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Houston travel questions, answered
Each article answers one question people ask before a trip to Houston, such as what a Space Center visit takes, how to reach Galveston, or what is free. The most-searched questions come first.
Tickets for the Houston Astros: Rockets, Texans, Dynamo
Tickets for the Houston Astros are sold by the team.
Food in Houston: 7 Dishes to Try
Food in Houston is best known for Viet-Cajun crawfish, Tex-Mex fajitas, fusion barbecue and kolaches, and each one has its own part of town.
Houston to Dallas by Train vs Bus: Which to Pick
Houston to Dallas by train is not possible today.
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Houston Zoo Prices: A 5-Step Guide
Houston Zoo prices change with the date you choose, and the zoo's own price page shows the discounts but no single adult ticket price.
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Galveston Ferry: A 5-Step Guide
The Galveston ferry to Bolivar Peninsula is free, runs 24 hours a day and takes about 20 minutes to cross.
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Houston to Galveston: Car vs Shuttle Options
Houston to Galveston is about 50 miles, and the drive takes roughly an hour.
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Best Time to Visit Houston: A Month-by-Month Guide
The best time to visit Houston is March.
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Things to Do in Houston for Adults: 7 Night Out Ideas
Things to do in Houston for adults include cocktail bars in Montrose.
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Houston Itinerary: 1, 2 or 3 Days
A good Houston itinerary takes two or three days.
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Free Things to Do in Houston TX: 9 Ideas
Free things to do in Houston TX include the Menil Collection.
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Family Fun Things to Do in Houston: Seven Picks for Kids
Family fun things to do in Houston start with Hermann Park.
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Houston Space Center Hours: A 5-Step Guide
Houston Space Center hours are ten to five on most days.
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Houston Neighborhoods: 6 Areas to Visit
Houston neighborhoods are spread far apart, and the six worth a visit are downtown, Midtown, Montrose, the Heights, EaDo and the Galleria.
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Romantic Things to Do in Houston: 7 Date Ideas for Couples
Romantic things to do in Houston include a sunset kayak on Buffalo Bayou.
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Outdoor Things to Do in Houston: 7 Parks and Trails
Outdoor things to do in Houston start with its free city parks.
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Things to Do in Houston at Christmas: Six Ideas
Things to do in Houston at Christmas include the Discovery Green ice rink.
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Houston or Austin: Which City to Visit
Houston or Austin comes down to what you want to see.
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Layover in Houston: What to Do Between Flights
A layover in Houston is long enough to leave the airport when you have about six hours or more between flights.
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Is Houston Worth Visiting? A 4-Step Check
Houston is worth visiting if you like space.