Beat the heat at Wet 'n' Wild SplashTown, one of the largest waterparks in the U.S. Torpedo down one of the dozens of slides, ride the whitewater rapids raft rides or just relax in a wave pool. There's plenty of attractions for the entire family.
Take a walk through a giant replica of the human body, watch real organ dissections and more at The Health Museum, located in the Texas Medical Center, the largest center of its kind in the U.S. Experience hands-on interactive educational exhibits and attractions, and the 3-D "Planet You" that tells the story of the microscopic creatures that live on our skin and inside of our bodies. Additional museum exhibits include: real organ dissections; obesity prevention and nutritional awareness; science mini-classes and mini-med schools; the McGovern 4D Theater; the Sue Trammell Whitfield Gallery; seasonal exhibits; and learning centers.
Play the course where the legends have proved their mettle. Memorial Park Golf Course is regarded as one of the top courses in the state of Texas. Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus and other golf greats have teed off, negotiated sand traps and sunk their share of eagles on this challenging course.
Visit one of Houston's most venerable wine bars on your next romantic date. La Carafe is located inside the remnants of Old Market Square, which is listed on the National Register for Historic Places.