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At a glance

Climate

Temperate

Languages

English and Spanish

Local currency

USD (USD)

Local time

11:13 (GMT-5)

Ideal trip length

3–7 days

Cost level

3 of 5 · our research

Suggested area to stay

Museum District

Tap water

Generally described as safe to drink

Tipping

15-20% expected

What this place is for

History

95 · Outstanding

Culture

90 · Outstanding

Food

90 · Outstanding

Family 85 · Very good

Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.

Food to try

Texas BBQ Tex-Mex Viet-Cajun Crawfish Kolaches

When to visit Houston

How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.

Best months: March Busiest: Mar-May, Sep-Nov

Jan

65

Cool, sometimes wet
Feb

70

Mild, pleasant
Mar

85

Warm, pleasant
Apr

80

Warm, beautiful
May

70

Hot, humid
Jun

55

Very hot, humid
Jul

50

Extremely hot, humid
Aug

50

Extremely hot, humid
Sept

60

Hot, humid
Oct

80

Pleasant, mild
Nov

75

Cool, crisp
Dec

65

Cool, mild

65

Jan Cool, sometimes wet

70

Feb Mild, pleasant

85

Mar Warm, pleasant

80

Apr Warm, beautiful

70

May Hot, humid

55

Jun Very hot, humid

50

Jul Extremely hot, humid

50

Aug Extremely hot, humid

60

Sept Hot, humid

80

Oct Pleasant, mild

75

Nov Cool, crisp

65

Dec Cool, mild

Things to do in Houston

7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.

Best in the morning

1 place

Buffalo Bayou Park

Downtown/Montrose 2.5 hrs

Enjoy walking, biking, or kayaking along the scenic bayou green space.

Outdoors Good for children

Best in the afternoon

3 places

Houston Museum District

Museum District 3.5 hrs

Wander through world-class museums like the Museum of Natural Science or Fine Arts.

Indoors Good for children

The Galleria

Uptown 3 hrs

Indulge in luxury shopping and dining at Texas's largest mall.

Indoors Good for children

Discovery Green

Downtown 2 hrs

Enjoy a vibrant urban park with playgrounds, events, and a lake.

Outdoors Good for children

Best in the evening

2 places

Houston Food Tour

Various 3 hrs

Savor Tex-Mex, BBQ, and international flavors across diverse neighborhoods.

Indoors Good for children

Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo

NRG Park 5 hrs

Experience the world's largest rodeo and concert series (seasonal).

Indoors Good for children

Any time of day

1 place

Space Center Houston

Clear Lake 4 hrs

Explore NASA's Johnson Space Center, home to mission control and iconic rockets.

Indoors Good for children

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For couples

2 Days in Houston — Romance

Discover Houston's romantic side, from lush gardens to exquisite dining and dazzling cityscapes.

This intimate 2-day itinerary is crafted for couples seeking a blend of cultural exploration, culinary delights, and serene moments in the vibrant city of Houston. Indulge in sophisticated meals, stroll through beautiful parks, and enjoy breathtaking views, creating unforgettable memories together.

2 Days 10 Stops

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