Visitors to the sprawling Houston Museum District can enjoy free admission to many of the city’s leading art institutions. Located in an area spanning from Downtown Houston to Montrose and across to the Museum Park, visitors can easily explore some of Houston’s best museum offerings for free.
Among them are the Museum of Fine Arts, The Health Museum, Houston Zoo and Menil Collection as well as many other museums located in the Museum District. Most offer free admission on specified days or times, while others are always free.
Houston’s cultural attractions have a tradition of offering free entry on Tuesdays or Thursdays. Some museums are free the whole day, while others have limited hours with waived admission fees.
The majority of Houston’s museums are always free. Most of the smaller museums are closed on Mondays.
Houston’s world-class museums have an exciting array of seasonal events in store this spring. From hands-on family explorations to adults-only soirees, creative workshops to scientific talks, there’s no shortage of engaging experiences awaiting across H-Town.
Want to keep exploring all of the events happening at the Houston Museum of Natural Science? Check out all of the upcoming curated experiences in space science, natural history, anthropology and more on the Museum’s website!
See the full event calendar at https://www.cmhouston.org/events!
On February 18, enjoy a delicous brunch with cocktails and say howdy to the Houston Zoo’s adorable Ambassador Animals and their zookeepers. Come dressed in your cowboy boots and denim for this Texas-size celebration supporting wildlife conservation efforts. Tickets start at $55.
Then on April 5, continue the wild festivities at the Houston Zoo’s Feasts with the Beasts event. At this one-of-a-kind foodie happening, sample bites from 40 top local restaurants while enjoying exclusive after-hours access to zoo habitats and special animal encounters. Talented musicians will perform across the grounds, setting a lively ambiance for the ultimate dining experience. Tickets start at $149.
For more events in the Houston Museum District and beyond, check out our Houston Events guide.
Lodgeur also has a blog post on where to stay to visit the Houston museums or how to take the METRORail to the Museum District. We also share our favorite restaurants in the Museum District.
Check out our blog post about getting to Houston’s Museum District on the METRORail. For more on Houston’s art, check out our blog posts on unique art twins, hidden art stops in Houston, and the Bayou City Art Festival.
