# Houston Museum of Natural Science

> Science museum offers towering dinosaur skeletons, an immersive butterfly dome, and a mind-blowing planetarium. Wide corridors and natural light create a modern, welcoming design. Crowds, especially noisy children during school trips, can affect the atmosphere.

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- Address: 5555 Hermann Park Dr, Houston, Texas, United States
- Phone: +17136394629
- Website: https://www.hmns.org/

## What it is good for

- Peaceful — 10/10
- Curated — 10/10
- Tourist — 10/10
- Fun Activities — 9.9/10
- Cool — 9.9/10
- Interesting — 9.6/10
- Lively — 9.4/10
- Museums — 9.4/10
- Natural — 9/10
- Party — 9/10
- Dance Spot — 9/10
- Kid Friendly — 8.9/10
- Historical Sites — 8.9/10
- Science Museum — 8.8/10
- Unique — 8.8/10

## What people say

- "The dinosaur exhibits at the museums are really impressive."
- "The Kid Friendly butterfly exhibit is a beautiful rainforest experience."
- "I saw the Terracotta Warriors exhibit and learned so much about ancient China."

## Good to know

- Tuesdays are free to visit the museum from 5-8 p.m.
- The museum offers free admission every Thursday from morning until 6:00 p.m.
- The Terracotta Warriors and King Tut exhibits require an additional cost beyond the entrance ticket.
- Parking fees can be high, so plan accordingly.
- Be early on free days, as tickets are limited and the line is quite long.

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