While in Houston, also known as the Space City, be sure to visit Space Center Houston, home of astronaut training and Mission Control. You can go behind the scenes while touring the famed Johnson Space Center featuring a huge display of space flight and astronaut memorabilia. The Disney-designed facility also features simulated space voyages and mission control panels.

In the heart of downtown is Bayou Place, a large multi-level building that is home to outstanding restaurants, pubs, live music, theaters and art house films. You're sure to be entertained at Bayou Place.

You can stroll through thousands of shops, wheel and deal with shop owners and find the bargain of a lifetime at Traders Village. Open every Saturday and Sunday, this 60-acre market offers an array of kids' rides, restaurants, games and snack stands.

You and the kids will enjoy an afternoon at the Downtown Aquarium, featuring spectacular sea creatures and one-of-a-kind exhibits. The 500,000 gallon underwater complex includes a Ferris wheel, an aquatic carousel and a passenger train that tunnels through a huge fish tank.

The kids will also love the Children's Museum of Houston, featuring hands-on exhibits for kids of all ages. This museum has so much to do that you might need to spend more than one day here.

Cool off at Six Flags SplashTown, offering more than 40 acres and 2 million gallons of fun on body slides, tube slides, a giant wave pool, a lazy river and many children's areas.

Ever wonder what 2 tons of horse power running down the track feels like? Come to Sam Houston Race Park and feel for yourself. Watch and bet on the races from the grandstand, the pavilion or one of several luxury suites with trackside views.

Take your entire family to enjoy a major league baseball game at Minute Maid Park, home of the Houston Astros.

The city of Houston features a multitude of performing arts. Here, you'll find a variety of music, theater, dance and other performances every day of the week.

Houston also features countless upscale restaurants and exciting nightlife. The downtown area is alive with numerous clubs and musical entertainment.

Explore the wonder of space, find bargains and experience thrill rides in Houston. Visit today and see for yourself all that Houston has to offer, and let Choice Hotels provide you with just the right hotel Houston hotel.   << Hide