Explore a world of science and adventure at Moody Gardens, where there's always something new and exciting to discover. The tourist attraction features three main pyramids with an aquarium, rainforest, and discovery center. There's also an IMAX Theater, a paddle-wheel cruise boat, a hotel, and a convention center. As one of the premier educational and leisure facilities in the Southwest, it provides horticultural therapy, education, and employment for individuals with a wide range of physical and emotional disabilities.
Uncover the heroic world of firefighters at The Houston Fire Museum, where they engage, educate, and enlighten the community on the importance of fire and preserve the history and heritage of Houston's diverse fire service. Houston's historic Fire Station No. 7 is the permanent home of the museum and allows visitors to appreciate the antique firefighting equipment and uniforms and shows the testament to the people who devoted their lives to community service and commitment to others.
Grab your tankard of ale, your favorite Lord and Lady, and spirit your way to The Texas Renaissance Festival, named #1 Best Cultural Festival by USA Today. Take a step back in time to the nation's largest Renaissance-themed event, where you will experience a 60-acre 16th-century European village filled with kings, queens, knights, nobles, peasants, and all manner of fantasy creatures. The festival has 21 stages of continuous entertainment by clowns, acrobats, musicians, dancers, magicians, award-winning food and drink, wine and beer, and over 500 shops that showcase the work of master artists and craftspeople from around the world.