Houston Museum of Natural Science
A blockbuster natural-science museum with a spectacular dinosaur hall and gem vault.
Don't miss at Houston Museum of Natural Science
- ◆ The Morian Hall of Paleontology
- ◆ Gems & minerals
- ◆ The butterfly centre
Insider tip
The paleontology hall and the living butterfly centre are family favourites.
Houston Museum of Natural Science — visitor questions
What is Houston Museum of Natural Science known for?
A blockbuster natural-science museum with a spectacular dinosaur hall and gem vault. Highlights include: The Morian Hall of Paleontology; Gems & minerals; The butterfly centre.
Where is Houston Museum of Natural Science?
Houston Museum of Natural Science is in Museum District, Houston — 5555 Hermann Park Dr, Houston, TX 77030. More info: https://www.hmns.org
Any tips for visiting Houston Museum of Natural Science?
The paleontology hall and the living butterfly centre are family favourites.
Can Chauffyr take me to Houston Museum of Natural Science?
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