Houston
NRG Stadium
Space City - Energy capital with diverse culture
72,220
Stadium Capacity
3/5
Expense Level
7
World Cup Matches
Space Center Houston
Official NASA Johnson Space Center visitor center with astronaut training exhibits, space shuttle replicas, and mission control tours. Features actual spacecraft and moon rocks. Timed-entry tickets required; book online for guaranteed admission and tram tours.
Museum District
19 world-class museums within walkable area including Museum of Fine Arts, Natural Science Museum, and Contemporary Arts Museum. Many offer free admission days. Purchase Houston CityPASS for multiple museum entries and significant savings.
Buffalo Bayou Park
160-acre linear park along downtown waterfront with trails, public art, and kayak rentals. Features Cistern tours in former underground reservoir. Free park access; Cistern tours require advance reservations and have limited daily capacity.
Houston Zoo
55-acre zoo housing over 6,000 animals including African Forest and Kipp Aquarium. Features train rides and educational programs. Purchase tickets online for discounted rates; arrive early during summer to see animals before afternoon heat.
Market Square Park
Historic downtown park hosting farmers markets, food trucks, and cultural events. Surrounded by restaurants and nightlife in downtown district. Free access; weekend events and food truck gatherings create vibrant community atmosphere.
The Galleria
Massive shopping complex with over 400 stores, restaurants, and ice skating rink. One of the largest malls in the US with luxury and mainstream retailers. Free parking with validation; ice skating provides cool indoor activity during hot weather.
Best Time to Visit
June-July brings hot, humid weather with temperatures 27-35°C and frequent afternoon thunderstorms. Indoor attractions and early morning outdoor activities are most comfortable during peak summer heat.
Getting Around
METRO Rail Red Line connects downtown to NRG Stadium area. METRO buses serve broader metropolitan area. For NRG Stadium, take Red Line to NRG Park/Astrodome station with direct stadium access.
Local Currency
US Dollar (USD) is standard; most establishments accept credit cards and contactless payments, with cash preferred at food trucks and some local vendors.
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High 25° / Low 16° · Updated 21:00 local
