The Houston Museum of Natural Science
The Houston Museum of Natural Science
The Houston Museum of Natural Science
4.5
09:00 - 17:00
Monday
09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday
09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday
09:00 - 17:00
Thursday
09:00 - 17:00
Friday
09:00 - 17:00
Saturday
09:00 - 17:00
Sunday
09:00 - 17:00
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This outstanding science museum has a spectacular collection of mineral specimens, a dinosaur skeleton, space-station models, a planetarium, IMAX theater and a six-story butterfly center in which these beautiful creatures land delicately on outstretched arms.
Duration: More than 3 hours
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Rajesh R Kumathekar
Pune, India653 contributions
Visited US in May 2023 for sons graduation ceremony.
Then decided to visit Texas state, of course Houston was on top of agenda.
Visited Museums
Then decided to visit Texas state, of course Houston was on top of agenda.
Visited Museums
Written 9 December 2023
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Sigrid S
Bismarck, ND13 contributions
Dec 2023 • Solo
Try not to get lost in the expansive exhibits offered. The Butterfly Center is a must. Make sure you slow down while inside. Take a moment to sit. After you've completed your visit, wander across the street to Hermann Park for a stroll.
Written 7 December 2023
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Michel Santos
Calgary, Canada281 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
It is a Museum with a lot of information, so, take your time and enjoy the walk. They have lots to see. We went to the Egyptian Exhibition and spent most of the time there.
If you have more time, buy the Houston Pass, because you do need more than 1 day to see everything.
If you have more time, buy the Houston Pass, because you do need more than 1 day to see everything.
Written 19 November 2023
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Brian H
2 contributions
Oct 2023 • Family
Really nice museum much nicer than the Houston space museum. Would definitely recommend. If you have kids, you need to check out the butterfly house it’s pretty cool to.
Written 16 November 2023
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Ben G
Bristol, UK7 contributions
Sep 2023 • Friends
Really let down by this museum. I think we are very spoiled living in the UK, first off all museums in the UK are free, we paid $35 dollars each, we were particularly looking forward to the Egyptian exhibition. It was a complete waste of money as everything was fake and replicas. Not even good replicas but very obvious plastic. I'm unsure why a museum that advertises itself as "World Class" could not have applied to other museums for loans to stage an Egyptian exhibit. Even my local museum in Bristol UK has a massive amount of Egyptian artifacts including 4 mummies. They also loan these. I think its fraud to charge for this and then let people find out its all fake. We were very very disappointed.
Written 15 October 2023
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Gavin W
London14 contributions
Oct 2023 • Friends
For $35 it was poor value for money. No real exhibits - all replicas. No real experience of entering the tomb - just a few vignettes of the tombs contents. Not much information on the actual discovery - there IS film available and no mention of the Tutmania that followed the discovery. I saw the 1973 tour of the REAL exhibits when I was 9 in London and that had more of an impact. NOT value for money - go see another exhibit instead1
Written 11 October 2023
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Joseph L
Council Bluffs, IA77 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
Wish I had more more time. We saw the meg exhibit initially and it was very informative. The layout is great and the exhibit arr very well crafted.
Written 4 October 2023
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Marcos A
Kissimmee, FL30 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
We totally loved it, you can do the whole museum in about 3-4 hours. I think the museum is best for young kids, teens and adults. We will go back for sure!
Written 27 September 2023
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Heather N
1 contribution
Jul 2023 • Family
Absolutely amazing. I loved it. And learned a lot ! My favorite was the dinosaurs ! I will be going back. Next time I want to go see the sharks !
Written 22 August 2023
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Casey
1 contribution
Aug 2023
The museum was ok. The price on TripAdvisor was great, about half the price of buying at the museum website. The museum was crowded even early in the day. There was a summer camp happening with a ton of loud, screaming kids running around. The permanent exhibits were ok but I got the feeling that the really good stuff was all extra (planetarium, shark exhibit etc.) I'll probably try again at a time when the kids are in school as to avoid the crowd and the screaming. It's hard to read everything I wanted to read with all of the background noise and activity.
Written 14 August 2023
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Is it possible to store a suitcase at the museum for the duration of the visit?
Natalie S
Houston, TX61 contributions
Yes, there would be. I still do not recommend the current "King Tut" immersive exhibit though.
Jenn Thomas
20 contributions
Are we able to take engagement photos in the museum and in the Arboretum without renting the space? Thank you.
patrick N H
85 contributions
As far as I know there are not any restrictions on taking pictures anywhere on the property. If you are bringing a professional photographer and staging some sort of photo shoot, you might want to call ahead and ask.
Martin Almayahi
Austin, TX159 contributions
Hey all.. I’m planning to take my family there and I want to know what kind of tickets should I get to see the moon and dinasors’ bones ?
Linda T
Glen Head, NY9 contributions
To the traveler in Austin, please refer to the website for the Houston Museum of Natural Science for hours and pricing, and special events. Trip advisor does not allow me to send you the link directly. Have fun and enjoy!
mohammad h
Tehran, Iran5 contributions
hi , are there any hot springs in colorado?if it is,where are these locations?thank you🙏🏻
Patti B
Houston, TX3 contributions
I don’t know about Colorado. This museum is in Houston Texas
mohammad h
Tehran, Iran5 contributions
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Chrisinkingwood2
Houston, TX5,694 contributions
Hello fellow traveller,
You have posted this question in the wrong place, Houston Texas is very far from Niagara Falls.
You might try aTripAdvisor search for Niagara Falls-Hotels and see what comes up, there should be plenty of options.
Keep in mind that Niagara Falls hotels might be listed for both Canada and the USA. Make sure you get a hotel in the country you are visiting and if you plan to cross a border have the proper required ID and documents.
Have fun and take lots of pictures, Niagara Falls is lovely.
mohammad h
Tehran, Iran5 contributions
hi ,what is the best &importan things in this museum?thanks lot🙏🏻💖
Gerald T
Omaha, NE2 contributions
Impressive dinosaur bone collection, IMAX was showing the 1969 Lunar Landing documentary which I loved, and the planetarium is good too. Bring a sweater. I was cold
Jodie G
Lynchburg, VA3 contributions
Where’s a good place to grab lunch close to the museum?
mdarenfrow
Sugar Land, TX115 contributions
There are a few restaurants within walking distance. Barnabys is a great one!
Neelee
Seattle, WA141 contributions
Does the $25 adult ticket admit you to all 16 exhibits, including the dinosaurs?
Why does their online ticket site have times on them? if I select a time does that mean I have to show up at that time slot? what happens if I miss that time slot?
Can I just walk up to buy tickets on the day I want to visit?
Natalie1204
Kolkata (Calcutta), India4,548 contributions
You have to pay extra for several of the exhibits - like the 3D movie, the butterfly exhibit and the Sherlock Holmes mystery room. I think certain shows are only on at certain times, so you’ll miss the show if you miss the time slot
We did that - bought tickets on the day, so I’m sure you can too. Maybe, you’ll need to buy them in advance for holidays etc thought, but I can’t be sure.
Members get way better offers, so if you’re a resident of Houston, I suggest you look up the memberships. Have a happy day :)
Does the butterfly center tikets include the museum?
Thomas J
Houston, TX12 contributions
No. The Butterfly exhibit is extra.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Houston Museum of Natural Science
- The Houston Museum of Natural Science admission prices can vary. Entrance tickets currently cost €22.94, while a popular guided tour starts around €5.51 per person.
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience The Houston Museum of Natural Science:
- Houston Museum of Natural Science General Admission (From €22.94)
- Houston CityPASS (From €62.41)
- Houston Museum of Natural Science and Cockrell Butterfly Center (From €31.20)
- Houston City Sightseeing Tour (From €57.82)
- Private Houston Sightseeing Tour, 3hr Mural Tour (From €362.51)
- Hotels near The Houston Museum of Natural Science:
- (0.18 km) Hotel ZaZa Houston Museum District
- (1.83 km) The Westin Houston Medical Center
- (1.75 km) Houston Marriott Medical Center/Museum District
- (0.52 km) UV Air Purification | Medical District | Restaurants | Parks | Kid Friendly
- (2.20 km) InterContinental Houston, an IHG Hotel
- Restaurants near The Houston Museum of Natural Science:
- (0.21 km) Monarch
- (0.15 km) The Park Grill
- (0.25 km) Bodegas Taco Shop
- (0.24 km) Fia's Pizzeria
- (0.47 km) Lucille's
- Attractions near The Houston Museum of Natural Science:
- (0.15 km) Houston Museum District
- (0.08 km) Cockrell Butterfly Center
- (0.08 km) Burke Baker Planetarium
- (0.28 km) Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
- (0.17 km) ZaSpa