which includes a park and landscape views

Southeast Houston

3/5(3 area reviews)

While you're in Southeast Houston, take in top sights like Houston Zoo or Hermann Park, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Palm Center Transit Center or MacGregor Park/Martin Luther King Jr. Station.

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Northside

While you're in Northside, take in top sights like The Heights Theater or Greenspoint Mall, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Northline Transit Center/HCC Station or Melbourne/North Lindale Station.

Northside

Day trip destinations from Houston