Houston Museum of Natural Science
Houston natural history museum with action-posed dinosaurs, a walk-in butterfly rainforest, real mummies and a domed planetarium.
One of the great natural history museums in the US and a full day if you let it be. The Morian Hall of Paleontology mounts its dinosaur skeletons mid-action rather than standing still, which changes how kids react to them. The Cockrell Butterfly Center is a three-story glass rainforest where butterflies land on you. Add the Burke Baker Planetarium, a giant-screen theater, a gems and minerals hall that genuinely dazzles, and an Egypt hall with real mummies. Several attractions are ticketed on top of general admission, so plan which ones you actually want.
Pricing
Paid admission; butterfly center, planetarium and theater ticketed separately (verify)
Common Questions
- How much does Houston Museum of Natural Science cost?
- Admission to Houston Museum of Natural Science is paid. Paid admission; butterfly center, planetarium and theater ticketed separately (verify)
- What ages is Houston Museum of Natural Science good for?
- Houston Museum of Natural Science is best for kids ages 2 to 18+.
- Is Houston Museum of Natural Science stroller friendly?
- Yes, Houston Museum of Natural Science is stroller friendly.
- Can I bring my dog to Houston Museum of Natural Science?
- No, dogs are not allowed at Houston Museum of Natural Science.
- How hard is Houston Museum of Natural Science?
- The difficulty level is easy. Plan for about 4 hours.
- Is Houston Museum of Natural Science free?
- No, there is a cost to visit Houston Museum of Natural Science. Paid admission; butterfly center, planetarium and theater ticketed separately (verify)
- What should I bring to Houston Museum of Natural Science?
- Comfortable shoes, light clothing for the humid butterfly center
- How long does Houston Museum of Natural Science take?
- Most families spend about 4 hours at Houston Museum of Natural Science.
- When is the best time to visit Houston Museum of Natural Science?
- Year-round. Book planetarium and butterfly center times when you arrive.
- Is there parking at Houston Museum of Natural Science?
- Paid museum garage off Hermann Park Dr. Hermann Park lots fill on weekends.