Houston Museum of Natural Science General Admission

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About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
People per booking: 1–30
Written guide: English
Operated by: Houston Museum of Natural Science

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–12 years) · Youth (13–17 years) · Adults (18–65 years) · Seniors (66–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Local taxes

Not included

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

Itinerary

The Houston Museum of Natural Science

Admission included

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.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

The Houston Museum of Natural Science 5555 Hermann Park Dr, 77030-1718, Houston, United States See on map

End point

The Houston Museum of Natural Science 5555 Hermann Park Dr, 77030-1718, Houston, United States See on map

Using your ticket

Voucher to be redeemed upon arrival at our ticket box office for a dated ticket.

For vouchers including the optional Planetarium add-on, your voucher includes admission to one show on the date of your visit. Showtimes vary by day, please ask cashier for the current day's show listing.

Vouchers can be redeemed upon arrival every day the Houston Museum of Natural Science is open to the public.

Limit 1 per customer per visit. Entire value must be used in a single visit.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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.

Options

Houston Museum of Natural Science General Admission
Exhibit Halls + Planetarium

Exhibits + Planetarium Show: Choose this option to add on one show in the Burke Baker Planetarium to your visit. Must choose show during redemption.