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A Playground For Your Mind   More than 14 pulsating exhibits make the Children's Museum of Houston one of the top rated in the country. Packed with daily activities and invigorating performances, its the place where minds come out to play! The Childrens Museum of Houston is 2009 Nickelodeons Parents Pick Awards Best Museum in Houston and is the only childrens Museum in Texas to receive a 5-star nationwide rating from Citysearch.com. Serving more than 750,000 people annually, the Children's Museum of Houston is the highest-attended youth Museum in the country for its size. The Museum is dedicated to transforming communities through innovative, child-centered learning and offers 14 galleries of hands-on exhibits and innovative bilingual learning programs for kids ages birth to 12 years. The Museum operates as a 501(c)(3) under the direction of a Board of Directors and is located at 1500 Binz in Houstons Museum District. Admission is $8 per person and $7 for seniors 65+. Children under one and Museum Members receive free admission. Free Family Nights are offered Thursdays from 5 to 8 p.m. courtesy of The Wortham Foundation, Inc. and Kathrine and the late John P. McGovern, M.D. (less) ... (more)

Naturally Wild   Recognized by Parents magazine as one of the Ten Best Zoos for Kids, the Houston Zoo is an exciting live animal adventure that provides a unique educational and conservation resource serving 1.7 million guests annually. Set in a 55-acre lush tropical landscape, the Zoo is home to more than 4,500 exotic animals representing more than 800 species. Operated by the not-for-profit Houston Zoo, Inc., the Houston Zoo is located at 6200 Golf Course Drive in beautiful Hermann Park. The Zoo is open daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. during Central Standard Time (last admission at 5 p.m.) and from 9 a.m. until 7 p.m. during Central Daylight Time (last admission at 6 p.m.). The Zoo is closed Christmas Day. Regular admission is $11 for adults, $6 for seniors, $7 for children ages 2-11 and FREE for children under 2. Visit the courtesy booth at your neighborhood Fiesta Mart and purchase an adult Zoo admission for $9 and a child Zoo admission for $6. Zoo memberships start at only $55. (less) ... (more)

An Oasis of Serenity and Natural Beauty   Mercer Arboretum & Botanic Gardens is a fabulous, fun, and FREE horticultural masterpiece with a vast family of wildlife. The region's largest collection of native and cultivated plants is showcased in 300 acres of paradise full of unforgettable attractions like water features, pavilions, gazebos, ponds, 5 miles of walking trails, a playground, and a lake! We are near George Bush Intercontinental Airport and open daily. For more information call us or visit our website. (less) ... (more)

Houston Area's Favorite Attraction!   Looking for island fun? Work or play, this tropical destination is ideal for families and groups alike. Delve into the oceans depths at the Aquarium Pyramid to see penguins, sharks and thousands of tropical fish. Explore the mysteries of science at the Discovery Museum or experience the action of the IMAX 3D, 4D or Ridefilm theaters. Cruise aboard the Colonel Paddlewheel Boat or enjoy beautiful white sand beaches and blue lagoons at Palm Beach. (less) ... (more)

A Special Place for Special Friends   Morgan's Wonderland is located in San Antonio, Texas. It is the World's First Ultra Accessible Family Fun Park. This 25 acre park is specifically designed for children and adults with special needs. In this unique oasis they can enjoy outdoor recreation with family and friends in a fun and safe environment.

   18 hole in door miniature golf, air cannon interactive game, and arcade games. Walk-in play, birthday parties, field trips, group outings.

   18 hole black light indoor miniature golf, air cannon interactive game, and arcades. Walk-in play, birthday parties, group outings, field trips.