Whether you’re planning a staycation this holiday season, or want to find fun destinations that don’t involve too much driving, we’ve got you covered with the best day trips from Houston. All of the trips on this list are less than a 90-minute drive from downtown Houston, so you can travel back and forth on …
Maybe you’ve lived here for a while, or perhaps you’re visiting and don’t want the same old activities you can do anywhere else. Whatever the reason, if you’re looking for some unique things to do in Houston that most people probably haven’t heard of, you’re in the right place. Sure, Houston has some great museums, …
When you think of Houston, white sand beaches and turquoise water isn’t generally the first thing that comes to mind. But the new Lagoonfest Texas in Texas City aims to change that. With the largest lagoon in Texas, comprised of sparkling turquoise water and a stunning white sand beach, it’s a little piece of the …
When it comes to creating family memories, Splashway Waterpark & Campground hits a home run. We spent three days at Splashway and between the waterpark, the cabin, and all the activities, I can’t think of a better way to have spent time as a family. Splashway is located in Sheridan, TX. That’s just an hour …
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Palmetto State Park is a beautiful, other-worldly park located just northwest of Gonzales, Texas. (For more things to do in Gonzales, Texas, click here.) With lush palmetto fronds lining the trails, one might be tricked into thinking they’d been transported into Jurassic Park. The park is conveniently located just over two hours from Houston, and …
Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Waller is one of 75 Jellystone Park locations across the US and Canada. Just over an hour’s drive from Houston, Jellystone Waller is the perfect Houston family getaway! (Disclosure: This stay was hosted but this post contains my honest review and opinions) The park offers multiple ways to stay, including cabins, …
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This post is sponsored by Gameday Moving Services Texas is home to many exciting and family style tourist attractions! Whether you are there for business, a weekend getaway or embarking on a new adventure, there is something for everyone in this great state. The city of Houston, in specific, serves up nationally recognized shopping, entertaining, …
Houston is a large, urban city, but that doesn’t mean you can’t escape to nature with just a short drive. There are a number of incredible state parks near Houston to help you get your outdoor fix. In under two hours, you can be hiking, biking, boating and more. Plus, this is Texas, so even …
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UPDATE: With regular movie theaters back up and running, we’re down to just two drive in movie theaters in Houston, and one outdoor, rooftop movie theater. Drive in movies are a great way to turn a regular movie outing into an incredible experience. There’s something about the drive in movie experience that calls to mind …
Looking for things to do in Houston with kids? I’ve got you covered. Here’s everything that’s anything to do in Houston as a family – or even on your own! Make sure to verify availability before visiting, as some places may have modified opening times. Outdoor Things to Do in Houston With Kids Houston Zoos, …
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