Downtown Houston houses a vast array of museums for your education and enlightenment. Thu's favorites are the Health Museum and the Museum of Natural Science. The Health Museum has huge models of different parts of the human body and offers a very interactive learning experience. The Museum of Natural Science is home to everything from dinosaur bones to precious gemstones. The Houston Zoo is also nearby and is a popular destination for both adults and children.

The Aquarium in Downtown Houston is a beautiful place that hosts a variety of aquatic species. But that's not all there is to the Aquarium. It is a one-stop shop, with a fancy restaurant and fun rides. The Diving Bell Ferris Wheel offers a gorgeous view of the Houston skyline. And the Shark Voyage is a must, as you get to ride through a humongous shark tank and see sharks up close and personal.

For an excursion through history and science, visit the NASA Johnson Space Center. Explore space shuttles. Learn all about astronauts. Participate in interactive activities and presentations. See how Houston's aerospace program came to be and how it currently operates.

Travel down south towards the beach to Moody Gardens for a variety of attractions and stunning scenery. Improve your knowledge of all kinds of creatures from both land and sea in the Aquarium Pyramid, the Rainforest Pyramid, and huge 3D and 4D theaters. Also enjoy fresh seafood and gorgeous views of nature at its best.

The Kemah Boardwalk boasts another scenic destination for family fun. Enjoy fresh seafood in one of the many restaurants. Go on one of the amusement rides. Play one of the carnival games. Or simply enjoy a walk on the breezy boardwalk itself. The fun never stops at the Kemah Boardwalk!