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Houston Museum of Natural Science General Admission

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Houston, USA
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On average, this is booked 11 (1.36) days in advance.

3 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Explore one of the most attended museums in the country at the Houston Museum of Natural Science. Visit North America's largest dinosaur hall, see the beauty of the Lester and Sue Smith Gem Vault and many more. The museum is regularly voted one of the top attractions in Houston and this is your chance to find out why. The purchase of a Permanent Exhibit Hall Ticket at the Houston Museum of Natural Science will give you access to the permanent exhibits only.

What's Included

  • Local taxes
  • The listed price does not include a parking fee, parking is payable upon arrival.
  • The listed price does not include access to separate ticketed attractions such as films, the butterfly center, or traveling exhibits
  • Food and drinks
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

The Houston Museum of Natural Science
5555 Hermann Park Dr, Houston, Texas 77030, United States

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End point

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The Houston Museum of Natural Science

The Houston Museum of Natural Science is located in the heart of the Houston Museum District across from Hermann Park. With world-class hospitality and knowledgeable staff, the museum will delight you with it's easy to follow layout, clearly marked displays and beautiful exhibit halls. Whether you are searching for the cafe or querying staff about the elemental symbol for gold, you are guaranteed to find whatever it is you are looking for with a minimal amount of effort and a substantial amount of excitement.Your voucher to the museum should be exchanged for your ticket upon arrival. Once you enter, you'll have the option to visit numerous permanent exhibits including North America's largest dinosaur hall and one of the most extensive gem and geode collections in the United States. The museum is perfect for families and school groups, tourist and locals and offers refreshments and food at the cafe.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Please be sure to have a photo ID with you in order to redeem your voucher
  • Admission to the Permanent Exhibit Halls is free to all from 5 pm to 8 pm each Tuesday.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Houston Museum of Natural Science General Admission?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-40629P1

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4.52
578 reviews

Average 4.52 out of 5 stars based on 578 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

5 stars
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4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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On average, this is booked 11 (1.36) days in advance.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Local taxes
  • The listed price does not include a parking fee, parking is payable upon arrival.
  • The listed price does not include access to separate ticketed attractions such as films, the butterfly center, or traveling exhibits
  • Food and drinks

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Please be sure to have a photo ID with you in order to redeem your voucher
  • Admission to the Permanent Exhibit Halls is free to all from 5 pm to 8 pm each Tuesday.

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