Houston Museum District, Houston

Name: Houston Museum District
Address: Houston, United States
Telephone: +1 713 524 8253

#126 among attractions in Houston

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The Houston Museum District is an association of 19 museums, galleries, cultural centers and community organizations located in Houston, Texas, dedicated to promoting art, science, history and culture. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 29°43'30"N, 95°23'20"W

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South Central Houston (The Museum District)Houston United States

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+1 713 524 8253

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Houston Museum District – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Museum of Fine Arts, John C. Freeman Weather Museum, Houston Museum of Natural Science, Houston Zoo.

~510 ftNW
Complex with a renowned art collection
Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
3 min walk • The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (MFAH), is one of the most prominent cultural institutions in the United States, located in the heart of Houston, Texas. A beacon of artistic expression and heritage, the museum boasts an extensive collection that spans more than 6,000...
~1640 ftNE
Museum, Specialty museum, Natural history museum
John C. Freeman Weather Museum, Houston
8 min walk • The John C. Freeman Weather Museum in Houston, Texas, is a unique institution dedicated to the fascinating world of meteorology. Established to educate the public about the science of weather and climate, the museum offers a variety of interactive exhibits...
~1100 ftS
Renowned dinosaur hall and butterfly house
Houston Museum of Natural Science, Houston
6 min walk • The Houston Museum of Natural Science, a cornerstone of cultural and educational experiences in Houston, Texas, stands as a testament to the city's commitment to science education. This prestigious institution, founded in 1909, is located in the heart of Houston's...
0.7 miS
Outdoor activities, Park, Zoo
Houston Zoo, Houston
19 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Houston, the Houston Zoo stands as a cherished natural oasis in the bustling city. Home to over 6,000 animals from 900 species, the zoo sprawls across 55 acres of lush, landscaped grounds in Hermann Park, offering visitors a chance to connect...
0.5 miS
Lake
McGovern Lake, Houston
14 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Houston, McGovern Lake stands as a serene oasis amidst the bustling energy of Texas's most populous city. This picturesque body of water offers a tranquil escape for city dwellers and visitors alike, with its smooth surface reflecting the clear...
~1080 ftE
Exhibits documenting the Holocaust
Holocaust Museum Houston, Houston
6 min walk • The Holocaust Museum Houston is located in Houston's Museum District, in the U.S. state of Texas. The Holocaust memorial museum is the fourth largest in the U.S. and opened in 1996. A major commitment of the Holocaust Museum Houston is education.
~1490 ftSE
Museum, Children's museum, Science museum
Children's Museum of Houston, Houston
8 min walk • The Children's Museum of Houston is a children's museum in the Museum District in Houston, Texas. Founded in 1980 and housed in a building designed by Robert Venturi, it offers a multitude of innovative exhibits and bilingual learning programs for kids ages birth to 12 years.
~1970 ftS
Nightlife, Music and shows, Music venue
Miller Outdoor Theatre, Houston
10 min walk • Miller Outdoor Theatre is an outdoor theater for the performing arts in Houston, Texas. It is located on approximately 7.5 acres of land in Hermann Park, at 6000 Hermann Park Drive, Houston, Texas 77030.
~940 ftNW
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
Contemporary Arts Museum Houston, Houston
5 min walk • Contemporary Arts Museum Houston is a not-for-profit institution in the Museum District, Houston, Texas, founded in 1948, dedicated to presenting contemporary art to the public.
~770 ftNW
Museum, Art museum, Garden
Lillie and Hugh Roy Cullen Sculpture Garden, Houston
4 min walk • The Lillie and Hugh Roy Cullen Sculpture Garden is a sculpture garden located at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston in Houston, Texas, United States.
~1530 ftSE
Museum, Science museum, Specialty museum
The Health Museum, Houston
8 min walk • The John P. McGovern Museum of Health and Medical Science, or The Health Museum in short, is a museum in the Museum District of Houston, Texas. The museum is a member institution of the Texas Medical Center.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Houston Museum District?

Nearby attractions include St. Paul's United Methodist Church, Houston (2 min walk), Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (3 min walk), Mecom Fountain, Houston (4 min walk), The Pilgrim, Houston (4 min walk).

How to get to Houston Museum District by public transport?

The nearest stations to Houston Museum District:

Light rail

Museum District • Lines: Red (1 min walk)
Hermann Park/Rice U • Lines: Red (12 min walk)

Train

M. D. Anderson Station (8 min walk)
Kinder Station (15 min walk)

Bus

Wheeler Station Transit Center (17 min walk)
Shelter C • Lines: 2211 (32 min walk)