Hot spots
Clear Creek Vineyard
Clear Creek Vineyard offers a diverse menu of red and white wine, vodka, and coffee. People can also take a tour to see how Clear Creek Vineyard makes its wines and spirits along with an opportunity for a tasting.
709 Harris Ave., Kemah
281-334-8300
www.clearcreekvineyard.com
Hours: Wed.-Thu. noon-6 p.m., Fri.-Sat. noon-8 p.m., closed Sun.-Tue.
Admission: $30-$35 (reservation required)
Kannappan Art Museum
This small space includes a collection of Indian art and artifacts reflecting the country’s culture. Pearland resident Sam Kannappan curated the items on display.
2341 N. Galveston Ave., Ste. 200, Pearland
713-724-4399
Hours: by appointment
Admission: free
Kids’ Backporch Productions
This nonprofit produces and performs plays at Shadycrest Baptist Church that are based on classic children’s literature and historical events.
3017 Yost Blvd., Pearland
281-412-5350
www.kidsbackporchproductions.org
Hours: varies
Admission: varies by performance
Lone Star Flight Museum
Visitors can see various exhibits, including Heritage and Waltrip hangars, which are each over 30,000 square feet and feature different types of aircrafts.
11551 Aerospace Ave., Houston
346-708-2517
www.lonestarflight.org
Hours: Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. noon-5 p.m., closed Mon.
Admission: $10 (ages 4-11), $13 (ages 12-17, and 65 and older), $15 (ages 18-64)
Moody Gardens
Moody Gardens offers a multitude of attractions, including its Aquarium Pyramid, Rainforest Pyramid, the Discovery Museum focusing on music, and 3D and 4D theaters.
1 Hope Blvd., Galveston • 409-744-4673
www.moodygardens.com
Hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily; hours vary seasonally and per attraction
Admission: varies by season and attraction
Pearl Theatre
The nonprofit puts on theatrical performances. Upcoming shows include “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” in October and “Robin Hood” in November.
14803 Park Almeda Drive, Houston
832-459-4674
www.pearl-theater.com
Hours: varies
Admission: varies by performance
Space Center Houston
Space Center Houston offers a variety of exhibits and attractions that look into the history of space exploration and plans for future missions. Activities include the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket exhibit and a NASA Tram Tour that takes people to the Johnson Space Center.
1601 NASA Parkway, Houston • 281-244-2100
www.spacecenter.org
Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m., hours vary on select days
Admission: free (age 3 and under), $24.95 (ages 4-11), $27.95 (age 65 and older), $29.95 (age 12-64)
Sri Meenakshi Hindu Temple
This Houston icon is a replica of a Hindu temple and the only temple outside of India dedicated to the goddess Meenakshi, the wife of Shiva. Guests can see shrines and carvings of animals and gods. Guests should wear clothing that covers their shoulders and knees.
17130 McLean Road, Pearland
281-489-0358
www.meenakshi.org
Hours: Mon.-Thu. 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. and 5-8:30 p.m.; Fri. 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. and 5-9 p.m.; Sat.-Sun. 8:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m.
Admission: free
Outdoor destinations
Armand Bayou Nature Center
People can enjoy various activities, including a 2- to 3-mile kayak tour and hikes along the prairie, forest and bayou. The Armand Bayou Nature Center also offers a variety of programs for children in the fall.
8500 Bay Area Blvd., Pasadena
281-474-2551
www.abnc.org
Hours: Wed.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (last entry 4 p.m.), Sun. noon-5 p.m. (last entry 4 p.m.), closed Mon.-Tue.
Admission: free (age 3 and under); $4 (ages 4-12, 60 and older, and other discounted patrons); $6 (ages 13-59)
Bayou Wildlife Zoo
Bayou Wildlife Zoo offers tram rides for people to experience the animals the zoo has to offer. Addie Lou’s Barnyard features pygmy goats, lemurs and giraffes.
5050 FM 517, Alvin
409-904-2525
www.bayouwildlifezoo.com
Hours: Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m, closed Mon.-Tue.
Admission: free (age 2 and under), $12 (ages 2-11), $20 (age 65 and older), $22 (ages 12-64)
Brazos Bend State Park
At nearly 4,900 acres, this state park along the Brazos River features diverse wildlife and plants for visitors to enjoy. There are opportunities to hike, bike, fish and ride horses.
21901 FM 762, Needville
979-553-5102
www.tpwd.gov/state-parks/brazos-bend
Hours: 8 a.m.-10 p.m. daily
Admission: free (children age 12 and under), $7 (age 13 and older)
Delores Fenwick Nature Center
The environmental education facility allows families to experience hands-on education about nature through live animal exhibits, aquariums and interactive displays.
5750 Magnolia Parkway, Pearland
281-652-1960
www.parks.pearlandtx.gov/facilities/delores-fenwick-nature-center
Hours: Tue.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m, closed Sun.-Mon.Admission: free
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
Pleasure Pier offers amusement rides and dining, which includes Bubba Gump Shrimp Co., funnel cakes and turkey legs, on the Gulf Coast.
2501 Seawall Blvd., Galveston Island
409-766-4950
www.pleasurepier.com
Hours: closed for the season; will reopen in 2022
Admission: $7 (age 65 and older), $8 (under 48 inches tall), $10 (48 inches tall and above through age 64); rides cost extra
Kemah Boardwalk
Kemah Boardwalk offers a variety of restaurants, amusements and retail stores on the waterfront.
215 Kipp Ave., Kemah
877-285-3624
www.kemahboardwalk.com
Hours: Mon.-Thu. noon-9 p.m., Fri. noon-10 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
Admission: free (admission), $18.99-$24.99 (all-day ride pass)
Pear-Scape Trail
Brightly decorated fiberglass pear statues can be found across Pearland, and families can find them all through a scavenger hunt or by tracking them down on a map. The pears were created to promote tourism in the city.
Various locations
281-997-5970
www.visitpearland.com/pearscape
Hours: N/A
Admission: free
