Things to Do with Kids in Houston, TX
61 kid-tested activities — museums, parks, zoos, restaurants, and more.
Hyper Kidz Houston Westchase
Ages: 2–10
Kids Empire Houston Edgebrook
Ages: 2–10
Launch Family Entertainment West Houston
Ages: 3–16
Immersive Gamebox
Ages: 6–16
Hermann Park
Ages: All ages — Houston's premier family park has something for every age group
FreeMcGovern Centennial Gardens
Ages: All ages — stroller families love the paths; older kids and tweens enjoy the architecture and interactive water features
FreeHouston Audubon
Ages: 6–adult (best for kids with genuine nature curiosity and patience for quiet observation)
FreeVale-Asche Foundation Playground at Memorial Park
Ages: 2–10 (one of Houston's premier destination playgrounds)
Cockrell Butterfly Center
Ages: All ages (best for 2–12)
Partially FreeHouston Museum of Natural Science
Ages: 3–16
FreeEdith L Moore Nature Sanctuary
Ages: 5–14 (best for curious kids who enjoy quiet nature observation)
FreeJames Driver All-Inclusive Park
Ages: All ages — inclusive design means children of all abilities can participate
FreeHouston Arboretum & Nature Center - 610 Entrance
Ages: 3–12 (toddlers love the sensory trail; older kids enjoy ranger programs)
Partially FreeArmand Bayou Nature Center
Ages: 5–16 (older kids and teens appreciate the real wilderness feel)
John P. McGovern Children's Zoo
Ages: 1–12 (the Children's Zoo section is specifically designed for young kids)
FreeHermann Park Playground (The Commons)
Ages: 2–10 (the main playground in Hermann Park — excellent for young families)
FreeLevy Park
Ages: All ages — one of Houston's best-designed urban parks with something for every family
Partially FreeBaytown Nature Center
Ages: 5–16 (older kids love the fishing, birding, and bayou exploration)
FreeMercer Botanic Gardens
Ages: 3–adult (especially beautiful for young plant explorers and photography-loving teens)
FreeJapanese Garden
Ages: 2–adult (universally beautiful; toddlers love the koi, older kids appreciate the tranquility)
FreeHouston Arboretum & Nature Center
Ages: All ages
Partially FreeNature Discovery Center
Ages: 2–11 (hands-on nature programming is perfectly calibrated for this range)
FreeDiscovery Green
Ages: All ages
Kids Empire Houston Willowbrook
Ages: 2–10
FUNBOX Bounce & Party Center
Ages: 2–13
Houston Zoo
Ages: All ages
FreeAviary
Ages: 2–10 (younger children are most captivated by the birds)
FreeExploration Park
Ages: 2–12 (well-designed park serving the Katy/Cinco Ranch community)
Go Ape Zipline and Adventure Park
Ages: 8–adult (minimum age/height requirements; best for physically active kids who handle heights confidently)
Space Center Houston
Ages: 5–16
Cosmic Air Adventure Park & Arcade
Ages: 5–16
Flip N' Fun Trampoline Park
Ages: 3–16
Kids Empire Houston Maplewood
Ages: 2–10
Kids Empire Houston Westchase
Ages: 2–10
FreeDonovan Park
Ages: 0–10 (Heights neighborhood park beloved by local families)
Fort Bend Children's Discovery Center
Ages: 2–10
Children's Museum Houston
Ages: 2–12
Geronimo Adventure Park
Ages: 7–adult (adventure activities require minimum height and physical readiness)
FreeSpace Adventure
Ages: 2–10 (space-themed playground equipment perfectly captures imagination for this range)
Wonderwild
Ages: 0–10
FreeTravis Spark Park
Ages: 2–10 (SPARK! parks are well-designed neighborhood playgrounds)
Houston Botanic Garden
Ages: All ages
FreeJim and JoAnn Fonteno Family Park
Ages: 2–12 (community park serving east Houston families)
FreeWare Family Park
Ages: 2–12 (well-maintained neighborhood park loved by Bellaire families)
FreeWoodchase Park
Ages: 2–10 (neighborhood park serving the Westchase/Energy Corridor community)
The Woodlands Children's Museum
Ages: 2–10
Houston Museum of Natural Science at Sugar Land
Ages: 3–16
Bayou Wildlife Zoo
Ages: All ages (best for 2–12)
Galaxy Playland
Ages: 1–8 (classic indoor playground best suited for young children)
Houston Interactive Aquarium & Animal Preserve
Ages: 2–12
FreeChildren's Playground
Ages: 2–7 (convenient downtown playground for families visiting the area)
iRise Trampoline & Fun Park
Ages: 3–16
FreeWildlife Habitat
Ages: 2–12 (younger kids love seeing animals up close in a naturalistic setting)
TGR Exotics Wildlife Park
Ages: 3–14 (all ages love the exotic animal encounters)
Jumping World
Ages: 3–15 (wide range of attractions serves different ages)
Altitude Trampoline Park
Ages: 3–16 (serves the NASA/Clear Lake/Webster community well)
Altitude Trampoline Park Sugar Land
Ages: 3–16 (strong for southwest Houston / Sugar Land families)
Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park
Ages: 3–17 (most diverse adventure park in this review — something for truly every age)
Big Air Trampoline & Adventure Park
Ages: 3–16 (toddler section for little ones; open jump area and adventure zones for older kids)
Downtown Aquarium
Ages: 2–16
Aquarium
Ages: 2–16
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Family Travel Guide: Houston, TX
Discover the best things to do with kids in Houston, TX. Our family-tested guide covers top attractions, restaurants, outdoor adventures, and hidden gems — all rated by age, with stroller info, cost estimates, and real parent tips.
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Read guide →Common Questions About Houston with Kids
- What are the best free things to do with kids in Houston?
- Houston has 22 free family activities. Top picks: McGovern Centennial Gardens, Houston Audubon, Vale-Asche Foundation Playground at Memorial Park, Edith L Moore Nature Sanctuary, James Driver All-Inclusive Park. See all free activities at kidpaths.com/houston.
- What can we do with kids on a rainy day in Houston?
- There are 30 rainy day options in Houston. Top indoor picks: Hyper Kidz Houston Westchase, Kids Empire Houston Edgebrook, Launch Family Entertainment West Houston, Immersive Gamebox, Cockrell Butterfly Center.
- What are the best activities for toddlers in Houston?
- 52 activities in Houston are rated for toddlers (ages 1–3). Parent favorites: Hyper Kidz Houston Westchase, Kids Empire Houston Edgebrook, Launch Family Entertainment West Houston, Hermann Park, McGovern Centennial Gardens.
- Which Houston attractions are stroller-friendly?
- 45 of 61 activities in Houston are fully stroller-friendly. KidPaths rates stroller access as yes, limited, or no for every listing.
- What are fun things to do with teens in Houston?
- 35 activities in Houston are rated for teens (ages 13–17). Top picks: Launch Family Entertainment West Houston, Immersive Gamebox, Hermann Park, McGovern Centennial Gardens, Houston Audubon.
- How much do family activities cost in Houston?
- KidPaths tracks family-of-4 cost estimates for 61 activities in Houston. 22 are completely free. Each listing shows the real cost for a family of four, not just per-person pricing.
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