Attractions within about 100 miles offer something for everyone’s interests—from antique shopping and water parks to museums and wineries.



FAYETTE COUNTY


1. Round Top shopping

Visit dozens of local shops and vendors selling antiques, artwork, seasonal decor, furniture and clothing.

www.exploreroundtop.com/shop

Hours: vary by storefront




2. The Stone Cellar & Round Top Dance Hall

Enjoy live music every weekend, freshly baked pizza, and an extensive wine and craft beer menu.

550 N. Washington St., Round Top | 979-249-3390 | www.stonecellarwines.com

Hours: Thu. 5-10 p.m., Fri. 5-11 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Sun. noon-9 p.m., closed Mon.-Wed.




3. Texas Quilt Museum

Two historic buildings house antique and contemporary quilt art with a flower garden located outside.

140 W. Colorado St., La Grange | 979-968-3104 | www.texasquiltmuseum.org

Hours: Thu.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., closed Sun.-Wed.






GALVESTON COUNTY


4. Ghost Tours of Galveston

Several ghost tour options for all ages are available at sites throughout the island.

Various locations, Galveston | 409-356-9266 | www.ghosttoursofgalvestonisland.com

Hours: vary by tour




5. Moody Gardens

Moody Gardens features an aquarium, 3-D and 4-D theaters, the Discovery Museum, golf and a spa.

1 Hope Blvd., Galveston | 409-744-4673 | www.moodygardens.com

Hours: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily




6. Moody Mansion

One of many historic homes in Galveston, the Moody Mansion is open for public tours.

2618 Broadway Ave. J, Galveston | 409-762-7668 | www.moodymansion.org

Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily

7. Pleasure Pier

This waterfront destination features dining options, rollercoasters, a carousel and other rides.

2501 Seawall Blvd., Galveston | 409-766-4950 | www.pleasurepier.com

Hours: Fri. 4-9 p.m., Sat. noon-10 p.m., Sun. noon-8 p.m., closed Mon-Thu. (summer hours TBD)

8. Schlitterbahn Waterpark

Bring the whole family to slide, swim, float and lounge at the 26-acre water park.

2109 Gene Lucas Blvd., Galveston | 409-770-9283 | www.schlitterbahn.com/galveston

Hours: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. (open daily May 31-Aug. 15, open select weekends in May, August and September)



GREATER HOUSTON


9. Big Rivers Waterpark & Adventures

Entertainment includes a water park, ax throwing, rock mining, gator handling, aerial activities and more.

23101 Hwy. 242, New Caney | 832-509-1556 | www.facebook.com/grandtexas

Hours: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. (open daily May 31-Aug. 15, open select weekends year round)

10. Houston Zoo

Visit more than 6,000 animals, feed giraffes and take part in socially distanced animal encounters.

6200 Hermann Park Drive, Houston | 713-533-6500 | www.houstonzoo.org

Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily

11. Museum District

Spend the day touring museums in the heart of Houston, highlighting art, science, history and culture.

1300 McGowan St., Ste. 129, Houston | 713-715-1939 | www.houmuse.org

Hours: vary by museum

12. Old Town Spring

Old Town Spring is home to several businesses, museums, art galleries, retailers and dining options.

26302 Preston Ave., Spring | 281-353-9310 | www.oldtownspring.com

Hours: vary by business

13. Space Center Houston

See spacecraft, a collection of spacesuits, live presentations and exhibits highlighting NASA missions.

1601 NASA Parkway, Houston | 281-244-2100 | www.spacecenter.org

Hours: vary by date



WASHINGTON COUNTY


14. Blue Bell Creameries

Grab a scoop of ice cream, shop in the country store and learn more about Blue Bell in the visitor center.

1101 S. Blue Bell Road, Brenham | 800-327-8135 | www.bluebell.com/the-little-creamery

Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m., closed Sat.-Sun.

15. Brenham Art Walk

Appreciate murals on a stroll throughout the downtown streets of Brenham and Washington County.

115 W. Main St., Brenham | 979-337-7580 | http://link.visitbrenhamtexas.com/artwalkmap

16. Pleasant Hill Winery

Sample award-winning wines and light bites along the Texas Bluebonnet Wine Trail.

1441 Salem Road, Brenham | 979-830-8463 | www.pleasanthillwinery.com

Hours: Sat.-Sun. noon-5 p.m., closed Mon.-Fri.

17. Star of the Republic Museum and Washington-on-the-Brazos State

Historic Site


Learn about early Texas history at the site of the 1836 signing of the Texas Declaration of Independence.

23200-23400 Park Road 12, Washington | 936-878-2214 | www.thc.texas.gov/historic-sites

Hours: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. daily (state historic site), 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily (museum)