The city of Houston bags big numbers, be it having world’s first domed stadium, or being home to the largest medical center in the world, or known for its contribution to space technology, this metropolitan treasures everything. Located in Southeast Texas, Houston embodies renowned chefs, inspiring museums, beautiful green spaces, rich nightlife, a wealth of activities, interesting sights, local eateries, shopping hubs, and to list a few. This fourth largest city in the US is also one of the fastest growing cities and the most multicultural and diverse of all. The city also has one of the best culinary scenes in the nation. An indeed great destination for a getaway with direct flights from all over North America.

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Top Attractions

Johnson Space Center and Space Center Houston

The Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center (JSC) is named in the honor of the late US President Lyndon B. Johnson on February 19, 1973. Officially nicknamed as “Space City”, the center is home to NASA’s astronaut unit where astronauts are being trained for space missions. It is one of NASA's top ten major centers.  Next door, Space Center Houston is the official visitor center of NASA’s Johnson Space Center where you can witness space from its fascinating future to its thrilling present and dramatic past. Stroll inside a replica of America's first space station known as Skylab and touch a rock from the moon. You can visit Johnson Space Center only through Space Center Houston's open-air tram tour. So, get your tickets as soon as possible!

Buffalo Bayou

Buffalo Bayou is a waterway flowing through Houston and merges into Galveston Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. Stretched around 53 miles, Buffalo Bayou is home to many urban parks like Buffalo Bayou Park, George Bush Park, Marron Park, Memorial Park, and Terry Hershey Park.  Set around 160 acres, Buffalo Bayou Park is an outdoor recreational spot in the city with the slow-moving waters of Buffalo Bayou as its center of attention. The beautiful park also embraces a dog park, a skateboarding park, walking and biking trails, Houston Police Officers' Memorial, and other bits of attraction. 

ArtCar Museum

A museum of contemporary art, ArtCar Museum is a not-to-miss place for all the cars and creative buffs. This museum filled with lavishly painted and decorated vehicles celebrates the essence of this post-modern age of car culture. The “Garage Mahal”, this is what the localites call, was opened in 1998 and remains the largest art car parade worldwide. It features art cars, fine arts, and artists that are hardly seen in other cultural hubs. Along with the brightly colored cars, the museum has displays of the sculpture, rotating modern art, mobile contraptions, and photography. 

Best Time to Visit

Houston experiences warm weather due to its close proximity to the Gulf of Mexico. The month from February to April (spring) and September to November (autumn) are considered to be the best times to visit this beautiful city. Weather is at its best during these seasons and offers tons of activities and festivals to enjoy. Summers are really harsh with oppressing humidity but offer great deals. Moreover, if you are a winter person, the city offers mild coldness and a tinge of snowfall and makes perfect weather for its visitors, but make sure to pack thick clothes if you're traveling in December or January. 

Major Airports

1. George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
2. William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
3. Ellington Field (EFD)
4. Sugar Land Regional Airport (SGR)
5. Houston Executive Airport (TME)

Houston Facts

Country/State: The United States/Texas

Population: 2,312,717 (2017)

Currency: The United States Dollar

Language: English

Visa on Arrival: A citizen of a foreign country who wants to enter the United States normally must first get a U.S. visa, which is placed in the traveler’s passport, a travel document issued by the passenger’s country of citizenship. For further details, check the official website: https://travel.state.gov.  

Emergency: Dial 9-1-1 (All services)

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