It’s always tough to get through this tough Texas weather without breaking a sweat.
There’s no such thing as a dull day in Houston. A humid, windy city already laced with attractions will always keep people entertained during their stay—whether it be for vacation or just a weekend getaway. If your family is hungry for outdoor fun, there are plenty of opportunities awaiting all ages to enjoy themselves!
If you love spending time with the family but the Texas heat wears you out, you might want to check out our top picks for things to do in Houston with kids to beat the summer heat!
Also, make sure to take a look at The Best Waterparks and Theme Parks in Houston!
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2026 Lockheed Rd, Galveston, TX 77554, USA
Schlitterbahn Waterpark Galveston
Located just outside Houston on historic Galveston Island, the park features more than 33 attractions.2
21300 Interstate 45 N, Spring, TX 77373, USA
Hurricane Harbor Splashtown
Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Splashtown, Houston’s largest waterpark featuring over 40 thrill-inducing slides and attractions for the whole family to enjoy and cool off while having a blast!3
5015 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77056, USA
Ice at the Galleria
Whether you want to do some public ice skating or take a class, Ice at the Galleria is a great choice to do so!4
1500 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77010, USA
Discovery Green
Discovery Green is a 12-acre park located in the heart of Downtown Houston.5
5211 Main St, Sheridan, TX 77475, USA
Splashway Waterpark
Splashway Waterpark welcomes the entire family to spend an amazing time!6
6001 Fannin Street, Houston, TX
Visit Hermann Park’s Splash Pad
The splash pad at Hermann Park has all the features a splash pad should have and more! It is located in the Museum District area, and next to a real sandy beach so there’s plenty to do before or after the water fun!7
410 Bagby St, Houston, TX 77002
Downtown Aquarium Splash Pad
Outside Downtown Aquarium, you’ll find a great splash pad which is totally free! After visiting the amazing aquarium with cool rides and awesome things to see, kids can have a splash right outside!8
555 Katy Fort Bend Rd, Katy, TX 77494, USA
Typhoon Texas
At Typhoon Texas, you and the entire family will experience the thrills of waterslides, float on the lazy river, enjoy live entertainment at the Texas-sized wave pool, and eat some real Texas BBQ smoked daily!If you’re looking for more places to beat the summer heat beyond Houston city limits, make sure to check out our list of Places to Beat the Summer Heat with Kids in Texas!
