Things to do in Southwest Houston

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Southwest Houston Attractions

Learn what makes Southwest Houston tick with the very best tours & day trips. Check out our top {62 fun activities in Southwest Houston fun activities in Southwest Houston}, and book with ease knowing that we offer free cancellation and no added fees.

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Color Factory Houston Ticket

Color Factory Houston Ticket

$29
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Color Factory Houston Ticket
Discover Houston Self Guided City Tour

Discover Houston: A Self-Guided City Tour

$1
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Discover Houston: A Self-Guided City Tour
Houston Museum of Natural Science: Cockrell Butterfly Center

Houston Museum of Natural Science: Butterfly Center Ticket

$15
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Houston Museum of Natural Science: Butterfly Center Ticket
Houston: Sloomoo Institute Entry Ticket

Houston: Sloomoo Institute Entry Ticket

$32
per adult
Houston: Sloomoo Institute Entry Ticket
Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket

Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket

$22
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket
Houston Downtown Food Tour with 5 Tastings of Tradition & Fusion

Houston Downtown Food Tour with 5 Tastings of Tradition & Fusion

$90
per adult
Houston Downtown Food Tour with 5 Tastings of Tradition & Fusion
Hip Hop, R&B Paint Party Experience

Hip Hop and R&B Paint Party Experience

$35
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hip Hop and R&B Paint Party Experience
Picture 3 for Activity Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket

Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket

$30
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
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Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!

$45
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!
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Recommended things to do in Southwest Houston

Number of things to do
62
Cheapest thing to do on Expedia
Discover Houston: A Self-Guided City Tour: $2
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What to do in Southwest Houston

Free Things to Do in Southwest Houston

Traveling to Southwest Houston on a budget? The following can be seen for zip.

Museum of Southern History - This popular landmark is a wonderful backdrop for a selfie or two.

Greenway Plaza - Widely renowned among the locals, this site is worth a look.

Lakewood Church Central Campus - Mix a little spirituality into your vacation with a visit to this sacred place.

Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park - Develop your green thumb and appreciate the wide variety of plants on show.

Things to Do in Southwest Houston with Kids

Southwest Houston is an excellent destination for a family getaway. Bring the little ones along and enjoy these top family friendly experiences together:

 

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NRG Stadium

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Home to the Houston Texans, NRG Stadium revolutionized design as the NFL's first retractable-roof venue. Experience the electric atmosphere during football season or the legendary Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.
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Popular day trips from Southwest Houston

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Houston

A calm lake with a wooden dock, surrounded by trees and grassy banks.

Sugar Land

A large white temple with multiple domes and spires, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and pathways.

Stafford

A cityscape at dusk with illuminated skyscrapers and a busy intersection.

Alief

An aerial view of a park with playground equipment, a dirt path, and a river.

Bellaire

A lake with lily pads and a forested shoreline.

Missouri City

Frequently asked questions

What to do in Southwest Houston on a sunny day?
A Haunted Houston Walking Tour - All Ages is the ideal activity for visitors who can't bear the thought of missing a moment of sunshine in Southwest Houston.
What to do in Southwest Houston on a rainy day?
If it's really coming down, these fantastic indoor activities will keep you entertained (and nice and dry!):


What should I not miss in Southwest Houston?
Fabulous sights are easy to come by here, but Houston Zoo and Houston Natural Science Museum are two you simply shouldn't miss.
Are there cheap things to do in Southwest Houston?
If you're traveling on a budget, you may like to add these low-cost tours and activities to your to-do list:


What can you do in Southwest Houston for free?
Your escape to Southwest Houston needn't break the bank with free things like these to keep you on the go:

  • MD Anderson Cancer Center
  • Lakewood Church
  • Hermann Park
  • Greenway Plaza

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