CityPASS Houston articles

Houston is a contemporary, cosmopolitan destination and the fourth-largest city in the United States. That Texas-sized sprawl can make navigating "Space City" a bit daunting. But, no worries, we've got some tips to help you hit the highlights.

The coolest museums engage, entertain and educate all ages. And just how does the Houston Museum of Natural Science (HMNS) measure up to those lofty goals? Well, check, check and check! Parents will be quietly high-fiving the fact that everyone is having fun (not to mention learning a little something to boot).

As the Official Visitor Center of NASA Johnson Space Center, Space Center Houston is the closest you'll get to outer space without leaving Earth. The museum hosts over 400 artifacts from space and plenty of exciting exhibits, and even offers the opportunity to go behind the scenes to see NASA's Johnson Space Center!

Yep, everything's bigger in Texas, and Houston is no exception. There’s much to see and do, so knowing where to start can be overwhelming. If visiting for Super Bowl LI, here we offer a small breakdown of the best the city has to offer, from what to see, where to eat, how to get there and more.

James Washington III, better known as Jurassic James, is the Customer Service Senior Lead and a crowd-pleasing tour guide at Houston Museum of Natural Science. But, he’s not just a tour guide. A natural educator with a love for science, he now trains other guides, teaches classes and helps guests with whatever they need. We caught up with Jurassic James for a look at his amazing classrooms and spectacular collections, and we got some insider tips for visiting.

Houston, Texas, is an exciting mix of old and new where history meets innovation. The most heavily populated city in Texas and fourth-largest U.S. city in terms of residents, Houston started as a humble railroad hub in the 1860s. Today, it’s home to oil fields, NASA, a thriving finance industry, and a flourishing arts scene.