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15 Fun Places to Go in Houston for the Best 3-Day Vacation

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15 Fun Places to Go in Houston for the Best 3-Day Vacation

Introduction - With so many landmarks and attractions you can visit in Houston, you might be feeling overwhelmed. Check this list of...

 
 

Houston Ghost Tour

Place To Go 1 - One of the most fun weekend things to do in Houston is going on a ghost tour. The two-and-a-half-hour tour...

 
 
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Hermann Park and Miller Outdoor Theatre

Place To Go 2 - The Miller Outdoor Theatre is an open-air performing arts venue that hosts a variety of shows. Performances are held for...

 
 
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McGovern Centennial Gardens

Place To Go 3 - McGovern Centennial Gardens are located in Hermann Park. The attraction features multiple plant and flower displays, plus water features and...

 
 

Discovery Green

Place To Go 4 - Discovery Green is another tranquil park located in downtown Houston. The attraction is known for hosting an array of events...

 
 
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Galveston Island

Place To Go 5 - Galveston Island is a barrier island on the Texas Gulf Coast. The island is located an hour and 20 minutes...

 
 
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Market Square Park

Place To Go 6 - A relaxed place to check out during your three days in Houston is Market Square Park. The park is a...

 
 
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Houston Museum of Fine Arts

Place To Go 7 - The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, is one of the United States' largest museums. It also happens to be the...

 
 
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Houston Museum of Natural Science

Place To Go 8 - Another of the educational attractions in the city is the Houston Museum of Natural Science. The museum is located in...

 
 
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Saint Arnold Brewing Co.

Place To Go 9 - Saint Arnold Brewing Company is the oldest brewery in Texas and is located on the outskirts of downtown. The brewery...

 
 
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Minute Maid Park

Place To Go 10 - Minute Maid Park is a sports landmark in Houston that's home to the Houston Astros MLB team. When in the...

 
 

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