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Destination Houston lets you explore the attractions of Houston and book your hotel room online. You'll find detailed information about Space Center Houston, Museum of Fine Arts, Menil Collection, Holocaust Museum, Grand 1894 Opera House, Houston Symphony and other local attractions on our Attractions Page. We offer great deals on all of our featured hotels. Have a great trip to Houston!
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Galveston, Texas - La Quinta Inn Galveston from $107 per night
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1.5 miles/2.4 Km from Grand 1894 Opera House
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Galveston, Texas - Wyndham Tremont House Hotel from $112 per night
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0.3 miles/0.4 Km from Grand 1894 Opera House
Dazzling old world charm in the heart of Galveston's Strand Historic District, this elegant European style hotel, built in 1879, is flawlessly restored
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Galveston, Texas - Hilton Galveston Island Resort from $109 per night
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2.9 miles/4.6 Km from Grand 1894 Opera House
Overlooking the Gulf of Mexico and Galveston's Famous Sea Wall, the Galveston Island Hilton offers an ideal location for both business and leisure visitors.
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Grand 1894 Opera House
This non-profit institution, known as the 'Official Opera House of Texas', brings locals and visitors alike a wonderful selection of artists. From dancing to singing to comedy and more, the Opera House has entertained millions throughout its long life. A staple of the community, ""the Grand"" features educational programs; it can also be reserved for special occasions such as conventions and weddings, providing a unique location. Houstongrandopera.org
Wortham Center
Texas Avenue,
(713)-546-0200

Market Square Historic District
Main Street area
Houston, TX
Tel: (713)-656-1912
This park area is filled with many old buildings and the Heritage Homes Tours are a wonderful way to spend a morning or afternoon. Spanning an area of 28 blocks, the Bagby/Walker area houses these lovely homes. The oldest commercial structure in Houston is the Kennedy Bakery located at 813 Congress Ave. Another building of note is the Rice Hotel, located at Main and Texas, where President John F. Kennedy spent a portion of his last night. Entered on the National Register of Historic places in 1986, this area was the original downtown of Houston. In addition to the homes and buildings, visitors can enjoy the numerous restaurants and clubs.
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Houston, Texas - Westin Galleria Houston from $169 per night
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4.7 miles/7.5 Km from Holocaust Museum
Just minutes from the Astrodome, museum district and George R. Brown Convention Center, The Westin Galleria is uptown Houston's first choice for business
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Houston, Texas - Embassy Suites Hotel Houston Near the Galleria from $119 per night
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4.9 miles/7.8 Km from Holocaust Museum
Located one block from the Galleria, Embassy Suites is an atrium-style hotel with a beautiful pond with two swans in the reception area. The hotel offers
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Houston, Texas - Best Western Plaza Hotel & Suites at Medical Center from $104 per night
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1.6 miles/2.5 Km from Holocaust Museum
Best Western Plaza Hotel is located approximately 17 miles from Hobby Airport, 25 miles from Bush Airport.
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Holocaust Museum
A recent construction, the Holocaust Museum presents a stirring visual and audio account of the Jewish Holocaust. Through the stories of various people who survived this horrendous period, visitors will be touched, changed and educated by their experiences.
5401 Caroline
Houston, TX
(713)-789-9898

Admiral Nimitz Museum
340 East Main Street
Fredricksburg, TX 78624
Tel: (830)-997-4379
Not too far from Houston, the Admiral Nimitz Museum presents the story of Adm. Chester W. Nimitz and World War II in the Pacific. Uniformed history interpreters relate stories of World War II and present artifacts from the war. The indoor area houses quite a few exhibitions but the 7-acre site has outdoor displays too. Allied and Japanese aircraft, tanks and a working flame-thrower are just a few. The Nimitz Museum is truly a unique and educational experience for the whole family.
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Houston, Texas - Lancaster Hotel from $142 per night
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0.1 miles/0.1 Km from Houston Ballet
Boutique - Hotel Additional Property Description - The Perfect Balance Between History and Luxury. The Lancaster is Houstons Original Small Luxury
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Houston, Texas - Hyatt Regency Houston from $129 per night
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0.4 miles/0.6 Km from Houston Ballet
Recently renovated, this stunning 963-room hotel features a dramatic 33-story atrium. Located in the center of downtown, the Hyatt Regency Houston is a
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Houston, Texas - Doubletree Hotel Houston Downtown from $109 per night
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0.4 miles/0.6 Km from Houston Ballet
The Doubletree Hotel Houston Downtown has just received a $6 million dollar renovation and is located in the heart of the ''new'' downtown Houston. It
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Houston Ballet
The Houston Ballet, an internationally renowned company, offers over 100 performances a year, most notably its annual performance of the ""Nutcracker"". The season runs from September to June.
Wortham Center
500 Texas Ave.,
(713)-523-6300
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Six Flags Houston
Six Flags Astroworld & Waterworld
9001 Kirby Drive
Houston, TX 77054
Tel: (713)-799-8404
Visit two great entertanment complexes side by side. Six Flags WaterWorld offers hours of fun for all from water slides to a five-story interactive water tree house. Go next door and thrill to the many rides at SixFlags Astroworld. With more roller coasters than any other park in Texas, this Six Flags will keep you "on a roll" for a long time. With all the concerts, shows and restaurants, there's plenty of time to sit back and relax before hitting those rides again!
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Houston, Texas - Westin Oaks from $169 per night
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4.5 miles/7.2 Km from Houston Museum of Natural Science
Also located within the Galleria in uptown Houston is The Westin Oaks, sister hotel of The Westin Galleria, just minutes from world-class museums, shopping,
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Houston, Texas - Westin Galleria Houston from $169 per night
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4.5 miles/7.2 Km from Houston Museum of Natural Science
Just minutes from the Astrodome, museum district and George R. Brown Convention Center, The Westin Galleria is uptown Houston's first choice for business
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Houston, Texas - Doubletree Guest Suites Houston from $149 per night
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4.9 miles/7.8 Km from Houston Museum of Natural Science
Welcome To Doubletree Guest Suites Houston by the Galleria Hotel - Houston*S Only All-Suite- Full-Service- Luxury Hotel. We*Re Located in the Heart of
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Houston Museum of Natural Science
It's hard to know where to start first at this museum but a truly unique experience can be found at the Cockrell Butterfly Center. There, you will find over 1500 live butterflies from around the world in an indoor rainforest setting. The Burke Baker Planetarium is a world of wonder for everyone fascinated by astronomy. Weekend nights feature laser lights shows accompanied by various musical selections. The Observatory is world-famous, as well as an outstanding exhibition of dinosaur fossils and bones. Settle down in the Wortham IMAX theatre and enjoy the huge six-story screen. www.amns.org
One Hermann Circle Dr.,
Houston, TX 77030
(713)-639-4600 or (713)-639-IM

Houston Astrodome, Astrohall, Astro Arena
8400 Kirby Drive
Houston, TX 77054
Tel: (713)-799-9500
One of the largest multi-entertainment complexes in the world, this magnificent domed stadium is fully air-conditioned and can seat 60,000. It's to the NFL Houston Oilers football team, the National League Houston Astros baseball team, the Tigers of Texas Southern University, the USFL Gamblers and the University of Houston's Cougars. Many other forms of entertainment also take place under this roof including boxing, rodeos and even conventions. The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo takes place in The Astrohall which is one of the largest exhibition centers. The Astroarena has 6,000 theatre-type seats. The parking areas have accommodation for 30,000 cars.
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Houston, Texas - Alden Hotel from $150 per night
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0.3 miles/0.4 Km from Houston Symphony
Boutique Hotel Featuring Full Service Luxury Accommodations- 24 Hour Room Service- Riviera Grill Restaurant- The Veranda and the Sam Bar- Fitness Center-
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Houston, Texas - Crowne Plaza Houston Downtown from $88 per night
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0.7 miles/1.1 Km from Houston Symphony
Downtown hotel located in the heart of the city. 12 blocks from the George R. Brown Convention Center, walking distance to the newest entertainment center
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Houston, Texas - Holiday Inn Select Greenway from $71 per night
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3.9 miles/6.2 Km from Houston Symphony
Full service hotel with 355 rooms and 36 suites on 18 floors. In summer of 2001 the hotel lobby and guest rooms completed a 1 million dollar renovation.
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Houston Symphony
The 3,000-seat Jones Hall is home to the Houston Symphony. Founded in 1913, the Symphony is always busy, whether at home or on tour or recording. Jones Hall allows the symphony to perform at its ideal acoustic levels thanks to a moveable ceiling that can be adjusted for each performance.
Jones Hall
615 Louisiana
(713)-227-2787


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Houston, Texas - Westin Oaks from $169 per night
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3.8 miles/6 Km from Menil Collection
Also located within the Galleria in uptown Houston is The Westin Oaks, sister hotel of The Westin Galleria, just minutes from world-class museums, shopping,
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Houston, Texas - Westin Galleria Houston from $169 per night
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3.9 miles/6.2 Km from Menil Collection
Just minutes from the Astrodome, museum district and George R. Brown Convention Center, The Westin Galleria is uptown Houston's first choice for business
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Houston, Texas - Doubletree Guest Suites Houston from $149 per night
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4.3 miles/6.8 Km from Menil Collection
Welcome To Doubletree Guest Suites Houston by the Galleria Hotel - Houston*S Only All-Suite- Full-Service- Luxury Hotel. We*Re Located in the Heart of
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Menil Collection
The museum was established in 1987 by John and Dominique de Menil as a showpiece for their fine art collection, an eclectic mix including tribal cultures and the Byzantine era, Warhol and Matisse. In addition to the permanent collection, special exhibits are staged every year. Also at this location are the Cy Twombly Gallery, the Byzantine Fresco Chapel and the Rothko Chapel. Complete your visit by dropping by the bookstore for souvenirs of this fine museum. www.menil.org
1515 Sul Ross
Houston, TX
(713)-525-9400

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Houston, Texas - The St. Regis Houston from $175 per night
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3.9 miles/6.2 Km from Museum of Fine Arts
The St. Regis, Houston has been honored as one of the finest hotels in the United States. Nestled in the lovely residential setting of River Oaks, the
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Houston, Texas - Omni Houston Hotel from $125 per night
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4.9 miles/7.8 Km from Museum of Fine Arts
1.5 miles from Galleria Shopping Mall (courtesy Sedan available). 8 miles from downtown and George R. Brown convention center. Astrodome and Astroworld is 8 miles. 1 mile from Memorial Park. Located off loop 610 west, Woodway
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Houston, Texas - Houstonian Hotel Club And Spa from $139 per night
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4.9 miles/7.8 Km from Museum of Fine Arts
This Houston landmark is nestled on 18 acres of beautiful wooded grounds yet in the heart of the Galleria area. With is 30-foot hard carved stone fireplace,
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Museum of Fine Arts
Make an early start to this wonderful museum because there is so much to take in. Marvel to the works of the masters, then take in the sculptures from many cultures. The splendid decorative arts collection houses many examples of textiles and costumes. Throughout the year visitors can enjoy a variety of lectures that explain the various exhibits and collections in depth. The Museum also presents a fine series of films each year. www.mfah.org
Houston, TX
(713)-639-7300


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Houston, Texas - Crowne Plaza Houston Downtown from $88 per night
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0.8 miles/1.2 Km from Sesquicentennial Park
Downtown hotel located in the heart of the city. 12 blocks from the George R. Brown Convention Center, walking distance to the newest entertainment center
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Houston, Texas - Residence Inn by Marriott Houston Downtown from $119 per night
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0.6 miles/0.9 Km from Sesquicentennial Park
The Residence Inn by Marriott Downtown-Houston is Currently Under Construction and is Scheduled For an Opening of June 2003.
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Houston, Texas - Renaissance Houston Hotel Greenway Plaza from $109 per night
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4.6 miles/7.3 Km from Sesquicentennial Park
The Renaissance Houston is known for luxurious accommodations and fine service. Each guest room and suite has been designed with all the amenities you
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Sesquicentennial Park
A wonderful city park presenting works of various artists, sculptors, architects and over 1,000 local school children. The Park features seven stainless steel columns measuring 70 feet each. The columns reflect the city's foundations of technology, energy, medicine, manufacturing and more. When lit at night from within, the display is magnificent. Located on the banks of the Buffalo Bayou, the park was built in 1986 to commemorate the 150th birthday of Houston. It is a serene and popular area for visitors to stroll and enjoy. A three-story pavilion, surrounded by relaxing waterfalls, makes the area even more attractive. Bikers and walkers alike will enjoy the many trails winding throughout the park.
510 Preston
Houston, TX
(713)-250-3666

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Houston, Texas - Residence Inn Houston Clear Lake from $99 per night
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1.7 miles/2.7 Km from Space Center Houston
Residence Inn by Marriott is designed to make you feel at home for a day, a week, a month or more. Our suites give you fifty percent more space than a
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Houston, Texas - TownePlace Suites by Marriott Houston Clearlake from $69 per night
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1.4 miles/2.2 Km from Space Center Houston
TownePlace Suites by Marriott are designed to make you feel at home for a day, a week, a month or more. Our office suites give you thirty percent more
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Houston, Texas - Candlewood Suites Clear Lake from $91 per night
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2.1 miles/3.3 Km from Space Center Houston
Each Candlewood Suite Offers a Fully-Equipped Kitchen As Well As an Oversized Desk and 2 Separate Phone Lines. Candlewood Offers Our Guests Value Added Services- The Candlewood Cupboard Gives Convenient Access To Food and
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Space Center Houston
The Space Center is the visitors' center for the NASA Johnson Space Center. Here visitors enjoy exhibits ranging from the history of manned space flight to the future exploration of space. A tram will take you off to see working areas, shuttle payload bays (used in practice) and a Saturn rocket. The Kids' Space Place is a fun, interactive hands-on area especially for children ages 3-11. Here they can touch moon rocks and view a full-scale model of the space shuttle. An IMAX theatre provides thrills for all ages.
1601 NASA Road 1
Houston, TX
(281)-244-2100

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Houston, Texas - Alden Hotel from $150 per night
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0.3 miles/0.4 Km from The Alley Theatre
Boutique Hotel Featuring Full Service Luxury Accommodations- 24 Hour Room Service- Riviera Grill Restaurant- The Veranda and the Sam Bar- Fitness Center-
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Houston, Texas - Hyatt Regency Houston from $129 per night
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0.4 miles/0.6 Km from The Alley Theatre
Recently renovated, this stunning 963-room hotel features a dramatic 33-story atrium. Located in the center of downtown, the Hyatt Regency Houston is a
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Houston, Texas - Doubletree Hotel Houston Downtown from $109 per night
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0.4 miles/0.6 Km from The Alley Theatre
The Doubletree Hotel Houston Downtown has just received a $6 million dollar renovation and is located in the heart of the ''new'' downtown Houston. It
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The Alley Theatre
This gem of a theatre has been a popular Houston landmark for over 50 years. The Alley started life quite literally in an alley and has much to offer. The Alley boldly experiments with a large variety of productions for diverse audiences. ""Pay-what-you-can"" nights open the theatre to all. Young playwrights can submit their works to the theatre and many educational and community outreach programs are available. College students apply for internships here to further their experience in the field. The Alley also uses Spanish and sign language translators. If you'd like a look behind the scenes, a backstage tour can be arranged. This truly is a theatre with open arms!
Tel: (713)-228-9341 for tickets
(713)-228-8421 box office


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