{"id":3118,"date":"2023-03-25T09:55:00","date_gmt":"2023-03-25T09:55:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/?p=3118"},"modified":"2023-03-22T09:56:16","modified_gmt":"2023-03-22T09:56:16","slug":"the-top-10-places-to-go-on-a-houston-city-tour","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/the-top-10-places-to-go-on-a-houston-city-tour\/","title":{"rendered":"The Top 10 Places to Go on a Houston City Tour"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Known because of its rich culture, delectable <a href=\"https:\/\/houston.eater.com\/maps\/houston-must-eat-iconic-dishes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cuisine<\/a>, and a variety of attractions, Houston is a colorful and varied metropolis in the southeast of Texas. You&#8217;re in for a treat if you&#8217;re considering a Houston City Tour because there is so much to see and do in this thriving city. Houston is certain to make a lasting impact on visitors thanks to its rich diversity of culture, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.co.uk\/Attractions-g56003-Activities-c47-Houston_Texas.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">famous landmarks<\/a>, and abundance of attractions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the fourth-largest city in the country and is home to the renowned Space Center Houston, well-known chefs, thought-provoking institutions, lovely green areas, and a bayou that runs through the center of the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>See our list of the top sites in Houston for a comprehensive look at activities to do:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_63 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-662c7ae53df9f\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-662c7ae53df9f\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/the-top-10-places-to-go-on-a-houston-city-tour\/#1_Space_Center_Visit_View_of_the_NASA_Space_Center\" title=\"1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space Center Visit: View of the NASA Space Center\">1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space Center Visit: View of the NASA Space Center<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/the-top-10-places-to-go-on-a-houston-city-tour\/#2_Visit_the_Museum_District_in_Houston\" title=\"2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Visit the Museum District in Houston\">2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Visit the Museum District in Houston<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/the-top-10-places-to-go-on-a-houston-city-tour\/#3_The_Menil_Collection\" title=\"3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The Menil Collection:\">3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The Menil Collection:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/the-top-10-places-to-go-on-a-houston-city-tour\/#4_Buffalo_Bayou\" title=\"4.    Buffalo Bayou:\">4.    Buffalo Bayou:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/the-top-10-places-to-go-on-a-houston-city-tour\/#4_Discover_Gerald_D_Hines_Waterwall_Park\" title=\"4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Discover Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park:\">4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Discover Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/the-top-10-places-to-go-on-a-houston-city-tour\/#5_Ghost_Excursion_Of_Haunted_Houston\" title=\"5.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ghost Excursion Of Haunted Houston\">5.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ghost Excursion Of Haunted Houston<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/the-top-10-places-to-go-on-a-houston-city-tour\/#7_The_Apollo_13_Escape_Room\" title=\"7.    The Apollo 13 Escape Room:\">7.    The Apollo 13 Escape Room:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/the-top-10-places-to-go-on-a-houston-city-tour\/#8_Ifly_Houston_Memorial_Indoor_Skydiving\" title=\"8.   Ifly Houston Memorial Indoor Skydiving:\">8.   Ifly Houston Memorial Indoor Skydiving:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/the-top-10-places-to-go-on-a-houston-city-tour\/#9_Participate_In_The_Houston_Livestock_Show_And_Rodeo\" title=\"9.    Participate In The Houston Livestock Show And Rodeo:\">9.    Participate In The Houston Livestock Show And Rodeo:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/the-top-10-places-to-go-on-a-houston-city-tour\/#10_Houston_Sightseeing_Tour_and_Galveston_Day_Trip\" title=\"10.    Houston Sightseeing Tour and Galveston Day Trip:\">10.    Houston Sightseeing Tour and Galveston Day Trip:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Space_Center_Visit_View_of_the_NASA_Space_Center\"><\/span><strong>1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space Center Visit: View of the NASA Space Center<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/kih9_uirb_210303-21-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"Space Center Visit: View of the NASA Space Center\" class=\"wp-image-3120\" width=\"720\" height=\"482\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Visit Houston Texas<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>You will travel by bus to the NASA Johnson Space Center&#8217;s designated visitor center, the Space Center Houston. The Space Center Houston, which functions as the official visitor center of NASA&#8217;s Johnson Space Center, is one of the most well-liked <a href=\"https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/amazing-places-to-visit-in-venezuela-for-tourists\/\">tourist attractions<\/a> in Houston. Visitors can learn about the background of <a href=\"https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/space-tourism-the-future-of-traveling-know-a-z\/\">space travel<\/a>, view actual spacecraft and artifacts, and even take a trolley tour of the facility to see how NASA&#8217;s ongoing rocket launches operate behind the scenes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Enroll in a Level 9 Tour to get a behind-the-scenes glimpse at Johnson Space Center for a genuinely one-of-a-kind experience. You can visit sections that aren&#8217;t normally accessible on tours, such as the simulation labs, the ISS Mission Control, and the buoyancy lab, and you might even run into an astronaut. There are only 12 tickets available per day for this unique, four to five-hour VIP trip, making it a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Visit_the_Museum_District_in_Houston\"><\/span><strong>2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Visit the Museum District in Houston<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/kih9_uirb_210303-22-1024x578.jpg\" alt=\"Museum District in Houston\" class=\"wp-image-3122\" width=\"720\" height=\"480\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Omni Hotels &amp; resorts<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The second-highest concentration of museums in a single, contiguous region is found in Houston&#8217;s Museum District. During your Houston City Excursion, you should also visit the Museum District. Within a 1.5-mile radius of this Houston cultural center are 19 museums and cultural organizations, ranging from science and children&#8217;s museums to fine art and natural history museums. Some of the most well-known museums in the area, including the Museum of Fine Arts Houston, the Houston Museum of Natural Science, and the Children&#8217;s Museum of Houston, can be seen on the bus trip. The beautiful Hermann Park, home to the Houston Zoo as well as the Miller Outdoor Theatre, is also nearby. in the Houston Natural Science Center A must-see is the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston. Over 6,000 years of history are represented in the fixed collection of art.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Youngsters&#8217; Gallery Children and families enjoy visiting Houston&#8217;s Museum District, and Hermann Park, a vast 445-acre park in the city center, is a lush oasis. Visitors can use the park&#8217;s numerous picnic tables and barbecue barbecues, go boating on McGovern Lake, and other amenities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_The_Menil_Collection\"><\/span><strong>3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The Menil Collection:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/kih9_uirb_210303-23.jpg\" alt=\"The Menil Collection\" class=\"wp-image-3123\" width=\"720\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/kih9_uirb_210303-23.jpg 870w, https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/kih9_uirb_210303-23-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/kih9_uirb_210303-23-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/kih9_uirb_210303-23-750x500.jpg 750w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">World Art Foundation<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Situated in the center of Houston, Texas, The Menil Collection is a famous art gallery. The Menil Collection is home to a remarkable selection of artwork from various cultures, continents, and historical periods. More than 17,000 pieces of art, including drawings, sculptures, photos, uncommon books, and manuscripts, are part of the collection. The Menil Collection holds seasonal special exhibitions in addition to its permanent collection. The Menil Library is renowned for housing the biggest collection of Max Ernst works anywhere. The Menil Collection also houses works of art from artists in the Byzantine, Abstract, and Surrealist styles, as well as modern artwork.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Buffalo_Bayou\"><\/span><strong>4.    Buffalo Bayou:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"696\" height=\"407\" src=\"https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/kih9_uirb_210303-24.jpg\" alt=\"Buffalo Bayou\" class=\"wp-image-3124\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/kih9_uirb_210303-24.jpg 696w, https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/kih9_uirb_210303-24-300x175.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">365 things to do in Houston<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;The 52-mile-long Buffalo Bayou makes its way from Katy, Texas, to the River Oaks neighborhood in the center of Houston, Texas. The 160-acre Buffalo Bayou Park contains several amenities, such as a skateboarding park, a playground with a natural theme, a picnic pavilion, a tributary, a canine park, and the Houston Law Enforcement officers&#8217; Memorial. There are also intriguing restored features in the park, like The Water Works building, which was constructed from a 4-acre disused city water system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Buffalo Bayou is situated close to several other tourist destinations, such as the Houston Museum of Natural Science, the Downtown Aquarium, and the Houston Zoo. Visitors can conveniently visit these Other Well-Known Locations In Addition To Buffalo Bayou.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Discover_Gerald_D_Hines_Waterwall_Park\"><\/span><strong>4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Discover Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"696\" height=\"407\" src=\"https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/kih9_uirb_210303-25.jpg\" alt=\"Discover Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park\" class=\"wp-image-3125\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/kih9_uirb_210303-25.jpg 696w, https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/kih9_uirb_210303-25-300x175.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">365 things to do in Houston<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Houston&#8217;s Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park is a lovely park and public area with a magnificent 64-foot-tall water wall as its focal point. If you have time, go to the attraction, which visitors thought was extremely unique. It&#8217;s amazing to see the cascading waterfall that surrounds the fountain. In addition, the park offers a beautiful area for families to picnic or for kids to run around. Recent visitors do caution, however, that there is no street parking available and that it probably wouldn&#8217;t be worth the journey if you aren&#8217;t staying close to this attraction. There is a sizable grassy space in the park that is ideal for outdoor gatherings and picnics. Bring a blanket or chairs so that guests can relax and enjoy a meal or refreshment while taking in the breathtaking scenery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Ghost_Excursion_Of_Haunted_Houston\"><\/span><strong>5.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ghost Excursion Of Haunted Houston<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"368\" src=\"https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/kih9_uirb_210303-26.jpg\" alt=\"Ghost Excursion Of Haunted Houston\" class=\"wp-image-3126\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/kih9_uirb_210303-26.jpg 700w, https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/kih9_uirb_210303-26-300x158.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Houston Ghost Your<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>For those who are intrigued by the supernatural and history, the Haunted Houston Ghost Walking Tour is a distinctive and scary adventure. According to rumors, Houston is home to a thriving ghost community, and many of its most busy residents are frequently observed at night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Spaghetti Warehouse, this same Julia Ideson Building, as well as Sam Houston Park, are just a few of the haunted sites you&#8217;ll visit on the journey. These locations are known for hosting spirits and other paranormal occurrences. The history of the city&#8217;s early years as a swampy trading post, its participation in the Civil War, and its contribution to the development of the oil business will all be covered. Exploring the city&#8217;s eerie past is intriguing and entertaining with the Haunted Houston Ghost Walking Tour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_The_Apollo_13_Escape_Room\"><\/span><strong>7.    The Apollo 13 Escape Room:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/kih9_uirb_210303-27-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\" The Apollo 13 Escape Room\" class=\"wp-image-3127\" width=\"720\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/kih9_uirb_210303-27-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/kih9_uirb_210303-27-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/kih9_uirb_210303-27-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/kih9_uirb_210303-27-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/kih9_uirb_210303-27-750x500.jpg 750w, https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/kih9_uirb_210303-27-1140x760.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/kih9_uirb_210303-27.jpg 2006w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">ARS Technia<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;Constructed in recent years to mimic the atmosphere of the renowned NASA ship, Houston is an exhilarating as well as immersive experience that tests visitors&#8217; ability to decipher puzzles and hints to leave a mock space journey. The Apollo 13 Adventure is a midtown location where groups can try their problem-solving and teamwork abilities in a NASA and space-themed setting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The hour-long exercise includes non-alcoholic beverages and plenty of time for taking pictures while dressed in space gear in a realistic control room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The escape room is a fantastic team-building exercise because it necessitates cooperation and effective communication from the participants to be successful. It&#8217;s a fantastic method to boost relationships between friends or coworkers and foster camaraderie. Groups of six to twelve people are acceptable, but each member must be ten or older.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Ifly_Houston_Memorial_Indoor_Skydiving\"><\/span><strong>8.   Ifly Houston Memorial Indoor Skydiving:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/kih9_uirb_210303-28.jpg\" alt=\"Ifly Houston Memorial Indoor Skydiving\" class=\"wp-image-3128\" width=\"720\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/kih9_uirb_210303-28.jpg 797w, https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/kih9_uirb_210303-28-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/kih9_uirb_210303-28-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/kih9_uirb_210303-28-750x501.jpg 750w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Get Your Guide<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;This exhilarating activity lets you experience the thrill of skydiving without actually jumping out of an aircraft. Skydiving indoors has several benefits over external skydiving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The main advantages are that it is less expensive, more practical, and never results in visitors crashing to the ground at 300 mph because their chute did not open.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although you won&#8217;t strictly need an assistant to experience skydiving at iFLY, their knowledgeable staff will provide you with all the equipment and training you&#8217;ll need before diving into the wind tunnel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Prepaid tickets allow you to choose when to visit whenever you like, which will be helpful if you want to go when it&#8217;s usually less crowded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Participate_In_The_Houston_Livestock_Show_And_Rodeo\"><\/span><strong>9.    Participate In The Houston Livestock Show And Rodeo:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Anyone visiting Houston in late February or early March should go to the Houston Cattle Show and Rodeo. The Houston Livestock Show as well as Rodeo, which lasts for 19 days, is the biggest livestock exhibition and rodeo in the world, drawing over two million people each year. Livestock shows, rodeo contests, concerts, and a carnival are all part of the festival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of the biggest stars in rock, pop, and country music performance at the Houston Livestock Show as well as the Rodeo. Taylor Swift, Garth Brooks, George Strait, and others have performed in the past. The carnival offers more than 70 rides and games, rendering it a wonderful vacation spot for couples with young children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Houston_Sightseeing_Tour_and_Galveston_Day_Trip\"><\/span><strong>10.    Houston Sightseeing Tour and Galveston Day Trip:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thetravelfacts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/JPG-26.jpg\" alt=\"Houston Sightseeing Tour and Galveston Day Trip\" class=\"wp-image-3130\" width=\"720\" height=\"480\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Get Your Guide<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Houston Sightseeing Tour and Galveston Day Trip is a well-liked excursion that allows travelers to discover both the city of Houston and the nearby coastal town of Galveston.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With a population of more than two million, Houston is a remarkable metropolis. In addition, it is near enough to the Gulf of Mexico to allow for enjoyable day trips to coastal communities like Galveston for those who desire a change of pace from the hectic city environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first 90 minutes of this six-hour trip consist of a bus tour of Houston&#8217;s hotspots, after which visitors will travel to Galveston.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first part of the day excursion usually consists of a sightseeing tour of Houston, where you can see some of the city&#8217;s most well-known sites, including the Museum District, the Buffalo Bayou, and the Houston Space Center. You&#8217;ll travel to Galveston Island, a well-liked vacation spot about an hour&#8217;s journey from Houston, after the city tour of Houston. 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