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“"Space Center Houston is a leading science and space learning center, the official visitor center of NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston and a Smithsonian Affiliate museum." It is a great place to visit for everyone, while it is a museum with lots of information to read. They also have a great tour to see historic spaces, as well as some rockets, and the space shuttle. Even for non tech interested people its a great way to spend some hours.”
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“The weather is unpredictably warm Even in the winter months, you can find yourself in 70-80 degree weather, depending on if jack frost is on paid time off. be sure to bring something for warm weather as a precaution to save from having to go shopping.”
“Umbrella and light jacket Our weather is bi-polar november is getting cooler variety of layers is suggested”
“Houston city pass This is a package deal that gives you a choice of several of our main attractions as a package deal. options include admission to the nasa space center and the downtown aquarium, just to name a couple.”
“Car is the best way to get around here Houston is so huge, buses and subways only work if you are in downtown and even that, it's just so hassle to get around this way. bring a car, or rent a car is cheaper method for your transportation. getting a cab or uber can get expensive real quick, especially if you want to go sightseeing.”
“Avoid 1960 from 7-9 am and 5-7 pm Use the backroad with your google maps to travel to the major highways during the heavy traffic hours.”
“Houston traffic I'll be frank: houston traffic is terrible. but with the right planning, you can avoid much of it. just be sure to not to travel during the times of 7a-9a and 4-7p, and you'll miss the worst of it.”
“Uber! It's pretty cheap and you don't have to worry about parking.”
“Try turo app for better deal on rental car! Free app that lets you rent a car from a private individual from a beater to a luxury vehicle. prices lower than rental companies. worth a look. houston is a city that is better navigated by car. weather doesn't typically permit pedestrians and with how vast houston is a car is best.”
“Howdy in texas It is way to say hello in texas”
Houston, colloquially known with pride as H-Town, has become a thriving Texas metropolis buzzing with artistic creativity. It’s a major hub for the energy industry and home to NASA’s Space Center, but it also has a thriving improv and comedy scene. Try seeking out a Queen Anne or Folk Victorian, Craftsman, or Folk National home for some local flavor.
Whether you travel to George Bush/Houston Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU), it’s a good idea to be mindful to avoid peak evening rush hour (4-7PM). Outside of that, you’ll get downtown within a half hour from either airport. Taxis and rideshare services are available, or you can easily grab a Metro bus and ride into the heart of the city.
Houston is hot. Temperatures rise into sustained days of 90s (Fahrenheit) and triple digits, so summer travel in Houston can take a little extra patience. Winters are mild and can even have warm moments, but temperatures can also drop down into the mid-30s. If you want to take advantage of the great outdoors, you should consider the milder seasons of spring and fall to plan your Texas getaway.
This tribute to Martin Luther King Jr. attracts about 300,000 spectators to honor the importance of the civil rights icon’s enduring legacy.
More than 200,000 people gather to watch at least 20,000 runners from across the globe come together to tackle this marathon.
Established in 1978, the Houston Pride Festival draws more than 700,000 people to celebrate the vibrant LGBTQ community.