Houston Museum of Natural Science: General Admission

Discover the wonders of the Houston Museum of Natural Science, from the largest dinosaur hall in North America to the stunning Smith Gem Vault. Don’t miss out on one of Houston’s top attractions!

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • The Houston Museum of Natural Science - Situated in the vibrant Houston Museum District, directly across from Hermann Park, the Houston Museum of Natural Science offers an exceptional experience. With outstanding hospitality and a knowledgeable team, visitors will enjoy the museum’s intuitive layout, clearly labeled displays, and stunning exhibit…
What's Included
  • Local taxes
What's Not Included
  • The listed price does not include a parking fee, parking is payable upon arrival.
  • The listed price does not include access to separate ticketed attractions such as films, the butterfly center, or traveling exhibits
  • Food and drinks
Additional Information

Discover one of the nation’s most popular museums at the Houston Museum of Natural Science. Experience North America’s largest dinosaur hall, marvel at the stunning Lester and Sue Smith Gem Vault, and explore much more. Frequently ranked among Houston’s top attractions, this is your opportunity to see why. A Permanent Exhibit Hall Ticket at the Houston…

Location
The Houston Museum of Natural Science
5555 Hermann Park Dr,
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Lindsay_h
Apr 6, 2026
Great for all ages! - Great experience for all ages! Special treat for fossil geeks like me! Really well maintained and some nice little treasures hidden in tucked away areas. Highly recommend!
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William_r
Apr 5, 2026
First time there. - It is a huge 4 story museum with really nice historical artifacts. There will be a lot of kids so be prepared if you are trying to go there on a date. The only thing I did not like was the fact that you have to pay admissions again for certain exhibits that you want to check out that are inside of the museum after you purchase the general admissions one.
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Julie_f
Mar 27, 2026
Excelkent display of Dinosaurs. Egyptian exhibition also brilliant. Especially the lady foing the talk on embalming. - Excellent dinosaur exhibition. Eygptian exhibituon excellent. Talk on embalming brilliant insightful.
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Aaberry
Mar 25, 2026
Amazing science museum but too much for one day and extremely expensive. - This has become a world class science museum, with an unmatched dinosaur collection, an amazing faberge collection, tons of physics, chemistry, and biology activities, a wonderful butterfly conservatory, planetarium shows and 3D movies, exciting special exhibits and so much more. It was always great but has improved so much since I was a child and even since my children were young. I’m now thrilled to be visiting with the next generation. The only thing is that it has gotten SO expensive. Instead of one ticket to cover everything, the special exhibits, planetarium show, movie, and the butterfly exhibits are all add ons. That is particularly frustrating since it is next to impossible to see everything in one day (kids need to rest and eat and take trips to the bathroom). I really think they should at least offer a discounted 2 or 3 day pass that includes general admission and all the special exhibits. It was really sad to have to choose between the special exhibits, but after spending almost $300 for 1 adult and 2 children (that included the butterfly conservatory, and 1 planetarium show and one 3D movie so the kids could rest ) and not even managing to see all of the general admission museum, I just couldn’t justify spending even more. I would have purchased a membership but the discount off special exhibits and shows was not enough. Also, the food offered at the museum is awful and so unhealthy. It also doesn’t take into account people with food-related disabilities (celiac, food allergies, etc….). They really need better vendors. We really enjoyed the gift shop though; it has some inexpensive souvenirs for kids.
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Jarrettb2026
Mar 24, 2026
Great - Great Museum. Plenty to see and interesting exhibits its about 3 hours to see everything. The science area has a lot of interactive things for the kids.
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Dave
Mar 1, 2026
Bucket-list worthy. - In the top 5 of the many museums I have been to around the world. Houston should be proud of this jewel of history, science, and imagination. Will be visiting both this museum and Houston again.
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Abigial_f
Feb 27, 2026
100% recommend - My friend and I gladly spent 6 hrs at the museum and didn’t see everything!! Well worth the price for just general admission!!
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Mindy
Jan 30, 2026
Great place to spend hours - What a great museum. I really enjoyed the Death by Natural Causes and the Fabergé exhibits. The museum is huge and I spent almost 4 hours here. Something here for everyone.
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Cosmo_l
Feb 18, 2026
I like - Worth the part about ancient Egypt. Many artifacts and curiosities, but there are some paid exhibitions apart
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Willie_h
Feb 21, 2026
I didn't go due to issues... - I didn't go due to issues with my hotel room and transportation. I will definitely try to see this attraction when I come back to Houston.
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From $25
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).