Texas activities on land
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The Children’s Museum of Houston is all about learning. The many interactive exhibits are focused on learning opportunities for children up to 12 years old. The exhibits include Shocks & Jolts (focused on electricity), Flow Works (focused on using the power of water), and many others.Spread the love Read more...
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The Houston Museum of Natural Science is a science museum, located at Hermann Park near downtown Houston. HMNS has several permanent exhibits, including Dinosaur Hall, a butterfly center, an IMAX theater, and a planetarium. HMNS also has a very popular online exhibition. Spread the love Read more...
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Space Center Houston is the visitor center for NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston. Starship Gallery is where you can see NASA’s space artifacts, including the Apollo 17 spacecraft, and more. Visitors can also take a tram tour to a behind-the-scenes view of the Space Center. Spread the love Read more...
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The Texas Seaport Museum tells the story of maritime commerce in the Galveston area. It also tells the story of the many immigrants that entered the United States through Galveston. Visitors can explore the decks of the 1800s ship, Elissa, which has been designated a national historic landmark. Spread the love Read more...
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The Strand Historic District is located in downtown Galveston and is a prime shopping location. The Victorian era buildings have been beautifully restored and today they are home to a variety of stores and restaurants. Spread the love Read more...
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Moody Gardens is a huge educational and entertainment complex in Galveston. It features several aquarium exhibits, and rainforest exhibit, 3D & 4D theaters, a paddlewheel boat, a museum, a ropes course, a zipline, and a golf course. Moody Gardens also has a magnificent hotel. Spread the love Read more...
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Stewart Beach is a family-friendly beach on the northeastern end of Galveston. You can rent beach umbrellas and chairs, and there is a snack bar available. There are also beach volleyball courts, and more. There is parking available. No alcohol allowed. Spread the love Read more...
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Enchanted Rock is a huge pink granite rock located about 17 miles north of Fredericksburg, in a state park. Enchanted Rock gets thousands of visitors per year who climb the 425-foot high rock, offering incredible Hill Country views from the top. There are camping spots available in the park. Spread the love Read more...
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The National Museum of the Pacific War honors the men and women who fought in the Pacific War during World War II. The exhibits depict many aspects of the war, including events leading up to the war, and also the main battles of the Pacific War. Some aircraft and weaponry from the war can also be seen. Spread the love Read more...
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Shopping on Main Street in Fredericksburg is famous in Texas. Both sides of Main street are lined with many historical buildings, quaint little stores, restaurants, a museum, and even a brewery or two. It is considered by many to be the heart and soul of Fredericksburg. Spread the love Read more...









