Houston Area Summer Guide 2021
Summer is on our doorstep and there are SO many activities to keep you busy and cool in the Texas summer heat! We have curated a guide of all of the best summer stops that you will want to try, whether you want to keep the kids busy or spend the day with nature, we’ve got you covered!
Parks & Preserves
Houston and surrounding areas such as The Woodlands, and Conroe have amazing parks to explore and spend the day, perhaps even pack a picnic!
* Meyer Park - Boasting 180 acres located in Harris County, sports fields, ponds, and fishing. What more could you want? Located at 7700 Cypresswood Drive, Spring, TX 77379
*Pundt Park - Walking and equestrian trails, and ponds for fishing, spend the day, and explore all there is to this park. Located at 4129 Spring Creek Drive, Spring, TX 77373
*Mercer Arboretum & Botanic Gardens - With over 400 acres of botanic gardens and arboretum. The botanic gardens consist of over 60 acres of beautifully maintained gardens. Located at 22306 Aldine Westfield Road
Humble, TX 77338-1071
*George Mitchell Preserve - With 3 miles of bike trails, and a 2-mile hiking trail loop, spend the day exploring nature. Located at Flintridge Dr, The Woodlands, TX 77381
*William Goodrich Jones State Park - Beautiful walking trails, you will forget that you are so close to other amenities. Located at 1328 Fm 1488 Rd Conroe, TX 77384
Wildlife & Aquariums
Giraffes, Lions, and Sea Animals are just the start of what these destinations have to offer.
*Houston Zoo - Connect with animals of all types, whether you are just watching them or feeding them, you will find your day will fly by. Located at 6200 Hermann Park Dr, Houston, TX 77030
*TGR Exotic Wildlife Ranch - Get up close and personal and engage with exotic, and endangered animals. Located at 22115 Sherrod Lane, Spring, TX 77389
*Downtown Aquarium - Aquatic life, restaurants, and rides make for a fun-filled day! Located at 410 Bagby St, Houston, TX 77002
Houston Attractions
Houston has so much to offer for all age groups.
*Astros Baseball - Whether you are with your kids or on a date, everyone will love catching a game! Watch our home team play at Minute Maid Park, 501 Crawford St, Houston, TX 77002
*Top Golf - This is a great destination for everyone who enjoys golfing. With food, drinks, and a driving range you can’t go wrong! Located at 560 Spring Park Center Blvd, Spring TX, 773735
*Space Center Houston - The space center has a learning center with more than 400 things to see and do, complete with moon rocks and spacesuits. Located at 1601 E NASA Pkwy, Houston, TX 77058
*inSPIRE Rock Climbing - Rock climbing is a wonderful way to stay in shape and to pass the day. Located at 403 E. Louetta Rd.
Spring, TX 77373
Fun For Kids
Keeping kids entertained in the summer doesn’t have to be hard. Check out a few of these spots and you’ll have worn out and happy kids all summer long!
*Hurricane Harbor Splashtown - With endless slides and pools the kids will be happy all day! Located at 21300 I-45, Spring, TX 77373
*Urban Air The Woodlands - Your kids will love to spend the day jumping out all of their energy and wiggles. Located at 17943 Interstate 45 N, Shenandoah, TX 77385
*Texas TreeVentures - This aerial adventure course has climbing fun for all ages. Located at 6464 Creekside Forest Dr, The Woodlands, TX 77389
*Palava - With laser tag, mini-golf, a climbing structure, and an area for little people you will find something for everyone. Located at 3240 Spring Cypress Rd, Spring, TX 77388
Museum District
Downtown’s Museum District has so many museums to visit, nineteen to be exact, and eleven of them are free! Check here for more ways to get deals on tickets.
*The Health Museum - A visit to the Health Museum is a great way to get an up-close look at the human body and how it works. Located at 1515 Hermann Dr, Houston TX 77004
*Houston Museum of Natural Science - Star gazing, dinosaurs, chemistry, gems, and minerals are just a few of the things that you can explore. Located at 5555 Hermann Park Dr, Houston TX 77030
*The Children’s Museum Houston - At The Children’s Museum, the kids run the show! With a whole ‘street’ dedicated to learning how to run a business, go to the bank, and the grocery store, kids will be in heaven! They can also climb a three-story tower, or build a robot. Located at 1500 Binz St, Houston, TX 77004