Note: From outer space to the depths of the ocean, see some of the sea’s famous residents at the Downtown Aquarium. Experience the wonder of the underwater world as you tour the Aquarium Adventure Exhibit, a 500,000-gallon aquatic wonderland. Discover 400 species of marine life from around the globe including a giant Pacific octopus, clownfish and grouper.

Note: The Children's Museum of Houston is a playground for the mind. Children can harness the power of water as FlowWorks unleashes a tsunami of wet, wild fun; run an entire city at Kidtropolis; leap, jump, crawl and climb up PowerPlay; and create, concoct and invent their own gadgets in the Invention Convention.

Note: Majestic elephants, red pandas, chimpanzees and rhinos are just a few animals you can find at the Houston Zoo. But, if you really want to squeal, head over to the new Bug House and enjoy colorful beetles, centipedes, giant katydids, tarantulas, scorpions and even white-dotted domino roaches.

Note: Take your CityPASS and explore one of the nation’s most-visited museums at the Houston Museum of Natural Science, home to one of the largest paleontology halls in the country. The vast Hall of Egypt immerses visitors into the ancient world of the pharaohs and a coveted collection of work by Fabergé craftsmen displays over 600 pieces, the largest private collection of Fabergé in the world.

Note: Get out of the heart of the city and enjoy a local pastime for all ages: unwinding on a boardwalk by the beach. Kemah Boardwalk has amusement rides, nine waterfront restaurants, shopping, midway games, live entertainment and weekend festivals. Brave the Bullet rollercoaster, ride the train and Ferris wheel, and plunge 40-plus meters on the Drop Zone.