Taking your family and friends to tour Houston may not be the first vacation you think of, but it should be. Houston, Texas has risen to the top of best places for affordable family fun. There are plenty of Houston events and attractions to keep you busy the entire length of your stay.

If you are traveling to Houston with your family, you have to include the Houston Zoo. Parents Magazine just named this as one of the top ten zoos to visit in the country. Learning and excitement is unavoidable with its 4,500 exotic animals representing more than 800 species. Get your cameras ready.

For more fun and learning, visit the Houston Museum of Natural Science, Space Center Houston, The Downtown Aquarium, The Health Museum, and much much more. Houston tours are offered all over the city and can help you plan your visit. As you tour Houston, you will also want to hit the Kemah Boardwalk. Overlooking Galveston Bay, and just 20 minutes from downtown Houston, it is a huge coastal getaway featuring themed restaurants, retail shops, and amusements for the whole family.

With so much to do while visiting Houston, you may be thinking your wallet is going to take a huge hit. This does not have to be the case if you research Houston info. A Houston CityPASS is one way to have a Houston experience with mega savings. Included are tickets to the Houston top attractions and museums, at a fraction of the cost. With CityPASS, you can explore mission control at Space Center Houston, experience the wonder of the underwater world at Downtown Aquarium, walk on the wild size at the Houston Zoo, or stop by the Childrens Museum, for about half the cost.

If you are planning to visit Houston without the kids, there are still plenty of adult attractions. When you tour Houston, you are guaranteed a great night life. Bars and entertainment stay open until 2 am in Houston, and the choices are endless. One must see attraction, as you tour Houston at night, would be the Landmark River Oaks Theatre. This memorable theater, in the art deco River Oaks Shopping Center, shows midnight movies every Friday and Saturday night. The shows range from the Rocky Horror Picture Show with a live cast to classic films like Psycho and The Goonies. There is a cafe and bar on the second floor for those looking to top the night off with a drink.

No matter when you go or who you take, a tour Houston vacation will be one to remember. Do your research, plan your event and dining budget, and book now. You are sure to find that there are attractions and events for everyone.